For more than 75 years, the Foundation has served as the vehicle through which thousands of people have expressed their own ideals and optimism through philanthropic investment in our community. While the work continues, and the hills to climb remain steep, we applaud the generosity of our donors’ commitment to our community and those who call it home.

Most people are uncomfortable talking about grief and loss. So why should professional advisors do it?

Browse our recent press releases, award-winning annual reports, community research reports, newsletters, and more.

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From responding to the spread of COVID-19 in our community to decreasing the digital divide and expanding equity and opportunity for central Ohio youth, The Columbus Foundation's Emergency Response Funds support Franklin County nonprofit organizations as they work to meet urgent community needs.

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.

The Columbus Foundation is transitioning to a new technology platform designed to further strengthen our provision of service, community information, and financial reporting to you. As part of that transition, we’ve created a guide and other resources to help those who manage funds navigate the Fund Portal.