Welcome to the Governor's Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives

Message from Governor Ted Strickland
The story of the Good Samaritan is a good illustration of how one must define the term "neighbor" and explains the need for us to act with compassion and mercy towards others.

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Learn more about a new initiative to bring people together around some of the most pressing challenges of our time.  Click here.

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Welcome

In the Ohio Governor’s Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives, we know that more can be done when we work together. To this end, we serve as a catalyst for effective public-private partnerships in an effort to improve lives and strengthen communities. Our office works to promote these partnerships and to remove barriers for faith-based and community organizations and nonprofits seeking to access funding and training opportunities.

On our Web site, you will find current funding opportunities, information about our grant programs and other initiatives, links to resources to assist new nonprofits, and details on relevant events in your area.

Be sure to sign up for our e-Newsletter by clicking here for funding and training updates as well as other news about our office.

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GOFBCI Annual Report

Click here to read our recently released Annual Report for FY2008.

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The Ohio Anti-Poverty Task Force

Learn more about the Ohio Anti-Poverty Task formed by Governor Ted Strickland.

Ohio Anti-Poverty Task Force Report Writing Services Request for Letterhead Bid

Deadline: December 2, 2008

 

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