Leadership & Social Impact

Leadership, for me, has never been about the spotlight — it’s about building what didn’t exist and creating systems that last. I’ve had the privilege of leading UP for Women & Children from an idea sketched on paper into a thriving, multi-million dollar organization that centers dignity, belonging, and care — a true place of safety and connection for women and families.

What you’ll see here reflects the work of a team, a community, and a vision built on integrity, accountability, and heart — and how that same vision continues to guide my next chapter. 

  • Recognized by Louisville Business First as a 2025 Most Admired CEO honoree recognized for her visionary leadership and social impact

    Recognized by Louisville Business First as a 2025 Most Admired CEO honoree for her visionary leadership and social impact.

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  • Podcast Feature: Why Would You Write That?

    I joined the Why Would You Write That? podcast for a conversation on leadership, storytelling, and the courage to tell the truth. We explored what compels us to write the stories we carry — the heart behind Where the Light Breaks Through, the power of claiming your narrative, and why telling the truth (even the uncomfortable parts) is one of the most radical acts of leadership.

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  • A woman with gray hair smiling, wearing a black blazer over a bright blue blouse, against a plain white background.

    UP for Women and Children executive director Amy Meredith to step away

    Over the past eight years, Amy has guided UP from its earliest concept to a thriving, sustainable organization recognized for its impact on women and families. In 2026, she will step down as Executive Director, ensuring the organization continues to thrive under new leadership.

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  • A webpage titled '2025 Gratitude Report' featuring a handwritten note on lined paper and a black-and-white photo of a smiling woman with long hair, wearing a leopard print shirt, standing outdoors with trees in the background.

    Authored under the leadership of Amy Meredith, Co-founder and Executive Director, UP for Women & Children

    The 2025 Gratitude Report reflects more than a year of milestones — it’s a portrait of progress, resilience, and collective care. Since opening in 2018, UP for Women & Children has grown from a grassroots idea into a sustainable, seven-figure organization serving women and families.

    This report tells that story and celebrates what’s possible when vision and community come together.

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  • Flag with gold fleur-de-lis and text reading "Alliance for the Homeless" hanging outside a brick building, with power lines and some greenery in the background.

    Louisville groups receive millions to combat homelessness

    UP for Women & Children and partner organizations were included in the $4.5M Coalition for the Homeless funding awards, as reported by Spectrum News.

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  • Women having a conversation with a man inside a church or community hall with stained glass windows, chairs, and an American flag in the background.

    UP for Women and Children Celebrates its 7th Anniversary with Congressman Morgan McGarvey

    In its 7th year, UP crossed the seven-figure mark, scaling services and impact for women and children experiencing homelessness — as reported by WLKY.

    This milestone reflects sustained growth, serving over 2,200 individuals and expanding vital programs.

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  • Amy Meredith, UP for Women and Children Executive Director, speaking at an indoor event with white round tables and chairs, and groups of people standing and conversing in the background.

    Nonprofits Discuss Funding Challenges

    Local advocate Amy Meredith collaborates with the Louisville Nonprofit Coalition and Kentucky Nonprofit Network to amplify nonprofit voices at the local and state level, advocating for fair funding, policy reform, and sustainable support for women, families, and vulnerable communities.

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  • Low-angle view of a historic stone church steeple with tall arched windows and trees with autumn leaves in the foreground, against a bright blue sky with a few clouds.

    Christ Church Cathedral in Louisville opens shelter for homeless ahead of winter storm

    Partnering with Christ Church Cathedral, the UP team developed policies and procedures that made it possible to launch a winter shelter, adding 15 extra beds per night during extreme cold — an initiative supported under Amy Meredith’s leadership (WDRB).

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“I build systems that endure -structures that create stability, clarity, and impact long after the spotlight fades.”

Amy at the Kentucky State Capitol with members of the Kentucky Nonprofit Network, advocating for policies that strengthen community systems and sustainability.

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