Connecting People with Purpose
As the region’s leading community foundation, Greater Cincinnati Foundation (GCF) connects people with purpose in an eight-county region in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana. We are nimble, resourceful, and community driven. We are leading the charge toward a more vibrant Greater Cincinnati for everyone — now, and for generations to come.
Change is sparked when people come together — in partnership, collaboration and generosity. Our role is to align the right players. Then, coordinate their efforts and contributions in a way that creates the most substantial impact. This change starts with you.
Since 1963, we have been inspired by your passion and generosity – it fuels our work. Thank you for your unwavering commitment to our community.
Our History
In 1963, a group of Greater Cincinnati business people became captivated by the success community foundations in other cities were enjoying. They decided to bring that success to Cincinnati.
Meanwhile, the board of the Fresh Air and Convalescent Aid Society, founded in 1884 as an organization that gave women and children living in crowded tenements an opportunity to escape cramped living quarters for two weeks in the summer, realized its mission had become outdated.
Soon after, The Fresh Air and Convalescent Aid Society disbanded. In need of an alternative charitable use for its $600,000 endowment, local business leaders and the Fresh Air Board came together in search of a solution. Greater Cincinnati Foundation was born, and The Fresh Air and Convalescent Aid Society’s funding became GCF’s first unrestricted fund.
Brand Hub
For over 55 years, we have been leading our community and addressing the region’s greatest needs.
Promise
Amplifying the power and potential giving.
Positioning
Greater Cincinnati Foundation empowers lasting and meaningful impact by putting you at the center of our region’s most pivotal developments.
Logos
Download our logos below. For questions about logo types or press releases, contact our Marketing team at marketing@gcfdn.org or call 513-241-2880.
When possible, please link our logo to www.gcfdn.org.
Watch tonight's premiere of Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio's televised event of The 27th Annual Glorifying the Lions Ceremony on WLWT at 7 pm. This even recognizes community leaders who have reached 65 years and distinguished themselves in their personal and professional lives.
Do you want to be part of leading the charge toward a more vibrant and equitable region?
Our team is expanding and we are hiring for a Data Manager who will be a gatekeeper to the data & systems and maintain a reliable database to support the organization’s learning and growth.
Apply at gcfdn.org/careers
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Realize the potential of an equitable economy. Next week, The Women's Fund of The Greater Cincinnati Foundation will host a free webinar presenting their research and discussion with community experts on April 12 at 2 pm. Register below
Looking for a rewarding career fueled by purpose?
Our team is expanding and we are looking for an Accounting Manager who will provide strong analysis, lead significant accounting projects to completion and support GCF's mission.
Apply today at gcfdn.org/careers
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Thanks to Graydon for highlighting Greater Cincinnati Foundation in the Iconic Conversation series. Watch the conversation to learn about GCF's history and recent events.
Our region has lost a great business, civic and philanthropic leader. Ralph Drees will be remembered for his tremendous community contributions. GCF was fortunate to partner with him and delighted to award him and Irmaleen with the very first Devou Cup in 2004. The Drees family is in our hearts and thoughts.
Are you looking for a rewarding career fueled by purpose? We are hiring an Associate, Racial Equity Matters who will be pro-active with event coordination regarding the Racial Equity Matters series, presented by bi3.
Apply at gcfdn.org/careers
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“A lot of the issues we’re facing as a community aren’t new. The pandemic is just shining a light on where we need to shift our attention.” — Robert Killins Jr., GCF Director, Special Initiatives
How did Connect Our Students, in collaboration with Cincinnati Bell and Cincinnati Public Schools, support educational success for youth in our region during the pandemic?
Learn here: http://ow.ly/va2O50E6muL
Join us in solidarity as we celebrate International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination today. GCF supports racial equity through our mission and initiatives such as All-In Cincinnati, Giving Black Cincinnati, Housing Our Future and Racial Equity Matters, presented by bi3. If you're interested in local racial equity initiatives and opportunities for change, visit: gcfdn.org
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This week, the community lost a member of Greater Cincinnati Foundation's family, Paul Sittenfeld. Paul's legacy of volunteering on multiple community boards throughout Cincinnati included GCF's Governing Board from 1993-2001. We extend our sympathies to the Sittenfeld family.
(Photo source: www.cincinnati.com)