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Working together to build a strong & connected #Columbus & #CentralOhio community. Home of The #BigGive | #TheBigTable | #TheGivingStore

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🌟 Meet @NAICCO1975, one of the 5 Nonprofits to Watch in 2024! Discover how NAICCO builds and supports community and culture through events like the Summer Finale and the #LandBackNAICCO campaign: cbusfdn.org/3VN7bhL.

5 Nonprofits to Watch Spotlight: Native American Indian Center of Central Ohio | The Columbus...

In March, The Columbus Foundation announced the 5 Nonprofits to Watch in 2024, a group of dynamic nonprofits working to strengthen and improve the community. Among these organizations is the Native...

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This holiday season, we celebrate 10 years of the Gifts of Kindness Fund—$6M in grants helping 3,300 households. Every act of kindness strengthens our community. Join us in supporting neighbors facing sudden hardships. Explore the impact at cbusfdn.org/3VzX5kf.

A Decade of Spreading Kindness through the Gifts of Kindness Fund | The Columbus Foundation

Working in partnership with nearly 50 local nonprofits, the Gifts of Kindness program has provided more than $6 million in grant support to more than 3,300 households in the Columbus region. These...

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Nikki Scarpitti@NikScarp
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So grateful to @FleetFeetCbus for helping the Walter Foundation launch its holiday kindness initiative today as our shoe vendor partner. The Fleet Feet team brought tons of smiles to kiddos at United Elementary State Street who got new shoes today!
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The gifts are in! 🎁 This weekend, @GiveBesa’s Winter Wonderland was filled with holiday magic and a heartwarming reminder of the power of community. Your generosity will bring comfort, joy, & warmth to over 2,000 seniors this holiday season!
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College Juniors, Seniors, & Grad Students: Apply for the 2025 Summer Fellowship Program! ✅ Paid, 10-week, full-time fellowship (June 2–Aug 8) ✅ Match w/nonprofits aligned to your goals & passions ✅ Build skills & grow your network Apply by 12/13: cbusfdn.org/3qOiJjQ.

Summer Fellows | The Columbus Foundation

The Columbus Foundation is committed to strengthening the nonprofit sector in central Ohio. Through its Summer Fellowship Program, the Foundation also engages the next generation of young leaders in...

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How do you assess a region's ongoing health, vitality, and well-being? The Benchmarking Central Ohio 2024 report, released earlier today at @cbusmetroclub, provides an in-depth look at central Ohio’s strengths, challenges, and opportunities for growth. 🔗 columbusfoundation.org/news-….

Community Research | The Columbus Foundation

The Columbus Foundation has long invested in community research to help enhance community knowledge across a range of important issues, such as mental healthcare, digital equity and inclusion, youth...

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Discover @FranklintonFarms' Green Spaces! 🌱 One of the 5 Nonprofits to Watch in 2024, @FTONFarms's dedicated to making fresh, healthy food accessible, beautifying urban spaces, and promoting environmental justice. Explore the StoryMap to learn more! cbusfdn.org/3NT7ZgP

5NP2W Spotlight: Franklinton Farms | The Columbus Foundation

In March 2024, The Columbus Foundation named Franklinton Farms as one of the 5 Nonprofits to Watch. A vibrant urban farm dedicated to nourishing well-being and connection through farming, gardening,...

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Philanthropy is a family affair for Barbara Brandt! To inspire her grandchildren to give back, she created the Brandt Family Next Generation Fund, a Donor Advised Fund. Learn how her grandchildren are supporting causes they care about: cbusfdn.org/4fhwFLk.

Giving Through the Generations | The Columbus Foundation

In 2005, Barbara Brandt established the Brandt Family Next Generation Fund, initially allocating $250 a year to each grandchild to grant to a nonprofit of their choice. However, before they could...

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Did you know The Columbus Foundation is home to roughly 1500 Donor Advised Funds? Learn how the Lindy Infante Foundation Fund is helping kids get off the sidelines and into the game by expanding access to youth sports and recreation! Read more: cbusfdn.org/48nhT3q.

Live Like Lindy | The Columbus Foundation

Former NFL coach Gelindo "Lindy" Infante's legacy lives on through the Lindy Infante Foundation, which gives all children access to youth sports. Learn how the Lindy Infante Foundation partners with...

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We’re celebrating the impact of Donor Advised Funds! Stephanie & Joel Shaw wanted to be more thoughtful with their giving, so they created the Shaw Family Fund in 2021. Now, they’re supporting the causes closest to their hearts. ❤️ Learn more: cbusfdn.org/41okabe.

Expressing Love Through Service | The Columbus Foundation

Stephanie and Joel Shaw's chance encounter at Atlanta Airport has led to a 22-year marriage and a strong commitment to Columbus. Learn how this dynamic duo, driven by gratitude and kindness, actively...

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Since 1947, Donor Advised Funds at The Columbus Foundation have fueled $257M in grants, supporting the arts, education, community health, and more! In #AtTheTable, see how these funds empower donors to make a lasting impact on causes they love: ⬇️ 🔗 cbusfdn.org/47Tooeh

Fueling Philanthropy Through Donor Advised Funds | The Columbus Foundation

From the establishment of The Columbus Foundation’s first Donor Advised Fund in 1947 through today, these funds have played an important role in strengthening and improving the community. As Donor...

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Did you leave The Big Table® feeling inspired? Let’s turn that energy into action! Whether it was planning a neighborhood cleanup or organizing a block party, every step counts toward a kinder, more connected future. Share your Big Table experiences! 👉 cbusfdn.org/3r3oD5x.
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"This has definitely been a launchpad for excellence." 🚀 Mansion Day School isn't just a school—it's a second family. Named one of the 5 Nonprofits to Watch in 2024, discover how it helped Quinn unlock his potential & build a foundation for success. 👉 cbusfdn.org/3BrEFLp.
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Thank you for being a part of #TheBigTable! Whether you hosted, attended a public event, or helped spread the word, YOU made a difference. The connections we made brought us closer together and are helping to build a stronger community. Let’s keep the conversations going!
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💬 We’d love to hear about your experience at #TheBigTable! Please take a moment to fill out the survey and help make future Big Tables even better: cbusfdn.org/3r3oD5x.
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Big Table conversations are happening across our community, bringing people together to share stories, learn from one another, and build stronger connections.  Be present, listen with an open heart, and enjoy connecting with those around you. #TheBigTable
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The sunrise Big Table conversation at @GrangeAudubonOH was just the beginning! Thank you to all who joined us for a powerful start to this day of connection & dialogue. Let’s keep this energy alive & continue the discussions happening all over central Ohio today. #TheBigTable
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Rise and shine—it's Big Table Day! We hope you're as excited as we are about this day of community-wide conversation where neighbors come together to share experiences & build connections. Help spread the word and share the important topics you discussed using #TheBigTable!
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We are proud to posthumously honor Mary E. “Betsy” Rueb with the 2024 Harrison M. Sayre Award. Her extraordinary $55 million gift, the largest endowed gift in the Foundation's 80-year history, will provide scholarships for generations of local students. 🔗 cbusfdn.org/3zcVFEl
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Meet the people at @chfcolumbus, the 2024 Columbus Foundation Award honoree!  On the blog, President & CEO Toshia Safford and participants Bethany & Binta share how The Center for Healthy Families is transforming lives every day.  Learn more at cbusfdn.org/3zcVFEl.
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