Stories tagged with: The Ohio University Foundation

Lighting the Way for Those to Come

April 11, 2024 From mentorship to scholarship to recruitment, OHIO alumni inspire students to succeed.

Waste Not

April 11, 2024 The Sugar Bush Foundation has helped kickstart 16 social enterprises. Learn more about three such entities.

The Ohio University Foundation renews its Four-Star Rating from Charity Navigator

November 1, 2023 OHIO's rating for FY22 – the most recently released data from Charity Navigator – represents a continuation of its FY21 award, and designates The Ohio University Foundation as an official “Give with Confidence” charity, indicating that it is using its donations effectively based on Charity Navigator’s criteria. 

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The Ohio University Foundation Board of Trustees appoints new chair and members, bids farewell to longtime trustee Perry Sook

July 13, 2023 The Ohio University Foundation Board of Trustees is honored to appoint Sandra (Sandy) Anderson as chair of The Ohio University Foundation Board, replacing Trustee Perry Sook who served on the Board for more than 20 years.

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The Gates Foundation-Ross County Scholar’s Fund marks 20 years with naming of 2023 recipients

June 27, 2023 The latest class of The Gates Foundation-Ross County Scholar’s Fund recipients has been announced, with the award of scholarships to 15 continuing and incoming university students.

Ohio University Foundation earns GuideStar by Candid’s Platinum Seal of Transparency three years in a row

February 6, 2023 The Ohio University Foundation has earned the 2023 Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar, the world’s largest source of nonprofit information.

Foundation Trustee Eric Peterson leaves legacy of helping others

November 8, 2022 Eric E. Peterson, who joined the Ohio University Foundation Board of Trustees in 2018, passed away on Friday, Nov. 4.

Ohio University to celebrate 17 Alumni Award recipients; Dr. Patricia A. Ackerman named Alumna of the Year

September 8, 2022 The Ohio University Alumni Association proudly announces the 17 recipients of the 2022 Alumni Awards, individuals who exemplify the Bobcat spirit in their commitment to excellence and service.

The Ohio University Foundation Board of Trustees names new members

September 7, 2022 The Ohio University Foundation Board of Trustees is honored to welcome three new trustees who are committed to accomplishing the Foundation’s mission of “Philanthropy in Service and Education.”

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Sugar Bush Foundation taps economic development specialist Erin Rennich for director role

February 1, 2022 The Sugar Bush Foundation recently announced the appointment of Erin Rennich as its first director.

Sugar Bush Foundation joins national economic development initiative

December 20, 2021 The Sugar Bush Foundation, a supporting organization of The Ohio University Foundation, has been announced as part of a $100 million national initiative to invest in equitable economic development.

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Ohio University Foundation Board of Trustees recommends sale of Russ Research Center

November 5, 2021 The Ohio University Foundation Board of Trustees is recommending to the Russ Research Center (RRC) LLC board that the Russ Research Center at Beavercreek, Ohio, be made available for sale.

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Ohio University celebrates the life and immeasurable legacy of alumnus Ray Fogg Sr.

June 28, 2021 Ohio University mourns the profound loss of Raymon B. Fogg Sr., who exemplified the Bobcat spirit and was an inspiration to the entire OHIO community.

Ohio University mourns the passing of alumnus and Foundation Trustee Emeritus Thomas Weihe

June 15, 2021 The Ohio University community is saddened by the passing of Thomas Weihe, BSED ’61, a dedicated alumnus who leaves a more-than-50-year legacy of philanthropy and service.

University mourns passing of former Ohio University and Ohio University Foundation trustee

March 19, 2021 G. Kenner Bush Jr., an iconic and beloved member of the Athens and Ohio University community, passed away at the age of 86 on Feb 28, 2021.