GCF’s 10-year strategic plan
Our shared vision for the region

Unlocking the potential of Greater Cincinnati
GCF, in partnership with donors, is investing $1 billion into the community over the next decade, fueling an audacious vision and future where everyone has an opportunity to thrive.
Invested alongside donors to advance a thriving region
$1 Billion
GCF’s investment in education, housing, and community and cultural vibrancy
$150 Million
The strategic plan was built from the ground up, incorporating diverse voices from the community
500+ voices
Driving measureable outcomes
From vision to impact
Our investment comes with a promise: accountability. We are working alongside key partners to identify measurable indicators of community well being and track our region’s growth.
GCF will play a more active and focused role to drive greater impact and equitable outcomes in the following critical areas.
Every child deserves the chance to succeed, and meaningful change in student outcomes requires evidence-based solutions. Our approach targets two pivotal moments in a student’s journey: early literacy and future pathways.

Safe, affordable and stable housing is key to a thriving community. GCF will continue to tackle the urgent need to develop and preserve homes people can afford. Nurses, teachers, firefighters and working families deserve an opportunity to live where they work –free from rising costs and displacement.

A dynamic region features healthy people and vibrant places where people want to stay, grow, and invest in their futures. From safe public places and accessible parks to behavioral health and wellness initiatives and a thriving arts and culture scene, GCF is investing in the foundations of community well-being.

Take a deep dive into GCF’s 10-year strategic plan
This is our moment to be bold, to dream big, and to take action. Together, let’s shape a Greater Cincinnati that isn’t just growing, but thriving.