Through the sale of services or products, revenue fuels other programming opportunities for the nonprofit. Funding is available to support social enterprises operated by nonprofits.

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.

Through the Emergency Response Fund II and the Center for Change Management, The Columbus Foundation is helping local nonprofits navigate urgent needs, build capacity, and remain resilient in a changing environment.

The Emergency Response Fund II is open to investment from our donor community to help us support nonprofits offering critical support to thousands of all ages in central Ohio.

Since 2012, Besa has been dedicated to connecting people to community service in Columbus. It collaborates with local nonprofits to help spread awareness of ongoing volunteer opportunities, as well as to help find volunteers to support specific service projects. In 2024, Besa partnered with 185 nonprofits and, since its founding, the organization has recruited more than 100,000 volunteers to support 13,000 service projects.

For many, the name White Castle is synonymous with hamburger sliders and restaurants that resemble castles. But for central Ohio nonprofits and White Castle team members across the country, the name holds a far deeper meaning. It’s a family business that values giving back to the community and invests in educational opportunities to help people achieve their dreams.