February 2025

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February continues to bring challenges and uncertainly for nonprofits, there’s no denying that. What gets me up in the morning is knowing that we are working together to continue to make our communities better. Many partners and sponsors have asked what they can do to show their support. If you are a board member, friend, sponsor, or funder, please ask the nonprofits you support what they need. Your advocacy, additional time for scenario planning, a cup of coffee, moral support, cash – these are all things we need right now.

We will continue to find resources to share with our members to stay up to date. It’s hard to keep up with all the news but I’m summoning my Gallup “Input” strength to gather info for you and provide the highlights and opportunities for action. Here are a few resources for you to bookmark:



• National Council of Nonprofit: Executive Orders information page (updated regularly)
• Pro Bono Partnership of Ohio: 2025 Landscape: Resources for Nonprofits
• Independent Sector: Health of the U.S. Nonprofit Sector

Stay tuned for additional opportunities to network with each other and get timely updates from our expert partners.

We’re here for you,

Beth Benson

Executive Director

P.S. Late-breaking news - our colleagues at Pro Bono Partnership are holding a free webinar next week: Recent Executive Orders and Nonprofits: What We Know, What We Don't & How to Get Your House in Order

Thank you to all of our new and renewing members! Please extend a warm welcome to our brand-new Leadership Council members:

• Friends of Music Hall
• Soni Kastner
• Safer Birth Foundation



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Social Media Success On A Shoestring Budget

Feb. 20: In this practical workshop, you will learn how to effectively plan and manage your social media presence on a limited budget with limited resources. Presented by Mollie Newman and OneSource Center for Nonprofit Excellence.

How Non-Profits Safeguard Their Finances Against Uncertainty

March 13: Join Barnes Dennig for a 60-minute webinar to learn critical strategies to help you navigate uncertainty, build operational resilience, and lay the foundation for long-term success.  

Summertime Kids Greater Cincinnati Foundation Grants

Funding Focus: To support enriching activities and programs that encourage learning and/or development for children of all ages during the summer months.

Proposal Deadline: March 14

AI Business Summit Series: AI for Non-Profits Session

March 20: Discover how AI can support fundraising, assist in grant writing, enhance donor engagement, and streamline operations, allowing nonprofits to amplify their impact. 

Learning Links Greater Cincinnati Foundation Grants

Funding Focus: To provide engaging programs or events that support the educational success of children, from birth to 18 years of age, in classrooms, schools, or community spaces where children learn. 

Proposal Deadline: April 25

Thanks to these top-level sponsors who support Leadership Council’s work in 2025.  Click here to learn about becoming an annual or event sponsor in 2025.