The Spirit of Columbus Award, affectionately known as The Jerries®, was established in 2013 to honor aviatrix Jerrie Mock, a visionary who ignored the doubts of others and blazed into history as the first woman to fly solo around the world. That same undeniable spirit was evident in the recent collaborative effort to keep the Columbus Crew SC in Columbus. Since playing its first game in 1996, the Crew has become an important thread in the fabric of our city.
As we wrap up our 75th anniversary year, we honor our founders and celebrate just a few of the ways in which we came together over the past year to continue their hopeful quest.
As we celebrate Black History Month, we recognize the importance of not only paying tribute to the achievements and contributions of individuals who helped shape our country but also acknowledging the efforts underway to capture local Black history and bring it to life for generations to come. Here we take a brief look at the incredible history of Poindexter Village, one of the nation's first housing projects, and the efforts by the Poindexter Village Museum and Cultural Center to ensure the history and legacy of its residents are remembered.
Nancy Kramer’s leadership, positivity, entrepreneurial savvy, and counsel have been instrumental to The Columbus Foundation's incredible growth, helping to guide it through unprecedented times in the world. As her time with the Governing Committee concludes at the end of 2022, we wanted to capture a few closing thoughts.
Participating in The Big Table is easy and rewarding—but don’t just take our word for it. Donte Woods-Spikes, a Big Table Ambassador who has hosted numerous conversations, recently sat down with five members of the community to discuss the value of being part of The Big Table, as well as the lessons they’ve learned along the way.
The historic Pythian Temple on Columbus’ Near East Side is entering a new chapter. Maroon Arts Group has acquired the landmark to preserve its legacy as a hub for Black arts and culture while transforming it into the Maroon Culture Lab—an innovative space for creativity, collaboration, and community. Learn how this visionary nonprofit is restoring history and shaping the future.
This month’s At the Table blog features Dr. David Harrison, Spirit of Columbus® Award honoree and President of Columbus State, reflecting on the power of partnerships, expanding opportunity, and preparing central Ohio for the future.
The back-to-school season is in full swing—but for many central Ohio nonprofits, the important work of supporting students both inside and outside the classroom is year-round. This month, we spotlight one central Ohio nonprofit’s efforts to boost educational outcomes by providing clothing assistance to families in need.
Scholarships provide life-changing financial support to students and empower the next generation to pursue their dreams. As students return to school, we’re dedicating this edition of Charitable Insights to Scholarship Funds—how they work, who should start a fund, and their benefits for students—as well as for you and your clients.
Charitable giving is an important element of financial, tax, and legal planning, but with so many paths to choose from, it can be easy to get lost along the way. Brad Britton, Director of Planned Giving and General Counsel at The Columbus Foundation, explains how to map out a successful charitable plan—and the many options to consider along the way.