THE GREATER CINCINNATI FOUNDATION
Cincinnati, OH, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
31-0669700
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DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
Cincinnati, OH, US
•
501(c)3
•
EIN
31-0669700
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•
DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
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The Greater Cincinnati Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that awarded a total of $184.4 million in grants to 3,304 grantees in 2024, primarily focusing on Ohio, Virginia, and New York. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
AS A TRUSTED AND CONNECTED PARTNER, WE INSPIRE GENEROUS PEOPLE TO INVEST IN A MORE EQUITABLE AND VIBRANT REGION NOW AND FOR GENERATIONS TO COME.
Cause Areas
1
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
United Way of Greater Cincinnati
$66.5M
6%
THE NATURE CONSERVANCY
$60.1M
5%
CONSERVATION INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION
$50.5M
4%
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Total No. of Grants
1.4K
Median 1st year grant
$12.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$15.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE GREATER CINCINNATI FOUNDATION?
No. THE GREATER CINCINNATI FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE GREATER CINCINNATI FOUNDATION give?
THE GREATER CINCINNATI FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Ohio, Virginia, and New York. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE GREATER CINCINNATI FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE GREATER CINCINNATI FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $13 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE GREATER CINCINNATI FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE GREATER CINCINNATI FOUNDATION awarded about 1,410 grants, totaling nearly $184.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE GREATER CINCINNATI FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE GREATER CINCINNATI FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 3,300 grantees. Recent grantees include United Way of Greater Cincinnati, THE NATURE CONSERVANCY, and CONSERVATION INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE GREATER CINCINNATI FOUNDATION?
THE GREATER CINCINNATI FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.