Handbags That Help is a women's giving circle focused on improving lives in Hancock County through significant grants for charitable projects and programs, aiming to increase community philanthropy. Since 2008, they have granted over $600,000 towards building strong families in the area.
The grant program aims to support early literacy intervention through the use of mentors. The intervention program is designed for PreK-3 students. It encourages donors to contribute with the incentive of tax advantages, and focuses on building enduring funds that can sustain community projects and legacy efforts over time.