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Greater Cincinnati Foundation

We connect generous people with trusted nonprofits.

Through partnerships with generous individuals and organizations, GCF is paving a new path forward for our region—harnessing the power of philanthropy, partnership, and accountability to scale solutions that match the potential of our community.

Strategic plan

GCF’s total investment in partnership with donors to advance a thriving region

$1 Billion

GCF’s investment in three critical areas: education, housing, and community and cultural vibrancy

$150 Million

Our strategic plan was built from the ground up, incorporating diverse voices from the community

500+ Voices

Together, we all rise. Watch our video to discover the story behind who we are, the values that drive us, and how we’re making a meaningful difference. The future is not something we wait for—it is something we 
build together.

The future starts now

Together, we can shape a Greater Cincinnati that isn’t just growing; it’s thriving. Are you in?

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GCF connects donor passions with community needs to make a lasting impact in our region.

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Impact story

At Findlay Market, community comes to life—now donors are helping ensure this iconic space thrives for generations to come.

Discover how donors are shaping the future of Findlay Market

Impact story

Emergency Shelter of Northern Kentucky meets people where they are — fulfilling basic, urgent needs with low‑barrier services that prioritize dignity and create pathways to hope, autonomy, and long‑term change.

Read how one organization is turning compassion into lasting change

Opportunity for all

GCF is working to make a significant and sustainable impact in three critical areas: education, housing, and community and cultural vibrancy.

Strategic priorities Smiling woman embraces a young girl from behind, both standing in a kitchen with fruit and food visible on the counter in the background
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  • June 1, 2026

Some people spend retirement enjoying a tropical paradise. Others focus on making a difference. Bob Coughlin is doing both, working to create change in the two places he calls home…

  • May 27, 2026

At Findlay Market, community comes to life—now donors are helping ensure this iconic space thrives for generations to come.

  • May 26, 2026

GCF, in partnership with the City of Cincinnati, has awarded $702,500 in BOTG Fund grants to 35 local nonprofits working to strengthen neighborhoods and improve the quality of life for…

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  • May 20, 2026

The Endow Kentucky Tax Credit program offers a state tax credit of up to 20% for charitable gifts made to endowments held at qualified community foundations for the benefit of…

  • May 18, 2026

CLATs are gaining attention as IRS guidance highlights new flexibility—offering tax-efficient giving, estate planning benefits, and more room to adapt.

  • April 10, 2026

It’s the perfect time to reassess your charitable giving—learn three common tax mistakes donors make and how GCF can help you plan more tax‑efficient, impactful giving year‑round.

  • April 8, 2026

GCF launched "Homes for the Future" at SparkHaus, the first in a three‑part series examining housing, health, and education in our region.

  • April 7, 2026

For business owners preparing for an exit, contributing closely held business interests to a donor advised fund can be a tax‑efficient strategy that also supports long‑term legacy goals.

  • March 17, 2026

Emergency Shelter of Northern Kentucky meets people where they are — fulfilling basic, urgent needs with low‑barrier services that prioritize dignity and create pathways to hope, autonomy, and long‑term change.

  • March 13, 2026

As part of GCF’s commitment to expanding housing opportunities, Director of Housing and Place-Based Initiatives Ron Stubblefield will attend the 2026 Just Economy Conference.

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720 E. Pete Rose Way, Suite 120
Cincinnati, OH 45202

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