Tuesday, December 2, 2025, is Bluegrass Gives Day—a 24-hour celebration of generosity hosted by the Bluegrass Community Foundation (BGCF). On this special day, donations to Spark of Hope can go even further, thanks to generous community sponsors who will match your gift dollar-for-dollar at select times throughout the day.
This is the perfect opportunity to help us deliver more meals, reach more neighbors, and spread more hope across Woodford County—all while doubling the power of your support.
Why Giving Tuesday Matters for Spark of Hope
Your donations help us prepare and deliver meals to seniors, families, and individuals facing food insecurity right here in Woodford County. Every dollar raised helps keep our kitchen running, fuel our delivery program, and ensure that no one goes hungry in our community.
And on Bluegrass Gives Day, every dollar you give can make twice the impact—if you give during the right matching window.
Matching Windows for December 2, 2025
Here’s how to maximize your donation’s impact and double your giving power:
| Time (EST) | Match Pool | Match Rate | Sponsor |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6:00 – 8:59 AM | $25,000 | $1-for-$1 match on gifts up to $100 | Bryant Fund – “Rise & Shine Match” |
| 9:00 – 11:59 AM | $100,000 | $1-for-$1 match on gifts up to $250 | Marksbury Family Foundation Match |
| (Concurrent) | $50,000 | $1-for-$1 match on gifts up to $150 | James A. and Martha R. Brown Charitable Foundation Match |
| 3:00 PM – Until Pool Exhausted | $15,000 | $1-for-$1 match on gifts up to $100 | Angel Levas Foundation Arts & Community Match |
| 4:00 – 6:00 PM | $10,000 | $1-for-$1 match on gifts up to $100 | Mason Investment Happy Hour Match |
| 6:00 – 11:59 PM | $100,000 | $1-for-$1 match on gifts up to $259 | Chris & Morgane Stapleton’s Outlaw State of Kind Hometown Fund |
| 10:00 – 11:59 PM | $15,000 | $1-for-$1 match on gifts up to $100 | Knight Foundation DAF at BGCF |
Specialty Matches and Bonus Prizes
Additional opportunities are available throughout the day to help Spark of Hope earn even more:
- Mitchell Family Foundation “Game Changer Prize Pool” – $25,000 in specialty prizes (check the BGCF website for details).
- Groovalution Prize Pool – $11,011 awarded as 11 random prizes of $1,011 each for donors giving between 11 AM and 11 PM.
- BGCF Social Media Giveaway – Follow @BGCFKY on Facebook and Instagram for a chance to win a $500 donation for your favorite nonprofit. No donation is required—just follow and participate in their Giving Tuesday posts.
How You Can Help Spark of Hope Shine
- Plan your gift during one of the match windows above to make the most of your donation.
- Set a reminder for your preferred match time and invite friends or family to give with you.
- Share our campaign link from bggives.org to help us reach more supporters.
- Volunteer or become a recurring donor to sustain our meal delivery programs year-round.
Every meal we deliver begins with a spark—and your generosity keeps that spark alive. Together, we can ensure no one in Woodford County goes hungry this holiday season.
Donate Now via Bluegrass Gives
Be sure to donate during a match window to double your impact.
Let’s Keep the Momentum Going
Our goal is to raise $_____ this Giving Tuesday to expand meal deliveries and reach more households in 2026. Your help—whether through a matched gift, a share, or a few hours volunteering—will make a lasting difference.
Thank You
From our team, volunteers, and partner farms, thank you for standing with Spark of Hope. Together, we’re not just feeding people—we’re feeding possibility, dignity, and hope.
Would you like me to prepare short coordinated social-media posts and email reminders based on this blog—each timed to the high-match periods—to boost donations throughout the day?