Philanthropy Ohio supports education policy reform that seeks to enhance student learning opportunities and equity across P-20
Created in 2006, the Education Initiative is a member-driven coalition focused on helping funders better understand and address education reform in Ohio. This member collaborative supports policies that advance anti-racist and anti-discriminatory policies and practices in education; improve access to whole-child comprehensive supports in schools; invest in high-quality early childhood education; ensure students have access to high-quality educators; anchor the state's school funding system in adequacy, predictability and equity; make significant investments in K-12 education, particularly for students of color, low-income households or rural areas; and boost college affordability.
Join the Education Initiative to convene with your peers who support education, and:
- Build relationships with policymakers, including the Governor’s Office, the Ohio General Assembly, external stakeholders and key state agencies;
- Be informed on the most current research, trends and education policy issues in Ohio; and
- Advocate for policies to align Ohio’s education system and improve early childhood, K-12 and higher education systems.
Education Policy Briefings, Resources & Recordings
August 2023 Education Initiative Meeting Recording & Materials
Publication date: August, 17, 2023
Post-budget Legislative Update Recording
Publication date: August 2, 2023
Education Summit – June 2023 Program Recording
Publication date: June 21, 2023
The Ohio Biennium Budget and Philanthropy at the Statehouse Program Recording
Publication date: April 20, 2023
March 2023 Education Initiative Meeting Recording & Materials
Publication date: March 15, 2023
December 2022 Education Initiative Meeting Recording & Materials
Publication date: December 8, 2022
Lame Duck Legislative Update Recording
Publication date: December 5, 2022
- Tuesday, October 10, 12:30 – 2 p.m. at Philanthropy Forward ‘23 (in-person, Columbus)
- Wednesday, December 6, 1 – 3:30 p.m. (virtual)
Steering Committee Meetings
- Thursday, November 2, 2 – 3:30 p.m. (virtual)
When you become a member of Philanthropy Ohio, you join a community of funder organizations 200+ members strong who are working to improve our communities! Already a member? Make sure your annual membership is up to date and you have access to all the benefits – from members-only peer convenings to public policy initiatives to the latest resources and networking events.
Learn more about Philanthropy Ohio’s advocacy work and how you can get involved! Contact Adrienne Wells.