Blog

Meet two new staff members who joined the Philanthropy Ohio team this year: President & CEO Meghan Cummings and Manager, Programs & Learning, Dani Rose. 

As Philanthropy Ohio celebrates 40 years, Interim President & CEO Claudia Herrold looks back on the many changes that have shaped the organization alongside the guidance of strong leaders, shifting member needs and a changing world. With a foundation built on core values and a commitment to learning, the organization is poised to embrace future change and growth to remain vital and impactful.

In 2022, Ohio's foundation giving hit a record $2.44 billion, marking a 13% increase from the previous year, despite an 8% decline in total foundation assets and a growing number of foundations in the state.

Philanthropy Ohio interim president & CEO, Claudia Y.W. Herrold, delivers a call to action and encourages members to lean in during challenging times.

The Philanthropy Ohio team reflects on their proudest moments of 2024 and looks ahead to opportunities awaiting in 2025. Here’s to the new year and all the possibilities it holds – Happy New Year!

Take a walk with me through a recap of my first Philanthropy Forward conference. As a new face in the sector, there was a lot to learn.

We are thrilled to announce the 2024 Philanthropy Awards winners: Adam Hodnichak, bi3 & Interact for Health, Ohio State Bar Foundation, Keith Burwell and Connie Hawk.

While SCOTUS’ affirmative action decisions represent yet another dark moment in U.S. history, the democratic process has shown us — time and time again — that there is a path forward: it is called the ballot box.

When asked to cite examples of what’s working, many of us point to other cities, states or nations – rather than the solutions happening right in our backyards. To change people’s minds, we must shift the narrative – the stories we tell ourselves about how society works and what obstructs change – toward the things nonprofits and their partners are already doing about deep-seated problems.

Trust-based philanthropy is not a one-size-fits-all approach, and its application may vary based on specific contexts, circumstances and organizations. Funders can adapt these practices to align with their values and the needs of their grantees and communities.