Public Policy

Learn how Ohio’s capital budget supports infrastructure and community projects across the state, ranging from parks and recreation to cultural and sports facilities. Gain a greater understanding of the capital bill process, timelines and opportunities to advocate for capital improvement projects in your community. Strategize how to connect with stakeholders and legislators to identify priority investments to meet local needs.

In response to recent federal actions that pose a threat to the philanthropic sector, we have created this resource page to keep you informed. Our goal is to provide clarity, eliminate misinformation and offer guidance on how to protect the vital role each of us plays in fostering a just and vibrant Ohio through impactful philanthropy.

This guidance document from the United Philanthropy Forum provides a framework to help your organization assess and mitigate potential risks amid increased federal scrutiny of philanthropic organizations. It outlines what remains legal and protected, compliance protocols, communications strategies, legal preparedness and more.

The August Housing Policy Table focused on home repair efforts to promote housing stability with a presentation on Habitat for Humanity of Miami and Shelby Counties and The Troy Foundation’s Rock the Block collaborative work.

The August Democracy Table focused on civic health with a presentation from the National Civic League's Center for Democracy Innovation on healthy democracy ecosystem mapping and opportunities for Ohio to improve civic engagement.

The August Health Policy Table featured a presentation on how Peg’s Foundation has advocated, focused funding and worked collaboratively to improve mental health and well-being through efforts such as the Clear Pathways Initiative.