The Dayton Foundation

The Dayton Foundation is a community foundation that has been helping people help others in the Greater Dayton Region since 1921. We provide unmatched services, resources, support and counsel to help individuals achieve their charitable giving goals; we assist other nonprofits by funding important initiatives and offering our expertise to help them operate more effectively; and we're helping build a better Dayton by identifying important issues and bringing together the people and organizations who can solve them. Whether you are an individual, financial advisor, nonprofit organization or someone wanting to make a difference, The Dayton Foundation can help you help others. Mission: We help you help others℠ through philanthropy and community leadership. The Dayton Foundation at a Glance (as of June 30, 2024) More than 25,000 grants totaling nearly $109 million awarded from all funds $67.5 million in new contributions $1.17 billion in assets More than 4,100 charitable funds