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.
As tax season draws to a close, we're reminded of the benefits of Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) that offer ease and flexibility for donors to maximize their impact and eliminate donation-tracking stress by streamlining their charitable contributions through one giving vehicle.
Lisa Jolley, JD, CAP®, Senior Director of Donor Services, lays out a number of scenarios that indicate it might be time to initiate the charitable conversation, as well as helpful approaches to consider.
The Columbus Foundation’s Governing Committee approved a $500,000 grant to LifeCare Alliance to provide critical operating support, with a focus on its Meals-on-Wheels program, which serves more than 7,000 meals a day across five central Ohio counties.