THE CULTURE OF GIVING BEGAN WITH A LIBRARY COLLABORATION
In what was the first major Foundation initiative, New Albany Community Foundation donors helped make the public library in New Albany a reality. In collaboration with the Columbus Metropolitan Library, the Foundation raised more than $1.2 million toward the book collections and materials for the new library, […]
The New Albany Community Foundation started with the simple, yet forward-thinking goal of helping to build a connected community. Now, as we reflect on the past 25 years, we realize the impact we’ve had. And recognize that it was all made possible by the generosity of the people who call New Albany home.
THE NEW ALBANY CENTER FOR CIVIL DISCOURSE AND DEBATE FUND
The New Albany Center for Civil Discourse and Debate was established in 2018 by Phil, Barb and Anna Derrow to create opportunities for students and community members to listen to and participate in debates about important civic issues in a civil manner. The Center has presented […]
NEW ALBANY SCHOOLS EXTRA-CURRICULAR SCHOLARSHIP FUND
In 2014, when financial pressures forced the school district to implement higher participation fees for extra-curricular activities, a handful of New Albany families established a scholarship fund at the Foundation to help students in need. Their generosity ensured that all students had access to extra-curricular activities. The scholarships were administered […]
THE STUDENT LECTURE SERIES FUND
Through the generous support of hundreds of Foundation donors, students from across central Ohio have the opportunity to interact with some of the most influential thought leaders of our time. To date, more than 14,000 students have interacted with accomplished leaders such as Condoleezza Rice, Walter Isaacson, Dr. Sanjay Gupta, Peggy […]
THE NEW ALBANY WELL-BEING CONNECTION
Incidences of teenage depression, anxiety and suicide have been on the rise, and New Albany is not immune. Community leaders sought ways to remove the stigma surrounding mental health and share resources available to help address these issues. To initiate a community dialogue, the Foundation presented mental health advocate Mariel Hemingway […]
2011
The Foundation establishes The Central Ohio Leadership Academy to develop leadership skills among central Ohio rising high school seniors.
HEALTHY NEW ALBANY FUND
Now in its 16th year, The New Albany Walking Classic has been designated as the best walking event in America. The success of The Classic led to the formation of Healthy New Albany. The Foundation worked with health advocate, Dr. Phil Heit, to form a community organization aimed at creating and promoting […]
RAINES FAMILY FUND
When their daughter, Laura, was in an elevator accident, Sandy Raines and Ron Cadieux were inspired by the outpouring of caring, love and support they received from their new community. To show their appreciation, the family recently made a $500,000 gift to the community through their fund at the Foundation for improvements to […]
THE CHARLEEN & CHARLES HINSON AMPHITHEATER
As the number of music, theater, ballet and other performance arts groups grew in New Albany, so did the need for a community amphitheater. The Foundation led the effort to make the amphitheater a reality. The project moved closer to that day when the Hinson family generously donated $600,000 toward […]
