Public Policy

The Summer Philanthropy Review edition features a policy update on the latest actions in Ohio; Meghan Cummings’ inaugural President’s Pen message as the new CEO of Philanthropy Ohio; details on the annual Philanthropy Awards that we’ll celebrate at Philanthropy Forward '25 in Cleveland this fall; a welcome to two new foundation executive directors, as well as two new Philanthropy Ohio staff members; and more!

Learn about Ohio’s recently passed biennium budget (FY 2026-2027) and how key provisions impact health, education, housing and more.

At this special virtual program, Philanthropy Ohio’s “Lawyer on Call,” Phil Purcell, J.D., discussed policy changes impacting scholarships that focus on race-conscious programs.

Philanthropy Ohio urges Senators Husted and Moreno to oppose excise tax increases proposed in the "One, Big, Beautiful Bill," as these changes would significantly reduce the capacity of Ohio private foundations to fund essential community services.

This resource explores the legal intricacies and best practices that foundations should understand when navigating situations that may inadvertently violate regulations concerning charitable organizations and their support for or opposition to candidates for public office. 

Hear an overview of S.B. 1, which was recently signed by Gov. DeWine, and its elements concerning DEI scholarships.

Philanthropy Ohio administered a member survey on recent federal funding decisions in February 2025. The results highlight the variety of ways members are responding to the political reality of potential funding cuts, eliminated DEIB efforts, deportations and other challenges to “business as usual.” Read about the ways funders in Ohio are leaning in.

The March Housing Policy Table focused on key housing-related state budget provisions and other legislation with updates from Byers, Minton and Associates and the Coalition on Homelessness and Housing in Ohio.

The March Education Policy Table focused on key education-related provisions in the state's biennial budget with presentations by Byers, Minton and Associates and the business coalition Ohio Excels.