(In continuation of Community Foundations week, we are sharing fun facts about community foundations and our work.) Community foundations have acted as a force for change for 103 years. Though the first community foundation was launched 100 years ago in Cleveland, Ohio, today there are more than 780 community foundations in the U.S.
Central Ohio is home to many, includingĀ Bexley Community Foundation,Ā Delaware County Foundation,Ā Hilliard Community Foundation,Ā Licking County Foundation,Ā The New Albany Community Foundation,Ā Pickaway County Community Foundation,Ā Union County Foundation, andĀ Upper Arlington Community Foundation.
The Columbus Foundation is currently the eighth largest community foundation in the country and was founded in 1943.
The Columbus Foundation is working to captureĀ The Spirit of ColumbusĀ through images that showcase the determination, dedication, and commitment of people in our smart + open community. Be sure to check outĀ columbusfoundation.orgĀ and follow along onĀ FacebookĀ as we continue to celebrate The Spirit of Columbus through photography. You can also tune in on Twitter orĀ Instagram.