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Impact 100 Indian River (Impact 100 IR), an all-women organization focused on harnessing collective giving to drive transformation change across Indian River County. There are nearly 500 Impact 100 IR members who pool their contributions to support local nonprofits. Over 17 years, the organization has awarded more than $7 million in grants and merit awards, funding 113 projects from 63 local nonprofits. About 150 members are expected to attend the kickoff on Monday, November 16, 4-6 p.m.

Impact 100 IR season kickoff overview and celebration bringing together an enthusiastic crowd of philanthropists, guests and community partners. This year’s celebration will feature guest speaker Barbara Hammond, CEO and co-founder of The Learning Alliance.

WHEN: Monday, November 16, 2026. 4:00-6:00 p.m. at the Grand Harbor Clubhouse 4985 Club Terrace, Vero Beach, FL

Impact 100 Indian River: Established in 2008, Impact 100 Indian River is a membership organization of nearly 500 philanthropic women who improve lives and strengthen the community through transformational giving. Built on the principle of “one woman, $1,000 and one vote,” each member contributes $1,000 annually to a collective fund that supports high-impact grants in $100,000 increments. Members also contribute an additional $100 each year to help cover administrative costs. Open to all women in Indian River County, Impact 100 offers a direct and meaningful way to participate in team philanthropy and local grantmaking