The Columbus Foundation’s Summer Fellowship offers college students and recent graduates a powerful opportunity to gain hands-on nonprofit experience, build professional skills, and contribute to meaningful community projects. Read the latest blog to hear from current and past Fellows—and learn how eligible students can apply for the 2026 cohort.
Conscious Capitalism is a philosophy based on the idea that, when practiced consciously, business can elevate humanity, enabling people to flourish and lead lives infused with passion, purpose, love, and creativity. It’s an inspiring notion: business as a force for good.
Since COVID-19, there's been an increased sense of urgency and a desire for an immediate response to our collective situation. Prospective donors continue to contact The Columbus Foundation to learn how to establish new charitable funds, financial advisors continue to refer charitably-inclined clients, corporations are inquiring about employee assistance programs, and existing donors direct grant support to help their favorite charities—the spirit of giving in response to great need is inspiring.
In this issue of Charitable Insights, Hilary Stone, MBA, CAP®, Senior Advisor for Donor Services at The Columbus Foundation, outlines the date of gift rules for various assets and delivery methods.
On July 4, President Trump signed into law H.R. 1, which included several provisions that will have an impact on charitable giving. The changes go into effect in the tax years beginning after December 31, 2025.
Join us in celebrating World Kindness Day with 10 Days of Kindness! Discover daily acts of kindness, engage with our community, and help us build a kinder world. Spread positivity and make a difference November 13-22.
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