Greater Cincinnati Foundation's Core Values

Trust

Because relationships are our most important resource.

We honor everyone’s rights and opinions and treat each person with dignity and respect. We build trust through humility by listening first, respecting different voices, searching for ways to continuously learn, and building lasting relationships and partnerships.

Generosity

Because generosity builds a stronger community.

Generosity fuels our work. It is about giving our time, talent and treasure to serve others. We root our work in grace, recognizing and uplifting our colleagues, donors, partners and all those lives we exist to improve.

Growth

Because we are always a work in progress.

We approach our work with the intent to grow both as individuals and as an organization. We recognize that impact grows as assets grow, so we think big and stay driven. Each of us commits to continuous learning so the community can benefit from our collective advancement.

Equity

Because one size really doesn’t fit all.

Equity is embedded into everything we do — and it is central to creating a community where each person has a fair opportunity to thrive. We practice equity from the inside out, walking our talk with trust, humility and dedication. We honor the voices of our partners and community members, respect differences, and meet the needs of people and organizations where they are.