The Opportunity > State, National and Global Levels

We believe that there are many ways for women to become involved and help the girls in our communities benefit from the combined knowledge and experiences of the organization. We call it, Connecting for a Cause. 

The Founding Giving Girls intend to initiate an annual Girls Summit in Fall 2011 - a life-changing, experiential learning program for girls. The interactive program aims to educate, inform, and boost self- esteem and self-respect for the young women of our community.  

The areas of focus under development are traditional and non-traditional careers, planet sustainability, community involvement and giving back. As interest has grown, we are also pursuing a  second tier of The Giving Girls to provide a community-wide mentorship program.  The concept of The Giving Girls continues to evolve, and with funding assistance, we could implement programs throughout the U.S., and even Globally, while engaging our private, public and government entities.  

There is no greater gift that The Giving Girls can give than making it possible for the girls in our communities to grow and prosper.

Meet The Founders

stacy bayless 

For years, The Giving Girls Co-Founder, Stacy Bayless, had thoughts of forming a women’s networking group to rival the “good old boys” networks that were a constant challenge in business relations. Armed with decades of marketing expertise and a deep knowledge of influencers and trends, the experience and interest in women’s initiatives led to the co-creation of The Giving Girls. 

Throughout her lifetime, Bayless has engaged with hi-profile, non-profit entities, as a volunteer, member of the board of directors, and has also held key leadership roles in each environment.  Her guidance has been instrumental in raising board involvement and increased multi-year funding for organizations such as Fresh Start Women’s Foundation, Boys Team Charity, National Charity League and Home Base Youth Services. Stacy Bayless is a woman determined to carve her own path, and help make our world a better place today and in the future.

kelly ehlers 

Giving Girls Co-Founder, Kelly Ehlers, has over a decade of deep immersion in both the marketing - and nonprofit world. Grounded in business principles, yet leading with her unwavering passion and determination, her unique perspective and skill set were the guiding force behind forming The Giving Girls. From an early age, Ehlers’ passion has always been helping the less fortunate - in fact, her dream was to some day start a nonprofit entity with the intention of mentoring young girls.


Ehlers has served various charitable entities in both a board member and volunteer capacity. Helping shape the strategic direction and fundraising efforts for groups such as The McDowell Mountain Music Festival, Dress For Success Phoenix, The Fresh Start Women’s Foundation and Habitat For Humanity,there's no doubt that Kelly Ehlers is dedicated to lending her passion and expertise to help nonprofits thrive. 

Recently named one of the ‘Top 10 Up-And-Coming Business Women to Watch’ by the Phoenix Business Journal, Ehlers’ heavy involvement in the Phoenix community makes her the perfect female to help lead the efforts of The Giving Girls.