The Columbus Foundation

This month, we’re celebrating the extraordinary collective impact of Donor Advised Funds. Wanting to be more thoughtful, strategic, and impactful with their giving, Stephanie and Joel Shaw established the Shaw Family Fund at The Columbus Foundation in 2021. Through their fund, the Shaws express their love for the community and support the causes closest to their hearts. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gz3mAdMi.

In 2023, more than?$257.5 million?in grants was awarded through Donor Advised Funds at The Columbus Foundation, supporting everything from the arts to education and community health! These funds empower passionate donors to make a lasting impact on the causes they care about most. Learn how Donor Advised Funds continue to strengthen our community in this month’s At the Table blog: https://lnkd.in/gm3RjbrK.

Hopefully, you walked away from last week's Big Table conversations with a heart full of inspiration and ideas. Now let's take that energy and turn it into action! ?? ?? Whether your Big Table sparked plans for a neighborhood cleanup, a block party, or new community connections, each step brings us closer to a kinder, more connected future.?? ?? Share your stories and ideas, and let's continue building a stronger community—together. Tell us about your experience during The Big Table? at https://lnkd.in/gw93AcWP.

"Children learn in environments where they feel accepted and challenged." At Mansion Day School, one of the 5 Nonprofits to Watch in 2024, students thrive in a disciplined yet nurturing environment guided by a rigorous, multicultural curriculum. This school is more than just a place of learning—it's a transformative space that prepares students for lifelong success. Hear from Quinn and his family as they share their journey at Mansion Day School and how its commitment to excellence helped Quinn unlock his full potential. Discover more at https://lnkd.in/gNEGZMmC.

Thank you for being a part of #TheBigTable! Whether you hosted, attended a public event, or helped spread the word, YOU made a difference. The connections we made brought us closer together and are helping to build a stronger community. Let’s keep the conversations going! ?? We’d love to hear about your experience! Please take a moment to fill out the survey and help make future Big Tables even better: https://lnkd.in/gw93AcWP.

Big Table conversations are happening across our community, bringing people together to share stories, learn from one another, and build stronger connections.?? ?? Be present, listen with an open heart, and enjoy connecting with those around you. Thank you for being part of this community-wide effort! ? ? ?? Keep the conversation going—share your insights and photos using #TheBigTable.

The sunrise Big Table conversation at the Grange Insurance Audubon Center was just the beginning! Thank you to all who joined us for such a powerful start to this day of connection and dialogue. Let’s keep this energy going and continue the important discussions happening all over central Ohio today. #TheBigTable

Rise and shine—it's Big Table Day! We hope you're as excited as we are for the day of community-wide conversation, during which neighbors come together to share experiences and build connections. ? ? Spread the word about the important topics you discussed by sharing them on social media using #TheBigTable!? ? Together, we can create a community built on dialogue, understanding, and kindness!

The countdown is on! Just 24 hours until The Big Table?—a community-wide day of conversation and kindness designed to bring us closer together. Have you found your table? Check out this list of nonprofit-hosted tables created by the Human Service Chamber of Franklin County, or discover public tables near you at thebigtable.org.

Just two days away! Get ready to make new friends and share your stories during The Big Table? this Wednesday, September 25. There's still time to find a table and help create a more connected and compassionate central Ohio through conversation. ?? Everyone has a seat at the table. Explore tables and topics to join at thebigtable.org!