About GCF
The nonprofit community needs our support
Nonprofits across Greater Cincinnati are facing increased uncertainty and disruption. Federal funding cuts and financial market turbulence are putting additional strain on organizations that provide essential services to our neighbors. According to a recent nonprofit survey released by United Way, in partnership with GCF and Interact for Health, two out…
GCF unveils bold vision, unprecedented investments
The future isn’t something to wait for – it’s something we build together. That’s why Greater Cincinnati Foundation (GCF), alongside donors, is committing to an unprecedented investment of $1 billion in the region over the next decade, fueling an audacious vision and future where every individual has a fair opportunity…
United for a Stronger Community
One truth we all know about Greater Cincinnati: It is a strong community that thrives on connection. Our region is a close-knit community—where neighbors are not strangers. We support one another, share in each other’s joys, stand together in faith, and embrace an unwavering optimism for our future. This strong…
Meet Ellen G. van der Horst – Community Leader and GCF Governing Board Chair
Ellen G. van der Horst is the governing board chair of Greater Cincinnati Foundation (GCF), a philanthropist and a lifelong community servant. After graduating from the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania, Ellen moved to Cincinnati to accept a job at P&G, followed by remarkable leadership roles…