The Dayton Foundation

06/16/2026

Father’s Day is just around the corner, and many people are looking for ways to honor their loved ones. Michelle Lovely, senior vice president of Development and Donor Services for The Dayton Foundation, talks with Good Day Dayton about establishing a lasting charitable legacy to honor a family member, friend or even an educator who has impacted your life.

Watch:

DAYTON, Ohio (WKEF) -- Mother’s Day has passed and Father’s Day is just a week away many people are looking for ways to honor their loved ones.Michelle Lovely f

06/15/2026

This Juneteenth, our community is uniting in reflection, celebration and connection. Local organizations are hosting a variety of events this week to honor the day and its significance.

Join AACF Dayton on Wednesday, June 17, for its Annual Fundraising Breakfast Meeting. Learn more here: https://www.aacfdayton.org/.

Levitt Pavilion Dayton will host its sixth annual Juneteenth celebration Friday, June 19. For more details, visit: https://levittdayton.org/event/juneteenth-celebration-ft-brownstone/.

Dayton Metro Library will host events over the next couple of weeks at its branches, including crafting, discussions and more. Learn here: https://bit.ly/4xtXbuV.

06/13/2026

Celebrating 10 years of the Del Mar Encore Fellows Initiative.

Learn more about this leadership initiative of The Dayton Foundation: https://lnkd.in/gsbj65aD

06/11/2026

Whether you grew up watching Sesame Street, are a lover of classical music or stay informed by listening to All Things Considered, public media has impacted your life.

When the United States Congress voted in July 2025 to rescind two years of federal funding, which led to the dissolution of the Corporation of Public Broadcasting in January 2026, the impact was felt locally as well as nationally.

Dayton Foundation donors and supporters from across our region have been putting their hands to the plow to keep these programs that have impacted their lives around for the next generation.

Read how donors are helping keep their favorite programs on the air in our latest issue of Good News: https://www.daytonfoundation.org/Foundation-Donors-Help-Keep-Their-Favorite-Programs-on-the-Air

06/10/2026

The Greater Dayton Conservation Fund of The Dayton Foundation is pleased to announce the opening of its 2026 grant application cycle, offering funding opportunities for nonprofit organizations and community partners working to protect and enhance the natural environment throughout the Great Miami and Little Miami River watersheds.

Applications must be submitted by August 7, 2026. The fund will award a total of $100,000 to support innovative conservation projects across the 19-county Southwest Ohio region.

Deadline: August 7, 2026

Learn more:

(June 10, 2026) The Greater Dayton Conservation Fund (GDCF) of The Dayton Foundation is pleased to announce the opening…

06/09/2026

Many people are drawn to the Dayton Region for its landscapes and the presence of its rivers. Protecting these natural treasures so that future generations can experience the same sense of wonder requires the generosity of our donors like the late Irv Bieser.

For more than 40 years, Irv was both a philanthropist and environmentalist. He played a key role in preserving local river corridors, supporting Five Rivers MetroParks and advancing many conservation efforts. Through his Dayton Foundation fund, his legacy continues to help protect and enrich the community’s natural spaces today.

Visit our website to learn more about Irv Bieser’s legacy and the lasting difference he made: https://www.daytonfoundation.org/Irv-Beiser.

06/04/2026

The spring issue of Good News is out, and it includes stories and updates on great things happening around our region.

Take a moment to catch up on some of the good things happening in our region.

Read the latest issue of Good News: http://bit.ly/3VFHj4v.

06/03/2026

A big thank you to 4 Paws For Ability for recently visiting The Dayton Foundation and giving our staff the chance to engage with these incredible pups firsthand!

We loved learning more about how you train service dogs to support children and adults by:
🐶 encouraging connection to help reduce feelings of isolation;
🐶 offering reliable alerts and early warnings for a variety of health needs; and
🐶 so much more that makes their owners’ everyday life safer and more independent.

We’re grateful for the opportunity to see the nonprofit organizations our donors support in action and experience the difference they make!

06/01/2026

With the support of a $7,500 Greenlight Grant from The Dayton Foundation, Hope Road Organization is bringing youth and families together at the Hope Road Grow2Live Youth & Community Garden. Here, participants dig into gardening, discover the joys of healthy living and join in spirited games of kickball, tug-of-war and soccer.

Thanks to this grant, raised beds sprang up, fences took shape and the garden flourished with new soil, plants and essential materials. National Garden Week is next week, and this project is a great example of the impact a shared garden can have on youth and families.
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Nonprofits! If your organization is looking for funding to meet community needs, take a look at the upcoming grant opportunities.

🟠Discretionary Grants Application [Deadline: June 29, 2026]
🟢Basic Human Needs Grants Application [Opens: July 13, 2026]

For eligibility requirements and to apply, click here: https://www.daytonfoundation.org/grant-opportunities.

06/01/2026

Celebrating 10 years of the Del Mar Encore Fellows Initiative.