OUR MISSION is to CELEBRATE and NURTURE the ARTISTRY and STRENGTH of APPALACHIAN WOMEN

The Mountain Grrl Experience is an exciting art and music event with intent to feature and promote the creativity of women in Appalachia in a safe and supportive environment. For two days in October, the City of Pikeville will be our home and gathering place where ALL are welcome.

Our VISION is a world where all females are safe and equally respected.

The Mountain Grrl Experience will feature musical performances, art displays, interactive workshops and educational programs.

Proceeds from the 2025 event will benefit the

Pike County Domestic Violence Coalition

This group collects and creates resources, using Turning Point Kentucky’s helpline for local people in domestic violence situations.

You can reach the Turning Point helpline 24/7 at (800)649-6605, or by texting (606)792-2291.

Purple ribbon with the text "PCDVC Pike County Domestic Violence Coalition"
Purple awareness ribbon next to text reading 'PCDVC Pike County Domestic Violence Coalition'.

Pike County Domestic Violence Coalition

Mission Statement:

The Pike County Domestic Violence Coalition shall strive to provide outreach and increase resources to the community through a multi-sector approach to reduce domestic violence harm.

 Contact Information: 

President: Tammy Riley, Pike County Health Department

Vice President: Mitch Case, Pike County Fire Department

Secretary: Elizabeth Fitch, Turning Point Domestic Violence Shelter

Treasurer: Brandi Steffey, Kentucky State Police

Meeting Schedule and Session Features
The Pike County Domestic Violence Coalition meets quarterly on the first Tuesday of March, June, September, and December at 12:00 PM. Meetings are held in the second-floor auditorium of the Pike County Health Department, with Zoom access available. Each session features a guest speaker presenting on topics related to domestic violence prevention and support, and is preceded by an open board meeting.

Map of Kentucky counties showing contacts for domestic violence shelters, including Center for Women & Families Crisis, Owensboro Area Shelter, and Safe Harbor, with the title 'Kentucky Domestic Violence Shelters' and the logo 'Turning Point'.

Globally

  • More than 1 in 3 women experience gender-based violence in their lifetime

  • More than 5 women or girls are killed every hour by someone in their own family

  • Less than 40% of women who experience violence seek help of any sort

Source: UN Women

In Kentucky:

45.3% of women and 35.5% of men have experienced contact sexual violence, physical violence, and/or stalking by an intimate partner within their lifetime. If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, please contact one of Kentucky’s 15 programs supporting all survivors of domestic violence.

https://www.zerov.org/

Available 24/7 - National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline at 1-800-656- HOPE (4673) or the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)

Appalachian Women helping Appalachian Women

We are proud to announce that proceeds from the 2024 event garnered $2,000 in funds to donate to our charity of choice, Oasis Farm.

“The Mountain Grrl Experience has been a kindling force keeping my fire burning for years and their support to myself and countless other women across Eastern Kentucky has had an immeasurable impact. Because of their support we’re able to keep this mission moving forward. Thank you for the bottom of my heart to all those who came out to support this fantastic group of women.” Jessy Workman, CEO, Oasis Farms

With proceeds from the 2022 & 2023 events, The Mountain Girl Experience raised $3,500.00 in funds to donate to the Perry Cline WestCare Emergency Shelter in Pikeville, KY and Turning Point Domestic Violence Services in Prestonsburg, Kentucky.

“The monetary gift from the Mountain Girl Experience is being used to purchase art and craft supplies, pottery classes and to purchase tickets to local music events. Turning Point is grateful for the chance to make these purchases and enrich the lives of the people we serve."...Connie Little, Executive Director, Turning Point

With proceeds from the 2021 event, the Mountain Grrl Experience proudly made a donation of $1350.00 to the Perry Cline WestCare Emergency Shelter in Pikeville, KY.

Three women standing together outdoors, smiling, presenting a check. Two women are wearing blue T-shirts with a logo, and the woman in the middle wears a black and white striped dress.
Two women standing in front of a wall with a logo that says "West Care" with a sun rising above mountains and a blue line. One woman on the left is smiling, wearing a gray shirt and brown pants, and the woman on the right is smiling and holding a large check, wearing a blue shirt and black pants.

Mountain Grrl Experience expands to helping our Appalachian neighbors in need

A band of five women performing on an outdoor stage with musical instruments, under string lights and colorful hanging lanterns, in front of a beige building.

Over $40,000 raised to help East Kentucky Flood victims!

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A promotional poster for the East KY Rising benefit concert for flood relief. The event is scheduled for 6:30 pm on Friday, August 12, at Mountain Top Media Stage. It features a lineup of country musicians and highlights chances to win items through auctions, including autographed items and motorcycle rides. The poster also thanks sponsors and provides a Facebook link for sponsorship inquiries. Admission is by donation, with reserved tables costing $250.

East Kentucky Rising-a Mountain Grrl Production

Four people standing inside near a table with donations, large windows behind showing a cityscape with a clock tower, trees, and buildings.

We held a Holiday Open Mic Night and collected Christmas gifts and money to donate to families affected by the East Kentucky floods.