The Power of Collective Giving
Each year, we honor a woman entrepreneur who embodies resilience, creativity, and community impact through our YGC Giving Collective Annual Give Back.
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2024: Our grant recipient was Somya Gupta, recognized at Mala Market for her inspiring contributions and vision.
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2025: We’re proud to announce Nancy Maldonado of The Little Juice Shop as this year’s recipient, continuing our tradition of celebrating and investing in women who are creating meaningful change.
This is how you can be part of it:
At YGC Giving Collective, we believe in the power of women supporting women—not just in words, but in action. Together, we give back to build up. Through our collective voices and resources, we invest in women-led businesses, proving that financial support is an act of belief, strength, and solidarity.
Throughout the year, we grow our giving fund—culminating in an annual award presented at the YGC Collective. Each contribution helps another woman rise, thrive, and lead.
Ways to Give & Make an Impact
Every contribution, no matter the size, creates a ripple effect of empowerment. Choose the giving level that aligns with your heart and vision for supporting women in business:
Giver – Any amount up to $299
For those who believe in the mission of YGCGC and want to give what they can. Every dollar counts and helps fuel transformation.
Impactor – $300+
As an Impactor, your generosity helps shape the future. You’ll also have the opportunity to nominate a potential recipient, allowing your contribution to directly uplift someone whose story moves you.
Visionary – $500+
Visionaries don’t just give—they lead. Along with nominating a recipient, Visionaries join our selection and voting team, helping decide which woman entrepreneur will receive the annual grant.
No matter your level of giving, your contribution is part of something greater—a movement toward financial prosperity, empowerment, and community impact.
Together, we rise. Together, we give. Together, we grow.
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2025 Recipient - Nancy Maldonado: The Little Juice Shop
2024 Recipient - Somya Gupta: Mala Market
The YGCC Misson & Our Why
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2025 YGC Collective
Stages Houston
"The Power of Her Voice: Stories That Shape, Impact That Lasts"
For the 2025 YGC Collective, we can draw inspiration from Variety’s Actors on Actors and The Hollywood Reporter’s Roundtable to create a dynamic, in-depth, and intimate conversation format that elevates women’s voices. This year’s theme should reflect authentic storytelling, peer-to-peer connection, and legacy-building—all while tying into the YGC Giving Collective, where we invest in a female entrepreneur from our community.
2025 YGC Collective Tentative Schedule
VIP Experience - SOLD OUT
August 19 | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
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5:00 PM | Check-In & Connection
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5:45 PM | Official Welcome – YGC Founders
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6:00 PM | Curated Dinner Experience
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6:45 PM | Trailblazer Panel + Live Q&A
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8:00 PM | Guided Intentional Connections
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8:30 PM | Closing
General Admission
August 20 | 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
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8:30 AM | Arrival, Light Bites & Connection
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9:15 AM | Set the Intention – YGC Founders
Session 1: Fashion & Aging Gracefully from 9:30am - 10:10am
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Heidi Furlong, Kim Lubs, Yvette Valdenegro
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SHORT BREAK - 10 minutes
Session 2: Wealth & Money Empowerment from 10:25 AM – 11:15AM
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Maria Lujan, Kamela Scarbeck, Sarah Ziese, Rose Ann McDonald
“The Business of You: Vision, Assets & Connection"
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11:20 AM -12:20 PM | Connection Lunch
Session 3: Health + Wellness from 12:30pm -1:10pm
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Dr. Miiko Rowley & Dr. Tiffany Ruder
Session 4: Brand Voice from 1:15 PM - 1:45PM
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Alissa Crabtree & Geovanna Burgess White
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SHORT BREAK - 15 minutes
Holistic Business 2:00 PM – 2:50 PM
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Deidrea Kiesling, Kirstin Brenders, Lisa Rosenfeld, Colleen McKnight
“The Business of You: Vision, Assets & Connection”
The YGC Experience 3:00 PM - 3:40 PM
"Legacy, Leadership, and Purpose"
YGC Collective Giveback Ceremony 3:45 PM
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Honoring last year’s recipient + announcing the 2025 winner
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4:00 PM | Closing Remarks & Final Reflections
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AFTER PARTY - EXCLUSIVE to YGC Collective attendees only
(location available when purchasing ticket)
Inspiration & Format:
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In-Depth Conversations: Modeled after Actors on Actors, we pair women leaders, visionaries, and change makers for intimate, unscripted dialogues about their journeys, challenges, and impact.
