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Our Funds & Donor Stories

The Dayton Foundation family of more than 4,100 funds represent a diverse group of individuals who share a common goal — to help others and support causes important to them. Read below their stories of inspiration and how they are making a difference in Greater Dayton and around the world.

Endowment Funds

Note: Due to the large number of Foundation funds and their descriptions, funds have been broken into multiple pages. Click on the pull-down menu to select the alphabetical section or fund family you wish to view.

Donor Stories

Customize Your Charitable Fund Today

Our development team will work with you and your financial or legal advisor to customize a plan that will enhance your charitable goals and offer you significant tax advantages.