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Marked by four decades of change, Philanthropy Ohio celebrates its 40th anniversary

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.

How Ohio Gives 2025

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.

Leaning In

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

Americans don’t think nonprofits can fix society’s ills. Here’s how to make sure charities can succeed.

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.

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