Connections Fund
A nonprofit fundraiser supporting
Richland County FoundationInspiring philanthropy among emerging philanthropists while catalyzing change through grantmaking.
$1,920
raised by 14 people
$5,000 goal
Connections: Yesterday - Today Tomorrow
The Connections Fund was established in 2004 to encourage philanthropy from a younger donor base, however, today the focus of the fund aims to meet emerging donors where they are in their philanthropic journey while impacting the Richland County community through grantmaking and volunteerism.
An advisory committee acts as the governing body for the fund, working closely with the Richland County Foundation staff and board to guide grantmaking and other philanthropic goals. The committee is comprised of professionals, community leaders, and citizens with a desire to give back to their community.
Following restructuring and in-depth conversations about community impact through grantmaking and volunteering, Connections announced a proactive grant focus on Youth, Mentorship, and Education.
2024 Grantee:
Volunteering
Recognizing the inherent need nonprofit organizations have for volunteers, the committee aims to engage in physical volunteer opportunities at least once a quarter. Since the beginning of this year, committee members have:
- Bartended at Altrusa’s Spring Bash,
- Welcomed vendors and students at the NCSC Job & Internship Fair,
- Lead conversations at area middle schools through the Junior Achievement: Destination Career event (2023 Connections Fund Grant recipient)
- Served a community meal at Wayfinders Ohio.
Your donation in support of the Connections Fund will be influential in further building the endowed fund and expanding Connections' grantmaking possibilities.