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Get ready for Give for Good

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The city is full of opportunities for generosity. | Photo courtesy of Louisville Tourism
Seeing a lot of #GiveForGoodLou on your social feed lately? That’s because Give for Good — aka the biggest day of online giving in Louisville — returns Thursday, Sept. 14. During this 24-hour period, Louisvillians have the chance to support the community through online donations to 500+ local causes.

Some quick stats:
  • 10. The number of years Give for Good has made an impact on the community.
  • 137,300. The number of people who have invested in local organizations over the years.
  • $50 million. The estimated total donations made through Give for Good.
Read on to learn how to help those numbers grow.

How to donate

Between 12 a.m. and 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 14 hop online to donate to your favorite community causes — like the Frazier Museum, the ACLU of Kentucky Foundation, and No Kill Louisville.

Ahead of the event, you can also start a fundraiser to cheer on your chosen nonprofit and get the word out to your friends, family, coworkers... basically anyone and everyone.

The events

Though Give for Good is an online donation drive, there are also in-person events where you can show support.

For example, the Lincoln Foundation will host Grub for Good in its parking lot on Wednesday, Sept. 13, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. with local food trucks, like Alchemy + Hotdog Engine 502. Or head to Logan Street Market on Thursday, Sept. 14 at 3:30 p.m. for a happy hour party benefitting TreesLouisville.

Scope out the full list of events to celebrate the cause.

Boost your donation

Don’t miss out on prizes. For example, the very first organization to receive a donation on Thursday, Sept. 14 will win $1,000 from LG&E and the KU Foundation.

There are also match pools + social media incentives, so check out the full list of prizes to see how to make the most of your donation.
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Events

Monday, Sept. 11
  • Mulch Monday | Monday, Sept. 11-Monday, Oct. 23 | 1-3 p.m. | A.B. Sawyer Park, 9200 Whipps Mill Rd., Louisville | Free | Bring your own container to fill up with free natural mulch.
  • Flutter Fest, presented by PNC Grow Up Great | Monday, Sept. 11-Saturday, Sept. 16 | Times vary | Louisville Zoo, 1100 Trevilian Way, Louisville | $10.75-$16.50 | Enjoy $3 off admission price every day of Flutter Fest, courtesy of PNC Grow Up Great.*
Tuesday, Sept. 12
  • Movie Trivia | Tuesday, Sept. 12 | 8-10 p.m. | Planet of the Tapes, 640 Barret Ave., Louisville | Free | Gather a team of film nerds to compete for a $20 gift card.
Wednesday, Sept. 13
  • Toddler Takeover | Wednesday, Sept. 13 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Speed Art Museum, 2035 S. 3rd St., Louisville | Free with admission | Explore the entire museum at the independent pace of your young children + activities like storytime, art-making, games, and puppets.
Thursday, Sept. 14
  • Luke Bryan | Thursday, Sept. 14 | 5 p.m. | Mulberry Orchard, 1330 Mulberry Pike, Shelbyville | $65 | Bring a chair or blanket to listen to this country music singer on his farm tour.
Friday, Sept. 15
  • Silent Disco | Friday, Sept. 15 | 9 p.m. | Falls City Taproom, 901 E. Liberty St., Louisville | $10 | Sip craft beers and dance like no one is listening.
Events calendar here
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News Notes
Coming Soon
  • Derby City Gaming Downtown will open its new 43,000-sqft historic horse racing venue on Wednesday, Dec. 6. Place your bets at 140 South Fourth St. and enjoy the three themed bars. (WHAS 11)
Opening
  • A restaurant and lounge will take over the former Mellow Mushroom space in the Highlands. Beyond the Sun will serve up tacos, tequila, and whiskey at 1023 Bardstown Rd. It’s slated to open this week. (Louisville Business First)
Biz
  • The Big Lots store at 4025 Poplar Level Rd. will become a Big Lots Home. It is one of 10 stores nationwide to undergo this transition. Shop the new layout for home decor when the store reopens later this fall. (Louisville Business First)
Plan Ahead
  • The NCAA Men’s College Cup is coming to Lynn Family Stadium for the first time this year. The national semifinals will be on Friday, Dec. 8, followed by the championship game on Monday, Dec. 11. Tickets go on sale at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 12.
Cause
  • Belay on. The annual “Over the Edge” rappelling event is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 28. Participants can register for $75 to rappel from the roof of the Louisville Slugger Museum. Proceeds benefit the Down Syndrome of Louisville + Critically Loved nonprofits.
Jobs
  • USPS is hiring for the holiday season. There are 90 seasonal clerk positions open throughout the Kentucky-West Virginia District to support the postal service during this time. Apply online.
Eat
  • It can be easy to turn to the drive-thru or eat out when you’re a busy working professional. An alternative — and tastier — solution: Let Home Cuisine cook for you. Their chef-crafted dinners are delicious, and delivered straight to your front door. See which meal plan works best for you.*
Sports
  • Need weekend plans? You’re invited to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Night on Saturday, Sept. 16 as LouCity takes on San Diego. Grab tickets — and don’t forget to stick around after the game for fireworks.*
 
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