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Industry Roundtables – Raw discussions on Business, Health, Wealth, Fashion and Aging Gracefully, bridging diverse backgrounds and expertise.
Spotlight on Legacy: This year, the YGC Giving Collective will culminate in a live grant presentation to a standout female entrepreneur in our community, showcasing her journey and future vision.
Why This Theme?
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Empowers women to own their narratives and share wisdom through deep, meaningful conversations.
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Bridges industries and backgrounds—entrepreneurs, executives, creatives, and community leaders learning from one another.
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Takes action beyond the event, with a tangible investment in a woman-led business that will ripple through the community.
Four Key Industries:
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Business & Entrepreneurship Now – Future-forward strategies, leadership, and scaling businesses
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Aging Gracefully & Fashion – Embracing beauty, style, and confidence in every season
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Money & Wealth – Financial growth, investment strategies, and legacy-building
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Health & Wellness – Mental, physical, and emotional well-being for high-performing women
WHAT TO EXPECT AT THE YGCC
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2024 BTS & TESTIMONIALS
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2025 YG Collective - Hotel
Hotel Saint Agustine
To reserve your stay, please follow these steps:
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Visit the Hotel Saint Augustine website.
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Click on the “Book Now” button.
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Select your dates and under "Special Rates" drop down menu, select the Corporate or Group Code and enter the code "1026847."
2024 YGC Collective
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This is not your typical conference. This event is for women in all seasons of life who are ready to fill their cups personally, mentally, and emotionally as well as growing their business from the inside out. Expect an upscale experience with meticulous attention to detail from beginning to end, creating deep connections with speakers, sponsors, and guests.
Meet The Speakers
"Meet the Speakers" and dive into their inspiring topics. Follow their journeys and watch their engaging mini-episodes to help you decide which speaker you'd like to pour into your cup!
(click on photos for their topics and podcast episodes)
SPEAKER & TOPICS
Julie Ciardi - Unleash the Leader Within
Harnessing YOUR Unique Gift
Kim Lubs - The Power of Giving Circles
How YOU Can Participate and Contribute
Rita Bautista - YOUR Journey to Holistic Health
Embracing Intuition, Education & Alignment
Tawnie Breaux - Unlocking Organic Growth
The Marketing & Branding Secrets YOU Are Missing
Soni Pelty - From Struggle to Strength
Interactive Guide to Upholding YOUR Boundaries
Camille Davis & Sarah Ziese - EmpowHERing Wealth
How are YOU Building Financial Independence in 2024
Jasmin Brand - BankHER “ We are the Bank”
Andrea Garcia- From Foundation to Flourish
Behind the Scenes of Community Building
Deidrea Kiesling - Vision Mastery Interactive
Breaking Free from YOUR Limiting Beliefs
What is the YGC Collective?
YGC Collective is a powerful movement where influential women's groups come together to ignite change, inspire, and uplift Greater Houston. Our mission is to amplify voices, transform communities, and create a lasting impact.
At our conference, we cover a diverse range of topics crucial to women's lives. From career advancement to personal growth, our discussions are tailored to empower women with the tools and knowledge they need to thrive.
We are proud to announce the launch of the first INVESTMENT CIRCLE for HER Texas, supporting local female entrepreneurs with grants to fuel their businesses and drive economic empowerment.
Group Leaders: Our initiative is led by an inspiring team of group leaders who use up-to-date implementation tools to drive success and foster innovation. These leaders bring a wealth of experience and a passion for creating meaningful change in our communities, ensuring that every woman's voice is heard.
Join us in championing change, fostering innovation, and ensuring that every woman's voice is heard loud and clear across Greater Houston. Let's shape a brighter, more inclusive future for all.
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