Philanthropy Ohio

Supporting policies to strengthen the charitable sector, improve local communities and lift up the ultimate beneficiaries of philanthropic resources. Philanthropy Ohio (poh) lead and equipped our members by: (1) bringing Philanthropy's voice to key external audiences including state and federal policy makers and through interaction with Ohio's statewide officials and cabinet staff, including serving on the Ohio attorney general's charitable advisory council; (2) advocating for state policy reform in education, health and housing through member-driven coalitions; (3) advocating for state and federal policy reform related to charitable giving and the philanthropic sector through our member-driven public policy committee.

Engaging people in meaningful conversations, providing space for learning from each other, collaborating and strengthening relationships in order to amplify impact. Poh maintains several electronic listservs that allow members to interact with peers, posing questions and seeking advice. In 2023, poh members connected through the listservs, with 103 questions and answers provided. Peer groups met virtually and in person, organized by job role (scholarship managers, executive directors, etc.) And interests (equity peer groups, education funders, etc. ).

Sharing the wisdom from local experts, national thought leaders and peers through programs and knowledge resources that improve philanthropic practices. In 2023, poh offered 80 programs, serving over 1,700 participants, including the Philanthropy forward '23 conference. In addition to the annual conference, poh offered programs in core competency areas (communications, finance & investments, governance, grantmaking, etc.) And by job position (scholarship managers, executive directors, etc.) And interest areas (equity peer groups, education funders, etc.). Poh also enhanced knowledge by answering 53 requests for information in 2023 and producing 133 newsletters and specialized publications including a region- and ohio-specific compensation report and the Ohio gives report.