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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…

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…

Every other year, city blocks in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky transform into a magical display of light, color, community and art. BLINK, the nation’s largest immersive arts and light festival in its 4th installment, is poised to put on its best show yet, with over 2 million people in attendance….

One of many items on the legislative “watch list” is the standard deduction. In 2026 the standard deduction for individual taxpayers younger than age 65 is scheduled to drop from $14,600 to $8,300 without intervening legislation. While this may spell higher taxes for some taxpayers, the news could be positive…

Throughout Greater Cincinnati Foundation (GCF)’s 60-year history, we have had the privilege of partnering with a multitude of dedicated and generous people. Together, our impact has been truly extraordinary, resulting in over $1.69 billion in grants for nonprofits and an immeasurable amount of volunteer hours. We proudly recognize three of…

John Domaschko is a beloved member of the community, Greater Cincinnati Foundation (GCF) governing board member, retired CPA, and so much more. John attended the University of Cincinnati and obtained degrees in economics and accounting. After returning to Cincinnati from Germany where John was stationed in the army, he established…

As I take stock of my first year leading Greater Cincinnati Foundation, I am amazed by the power and promise of our community. The power to change lives. The power to forge compelling partnerships and work together across sectors. The power to dream big as we tackle entrenched issues and…

The Ohio Newsroom collaborates with multiple public media organizations to deliver local news across the state. An outstanding 95% of Ohioans live within range of a public radio signal, making The Ohio Newsroom, with its free news coverage, a highly accessible form of news media. This innovative setup taps into…