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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…

In a once-abandoned corner of the historic Walnut Hills Business District, a new first-of-its-kind mural by world-renowned artist Charles Gaines stands proudly against the backdrop of downtown Cincinnati. At the base of the mural – which highlights indigenous cottonwood trees – is a public greenspace, featuring ample space for seating,…

Life insurance can play an important in your estate and financial plans. More than half of GenX and Baby Boomers hold life insurance policies, and annual payouts from these policies total nearly $800 billion! What you might not know, though, is that life insurance can be a very effective charitable…

Having an adequate supply of diapers is essential for the mental and physical health of babies and their families. In Greater Cincinnati, there are at least 16,000 diaper-wearing children experiencing diaper need each month. Sweet Cheeks Diaper Bank is a lifeline for so many loving families who rely on diaper…

The Jacob E. Davis Volunteer Leadership Award is presented annually by Greater Cincinnati Foundation to honor volunteers who stand out because of their leadership, vision, creativity and generosity of spirit. Jacob E. Davis was GCF’s first Governing Board chairman and the Foundation’s volunteer director from 1978 until 1987. Pete Strange,…

Are you thinking about your year-end giving? Here are three important reminders for year-end charitable giving. As always, your philanthropic advisor at Greater Cincinnati Foundation (GCF) is happy to work with you to achieve your charitable goals. Give stock. Evaluate your highly-appreciated stock positions and use these assets to give…

Greater Cincinnati Foundation (GCF), the region’s leading community foundation, connects generous people with trusted nonprofits to create a vibrant tri-state where every person has a fair opportunity to thrive. By partnering with GCF as your philanthropic advisor, you can make a difference in our community through charitable giving while maximizing…

Men of Honor is a community celebration honoring the accomplishments of extraordinary African American men. This year’s distinguished honorees include Dr. Jonathan Brown, Darryl Haley, Max Langenkamp, Roddell McCullough, and Greater Cincinnati Foundation’s (GCF) very own, Robert Killins Jr. Robert is a beloved family man, mentor, coworker, philanthropist, and community…

Each day our lives begin and end in the place we call home. Greater Cincinnati Foundation (GCF) recognizes the positive and transformative impact that safe, affordable, and quality housing can make on individuals and families. As a community foundation, GCF is committed to creating a vibrant region by investing in…

As you consider your year-end giving strategy, are you thinking about transferring cash, or ideally appreciated stock, to your donor advised fund? By doing so, you can maximize tax benefits and support the charities you love. Donor advised funds are an incredibly important component of your giving plan, but there…

Over 42% of Americans own an IRA. In many cases, IRAs–especially for people who have rolled over one or more employer retirement plans–represent a significant portion of a household’s net worth. When it comes to charitable planning, your IRA may offer some of the best opportunities to support the causes…

Greater Cincinnati Foundation (GCF) is the region’s leading community foundation, bringing together people who care about a diverse range of causes and have a shared goal: to create a stronger, more vibrant community now and in the future in the tri-state region. If you’re a professional advisor, GCF can partner…

Early education is one of the critical determinants for high school graduation and college or workforce readiness. It’s one of GCF’s strategic focuses to partner with quality early education program providers to provide access to quality educators and early education programs.

Whether the matter at hand is tax planning, updating wills and trusts, or structuring retirement portfolios, the mix of money, family and mortality is a potent combination that almost always creates an emotionally charged planning environment. Advisors can occasionally feel reluctant to bring up charitable giving during client meetings, even…

As community events start ramping up this fall and your clients attend fundraising events for their favorite charities, it is important to be clear on IRS rules for giving to events through donor advised funds (DAFs). Your client may ask: “We wanted to buy a table at the fall gala…

Are you ready to make a difference in our community while maximizing your tax savings? A donor advised fund is a simple, flexible, tax-advantageous tool for granting to your favorite nonprofit organizations and causes. By partnering with Greater Cincinnati Foundation (GCF), the leading community foundation in the region, as your…