The Harmony Project was established in 2010 as a way to bring neighbors and neighborhoods together to sing, serve, and share.

Tom Katzenmeyer and Karen Bell feel the arts community in central Ohio is more efficient, collaborative, and welcoming than ever—and poised to reach new heights in the coming years.

Adaptive Sports Connection strives to make sports and outdoor recreation accessible to all.

What a way to close out 2018! It was an auspicious weekend, to be sure, and I continue to marvel and be grateful for our unparalleled Team. On Saturday, December 29, catalyzed by The Columbus Foundation’s Big Explore Day, we hosted an earth-shattering 20,740 guests in our building between the hours of 9:30 am – 7:00 pm. This staggering and unprecedented performance was not just evidenced by the ridiculously large number of individuals that we greeted and supported throughout our busiest day in the history of COSI (closest second was a now paltry 12, 000…) but it was the context and spirit of Saturday’s attendance that guarantee its place etched on the annals of history.

On the heels of Thanksgiving, and heading into the holiday season, we are reminded of the importance of giving. Today is Giving Tuesday, a day to reflect on what we have and commit to helping others. Vice President for Community Research and Grants Management Dan Sharpe shares three reasons to participate in this global day of giving to help strengthen our local nonprofits—and create a better community for all.

The Columbus Foundation’s recent Celebration of Philanthropy events recognized donors, nonprofit organizations, and all individuals who are working to move our community forward. The Philanthropy Awards announced at the events honor those who lead with purpose, thoughtfulness, and a commitment to building a strong and connected community.

Matt Martin, Director, Community Research, had a chance to sit down with Trabian Shorters, a New York Times bestselling author and international thought leader, to learn more about his work, and how Asset-Framing® is empowering organizations, businesses, and individuals to re-frame the way they think and talk about people.

Strengthening our community's social fabric begins with forging meaningful connections and relationships. On the blog, Kate Oliphint, Director of the Center for HumanKindness at The Columbus Foundation, discusses the powerful role of social connections on individual and community well-being.