Monday, April 23, 2018
Our enewsletter brings you headlines of the top state and national policy issues we're watching.
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Save the date
Philanthropy Forward ’18, this year’s conference and annual gathering of philanthropy, will take place October 22 – 24 in downtown Columbus. Save the date, as registration opens in July. And stay tuned as we announce our plenary speakers and session information.
NEW PHILANTHROPY REVIEW SPRING ISSUE IS OUT
In our spring 2018 edition, read about three members who are making bold moves in their work: The Community Foundation of West Chester/Liberty, Sisters of Charity Foundation of Cleveland and Peg’s Foundation. Plus, read how members are incorporating race and gender-responsive philanthropy into their giving.
Official DAF Comments
Read Philanthropy Ohio’s position on use of donor advised funds (DAFs) on behalf of our 48 community foundation members.
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Philanthropy Ohio is the recognized advocate and convener trusted to represent Ohio philanthropy in the state and the nation. We bring members together with key policymakers, whether we’re meeting in Washington about federal tax policy or working with members on state education and health reform.
PUTTING RACISM ON THE TABLE SERIES
Explore key elements of institutional racism and the role philanthropy can play in addressing racial inequity. We’re bringing this series of thoughtful speakers and rich discussion to our members in Cleveland and Cincinnati.
HOW DOES OHIO GIVE? THE 2017 REPORT IS OUT.
Ohio Gives, Philanthropy Ohio’s annual giving report, details how individuals, foundations and more give and what causes they support. The latest data indicates that total Ohio giving rose modestly in 2015, up just 1% from the year before, with a drop in individual giving offset by an increase in foundation giving.
2018 Webinars for Corporate Funders
Tune into our upcoming webinars designed to help corporate funders align their company mission with philanthropic action. We’re offering this series in partnership with our colleagues in Indiana, Michigan and Illinois.
Member Spotlight
Welcome new member Three Arches Foundation
Our newest member is Three Arches Foundation, which invests in advancing the health and well-being of the citizens of Lakewood and surrounding communities. Lakewood Hospital Foundation began more than 60 years ago with a mission to exclusively support the former Lakewood Hospital. Today, the foundation continues as Three Arches Foundation, investing in organizations that provide services and programs focused on two priority areas – Access to Care and Behavioral Health. Click here to read more about Three Arches Foundation.
Read the News
Friday, April 20, 2018
Three Westlake teachers picked as Fund for Teachers fellows
patch.com
Since 2001, Martha Holden Jennings Foundation’s Fund for Teachers has invested nearly $30 million in nearly 8,000 teachers.
Friday, April 13, 2018
Sisters of Charity Foundation of Cleveland awards $345,000 in first quarter
crainscleveland.com
"There's been incredible momentum toward our goal of ending chronic homelessness, and we are looking forward to continuing this journey and sustaining these results long-term," said Susanna Krey, president of The Sisters of Charity Foundation of Cleveland.