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Discover how The Gifts of Kindness Fund in The Giving Store lifts up families and individuals in our community.
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Spirit of the Day
Seeing the Broadway musical, Come From Away, Shirley Brooks Jones relived the kindness shown by a town following the attacks on 9/11.
Traveling to New York to see the Tony-nominated Broadway musical, Come From Away, Shirley Brooks-Jones relived the touching display of kindness and humanity shown by the people of Gander, Newfoundland when 38 planes were ordered to land unexpectedly following the attacks on 9/11. Shirley was instrumental in founding the Lewisporte Area Flight 15 Scholarship Fund at the Foundation to give back to the community that opened its arms to so many. Come From Away will be coming to Columbus in Spring 2019.
WE LOVE OUR
SMART + OPEN
COMMUNITY!
SMART + OPEN
COMMUNITY!
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Read The Big Table Report!
The Big Table on May 17 brought together approximately 5,000 people from more than 30 different cities in central Ohio for more than 450 conversations.
Read highlights of participant survey responses, the topics we talked about, and what we are learning together in The Big Table Report.
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“’Heart-work’ and moving people’s hearts is every bit as important a measure of success. It may, in fact, be the best measure.”
Big Table participants came together today to share their Big Table experiences and hear survey results. As participant Jillian Olinger said, “’heart-work’ and moving people’s hearts is every bit as important a measure of success. It may, in fact, be the best measure.”
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Continuing to talk, listen, and learn from one another in the face of hate is more important than ever.
Continuing to talk, listen, and learn from one another in the face of hate is more important than ever. Today, Big Table participants gathered to not only learn from the feedback about our Big Table conversations, but also to show their love for our community.
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LSS CHOICES’ new shelter will provide a safe and supportive space for individuals and families who are victims of domestic violence.
Breaking ground to address a community-wide need, LSS CHOICES’ new shelter will provide a safe and supportive space for individuals and families who are victims of domestic violence in Franklin County.
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It's Ohio Local Foods Week and National Farmers' Market Week! Where are you shopping?
It's Ohio Local Foods Week and National Farmers' Market Week! Where are you shopping?
Find a market close to you on this list compiled by The Ohio State University's by College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences.
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The training miles are done and the bikes are ready to roll. Good luck to all riders, volunteers, and participants in Pelotonia!
News
We welcome new staff members Amy Stearns Acton, M.D., and Matthew Martin who will focus on public health and neighborhood revitalization.
We welcome new staff members Amy Stearns Acton, M.D., and Matthew Martin who will focus on public health and neighborhood revitalization. Our new officers are part of the Foundation’s Community Research and Grants Management team.
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Jamming at PB & Jazz! All ages can enjoy a little music and dancing with Jazz Arts Group at Topiary Park.
All ages can enjoy a little music and dancing at PB & Jazz with Jazz Arts Group in Topiary Park.
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Volunteers help serve dinner at Community Shelter Board. Find a volunteer opportunity this month!
Volunteers help serve dinner at Community Shelter Board (CSB). Find a volunteer opportunity for yourself or for a group of friends or coworkers this August.