News & Events | The Greater Cincinnati Foundation

Help improve the quality of life for women and girls with The Women's Fund

Melissa Currence — Wed, 02 May 2012 15:46:47 GMT

Join The Women's Fund of The Greater Cincinnati Foundation for our upcoming events, eXXchange and Strut Your Stuff. Also find out more about our mini-grant cycle for projects supporting girls' leadership and women's economic self-sufficiency.

Charitable Bequests — the simplest way to create your legacy of generosity

Melissa Currence — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 18:21:26 GMT

Bequests are one of the best ways to create your everlasting legacy and make your most impactful gift to your community. Read more about why many donors choose this gift planning tool.

GCF commits $25K to tornado relief, urges donors to pitch in

Melissa Currence — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 14:45:27 GMT

Our region was hit by several tornadoes on March 2, 2012. See more for ways you can help with relief efforts.

Applications Being Accepted for Teacher and Summertime Program Grants

Julia Mace — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 18:36:29 GMT

The Greater Cincinnati Foundation is now accepting applications for its two Grants for Kids programs, Learning Links and Summertime Kids.

Foundation Welcomes New Board Members

Julia Mace — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 21:43:01 GMT

GCF welcomes new Governing Board members Calvin D. Buford and Thomas D. Croft.

Additional workshop added for nonprofits on GCF's new grantmaking framework

Melissa Currence — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 14:07:19 GMT

Due to popular demand, an additional workshop to introduce nonprofits to The Greater Cincinnati Foundation's new grantmaking framework has been added for Tuesday, January 17, 2012. UPDATE: Registration is now closed.

In Memoriam: John Smale

Beth Reiter — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 21:31:14 GMT

We were saddened to learn of the passing of John G. Smale on November 19, 2011. In addition to his distinguished career at Procter & Gamble, Mr. Smale had a long history of service to the Greater Cincinnati community, including as a GCF board member.

Community Leadership and Service to be Recognized at Luncheon

Julia Mace — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 19:49:45 GMT

The Greater Cincinnati Foundation (GCF) will present two awards at its 2011 Annual Luncheon on Wednesday, November 2, 2011.

Foundation Hires New Employees

Julia Mace — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 20:42:40 GMT

The Greater Cincinnati Foundation (GCF) welcomes two new employees to its staff.

A new tool available to professional advisors

Melissa Currence — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 20:18:43 GMT

The Advisors Planned Giving Resource is a free e-newsletter for professional advisors, providing up-to-date information about estate planning techniques, planned giving vehicles, and legislative, judicial, and regulatory developments affecting charitable giving.

Teachers Start the Year With Learning Links Grants

Julia Mace — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 17:34:13 GMT

Learning Links, a Grants for Kids program of The Greater Cincinnati Foundation, recently awarded grants to 129 schools, totaling $115,758.

Alice Sparks Receives Philanthropy Award

Julia Mace — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 18:54:46 GMT

The Northern Kentucky Fund of GCF presented the Devou Cup at the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Dinner.

Funding Partnership Addresses Emergency Needs

Julia Mace — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 15:52:06 GMT

The Weathering the Economic Storm (WTES) funding partners recently granted $98,500 to assist nonprofits with unforeseen needs.

Grants Make Summer Fun for 20 Years

Julia Mace — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 18:29:35 GMT

Summertime Kids, a Grants for Kids program of The Greater Cincinnati Foundation (GCF), recently awarded 137 grants, totaling $128,506. Approximately 14,000 children benefited from these grants in all eight counties of GCF’s service area.

Grants Assist With Emergency Needs

Julia Mace — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 18:07:13 GMT

The Weathering the Economic Storm (WTES) funding partners recently granted $70,000 to assist nonprofits with unforeseen needs.

Foundation Welcomes New Employees

Julia Mace — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 14:51:48 GMT

The Greater Cincinnati Foundation (GCF) welcomes two new employees to its staff. Meghan Cummings is the development officer for The Women’s Fund of GCF and Linda Hillyer is GCF’s giving strategies assistant.

Kathryn E. Merchant recognized for lifetime contributions in philanthropy

Melissa Currence — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 16:18:40 GMT

Kathryn E. Merchant, president and CEO of The Greater Cincinnati Foundation, received the Council on Foundations' Distinguished Grantmaker Award at its Annual Conference in Philadelphia on April 11.

Grants Support Basic Needs and Housing

Julia Mace — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 17:38:42 GMT

The Weathering the Economic Storm (WTES) funding partners recently committed $635,000 to 29 organizations for safety net funding.

Foundation Welcomes New Employee

Julia Mace — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 21:16:52 GMT

GCF welcomes Melissa Currence, its new Interactive Media Project Manager.

Grantwriting Assistance Grants

Julia Mace — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 18:19:43 GMT

In addition to providing emergency assistance to families to meet their basic needs, the Weathering the Economic Storm partners assisted local nonprofits in pursuing competitive state or federal government grant opportunities by providing small grants to cover grant writing expenses.

Applications Being Accepted for Teacher and Summer Program Grants

Julia Mace — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 15:44:19 GMT

GCF is now accepting applications for its two Grants for Kids programs, Learning Links and Summertime Kids.

