Established in 1943, the Columbus Foundation manages approximately two thousand component funds organized in seven fund types, including unrestricted, designated, and donor-advised funds. It serves as the trusted philanthropic advisor to over 2,500 individuals, families, and businesses, helping them create unique funds and planned gifts to make a difference in the lives of others. With its new Giving Store, the Columbus Foundation offers a convenient platform for easy and effective philanthropy. As the eighth largest community foundation in the United States, it has a strong track record of over 75 years in supporting the community.