As a clearinghouse of information on philanthropy, OGF collects and disseminates information on a wide range of topics related to philanthropy and charitable giving. Our newsletter and other publications are essential tools for both new and seasoned grantmakers, helping you stay informed about trends and activities in the regional grantmaking community. 





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OGF Annual Reports
2006 Annual Report

Informed Action: Transforming information into knowledge that can be used by grantmakers to fulfill their charitable goals.


2005 Annual Report

Telling Our Story: Reflecting on the Past Year


2004 Annual Report

Reviewing 2004: Events, Members and Financial Reports


Ohio: State of Philanthropy
State of Homegrown Philanthropy, 2007

In this report you will see the details, nuances and trends that show a deeper, richer, more complex picture of Ohio's homegrown philanthropic landscape.


Ohio: State of Philanthropy, 2006

Provides the most current data available on giving in Ohio and takes a look at the first five years of the new century, discerning giving trends and patterns while also presenting new perspectives on philanthropy's valued tradition.


Ohio: The State of Philanthropy Report, 2005

Provides an overview of charitable giving in the Buckeye state. Information includes individual giving, foundation assets, funding interests, grantmaking and special initiatives.


Ohio: The State of Philanthropy 2004


Ohio: The State of Philanthropy, 2003


Issue Briefings
Mental Health, October 2006

Provides an overview of mental health data, policies and funder initiatives.


Philanthropy and Economic Development Resource Monograph, 2006

Provides private funders with a compendium of resources on economic development.


Early Childhood Education, October 2005

Provides information on the state of early childhood education in Ohio and the issues that need to be addressed.  


Energy, October 2005

Provides information about Ohio's energy sources, usage, policies and initiatives as well as the challenges and opportunities that lay ahead.


Health, October 2005

Provides a glimpse into health status and trends for Ohio's adult and children populations.


Ohio Grantmaking Outlook
Grantmaking Outlook 2008


OGF Publications
Priorities, Partnerships and Philanthropy: Improving Public Education for Ohio’s Future

A briefing paper on OGF's regional meetings.


OGF: The Nonprofit Back Office Assistant

Ohio Grantmakers Forum offers back office services for small nonprofits to increase their effectiveness and efficiency.


2006 Ohio Community Foundation Directory


Executive Summary: Education for Ohio's Future


Education for Ohio's Future

Description: Overview of the status of education in Ohio.


Guide for Foundation Board Members


CD-ROM Guide to Ohio Grantmakers

searchable CD on Ohio's 3,000 foundations.


Private Trustees/Public Trust: Private Foundation Trustee Compensation in Ohio


Charitable Law: Guide for Ohio Grantmaking Foundations


Recent Publications

Transfer of Wealth Executive Summary

State of Homegrown Philanthropy, 2007

Other Publications of Interest

OGF: The Nonprofit Back Office Assistant
Ohio Grantmakers Forum offers back office services for small nonprofits to increase their effectiveness and efficiency.

OGF Publications Order Form

Self-dealing: Critical issues for private foundations
Topics covered include: definitions of self-dealing and disqualified person; most common problem areas; penalties for violations; exceptions; and recommended steps for foundations in handling self-dealing issues.

10 Common Errors to Avoid in Completing a Private Foundation’s 990-PF: A Guide for Tax Preparers
This document was created with What You Should Know Before Signing Your Organization’s Form 990-PF: A Guide for Foundation Officers by the Forum of Regional Grantmakers and member regional associations to assist foundation in the completion of the 990-PF form.

What You Should Know Before Signing Your Organization’s Form 990-PF: A Guide for Foundation Officers
This document was created with 10 Common Errors to Avoid in Completing a Private Foundation’s 990-PF: A Guide for Tax Preparers by the Forum of Regional Grantmakers and member regional associations to assist foundation in the completion of the 990-PF form.

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