New Partnership Highlights Nonprofit Sector's Great Stories

Julia Mace — Tue, 08 Feb 2011 18:31:35 GMT

The Greater Cincinnati Foundation (GCF) and Soapbox Media are pleased to announce the new “For Good” section of the weekly Soapbox online magazine.

Women’s Fund Launches Mastermind Group for Corporate Women's Leadership

Beth Reiter — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 19:01:51 GMT

The Women’s Fund of GCF has announced the launch of a Mastermind Group in March 2011 for area corporations interested in creating or expanding a women’s leadership program.

GCF's Kathryn Merchant on CET

Julia Mace — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 21:16:05 GMT

Our President/CEO appears on CET's Publisher's Beat.

Foundation Welcomes New Board Members

Julia Mace — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 15:32:08 GMT

The Greater Cincinnati Foundation welcomes two new Governing Board members.

Grants Help Family Stability and Prevention

Julia Mace — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 19:46:40 GMT

Family stability is threatened during times of economic peril. Recent grants of the Weathering the Economic Storm partnership aim to help.

Lifelong Kentuckian Judy Clabes Receives Devou Cup

Beth Reiter — Fri, 15 Oct 2010 16:37:27 GMT

The Northern Kentucky Fund of GCF presented the Devou Cup to Judy Clabes on October 21, 2010. The Cup honors a donor who has made a profound difference in the quality of community life in Northern Kentucky, today and tomorrow.

Foundation Welcomes New Vice President

Julia Mace — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 17:38:43 GMT

The Greater Cincinnati Foundation (GCF) welcomes Shiloh Turner, its new Vice President for Community Investment.

Foundation Presents Awards at Luncheon

Julia Mace — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 20:48:22 GMT

GCF presented the Jacob E. Davis Volunteer Leadership Award to Frank and Rosemary Bloom, and the Bridge Builder Award to Christine A. Buttress, Esq. at its fourth Annual Luncheon on Sept. 8.

12th Annual Voices of Giving Awards Honor Local Philanthropists

Beth Reiter — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 12:39:15 GMT

The Greater Cincinnati Foundation and the Greater Cincinnati Planned Giving Council (GCPGC) recognized local philanthropists for their generosity at the 12th Annual Voices of Giving Awards in June.

Greater Cincinnati nonprofit agencies cash in; Grant-writing program helped score $1.6 million in funding

Greater Cincinnati Foundation — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 20:07:36 GMT

The Greater Cincinnati Foundation is expanding a pilot program for grant-writing services after its 2009 investment of $30,000 leveraged $1.6 million in additional grants for four local nonprofits.

Foundation Welcomes Director of Professional Advisor Relations

Greater Cincinnati Foundation — Wed, 19 May 2010 20:45:04 GMT

The Greater Cincinnati Foundation (GCF) welcomes Suzanne Rohlfs, its new director of professional advisor relations.

Agenda 360 receives Greater Cincinnati Foundation Grant

Greater Cincinnati Foundation — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 20:18:25 GMT

Agenda 360, Greater Cincinnati’s regional economic growth plan, received a grant for $70,000 from the Greater Cincinnati Foundation.

Foundation Welcomes New Board Members and Staff

Greater Cincinnati Foundation — Wed, 19 May 2010 20:33:42 GMT

The Greater Cincinnati Foundation (GCF) welcomes three new Governing Board members.

Foundation to Recognize Outstanding Volunteer Couple

Greater Cincinnati Foundation — Wed, 19 May 2010 20:21:28 GMT

The Greater Cincinnati Foundation (GCF) will present the 2009 Jacob E. Davis Volunteer Leadership Award to William and Susan Friedlander at its Annual Luncheon on Tuesday, September 22, 2009. Mr. and Mrs. Friedlander are being recognized for their individual and combined contributions to many local institutions.

Weathering the Economic Storm Fund Announces $670,000 in Support for Child & Family-Focused Organizations

Greater Cincinnati Foundation — Thu, 20 May 2010 13:22:22 GMT

Greater Cincinnati funders continue to support organizations providing critical services during these difficult times through the Weathering the Economic Storm Fund. The Fund has announced its third round of grants, totaling $670,000, to 38 groups focused on Early Childhood Education and Family Shelters/Services.

Weathering the Economic Storm Fund Helps Stabilize Arts Groups

Greater Cincinnati Foundation — Thu, 20 May 2010 13:19:01 GMT

Greater Cincinnati funders joined together to help arts and culture organizations stabilize operations during tough economic times. The funders established the Weathering the Economic Storm Fund to help both individuals and nonprofits reduce the devastating effects of the economic downturn.

Almost $1 Million in Grants Awarded to Address Economic Crisis

Greater Cincinnati Foundation — Wed, 19 May 2010 21:09:22 GMT

The first grants from the Weathering the Economic Storm Fund were announced today by The Greater Cincinnati Foundation and its partners.

Foundation Tackles Economic Downturn

Greater Cincinnati Foundation — Wed, 19 May 2010 20:40:25 GMT

The Greater Cincinnati Foundation (GCF) today announced a strategic community-wide response to the economic crisis. The Foundation has committed a minimum of $1 million, gathered other funders to commit more than $800,000 and has invited individual donors to join in the effort.