The Women & Philanthropy Network (W&P) seeks to motivate, inspire and unite individuals as leaders and donors who invest collectively to advocate for the success of the University of Kentucky and its community at large.
Since its founding in 2007, members have pooled their annual contributions of $1,000 to support grants that enhance the student-learning experience through innovative academic programs, creative student-based research initiatives and/or need-based student scholarships.
The following programs were selected as the 2025 Women & Philanthropy grant recipients.
College of Arts and Sciences
Step-Up Service-Learning Program
Connects UK students with English language learners in Lexington high schools, where they serve as mentors and English tutors while building meaningful academic and community partnerships.
Pigman College of Engineering
Engineering for FemTech
Creates a pipeline for students to design technology-enabled solutions that improve women’s health care. Funding supports undergraduate summer research stipends, graduate research support and senior design team projects.
College of Fine Arts
UK Men’s Choir at Carnegie Hall
Supports travel for the 80-member chorus to perform a solo set at one of the nation’s most prestigious concert venues.
Lewis Honors College
Leaders of a Global Society: Great Britain and Beyond
Subsidizes costs for approximately 20 students participating in an intensive study abroad program focused on historical and contemporary leadership in Great Britain and beyond.
Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment
Arboretum Internship Support
Supports five student internships at The Arboretum, funding 75% of compensation while providing hands-on experience creating and delivering educational programming for children and families.
Robinson Center Extension and Research Summer Intern Enhancement Project
Supports five student research internships that culminate in presentations and formal reports of their findings.