City of Cincinnati - CRC Foundation

"Get up, get off the bench, get involved."
-James Keys, Former Foundation President

What is the Cincinnati Recreation Commission Foundation?
The Cincinnati Recreation Commission Foundation was established in February 1996 as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization to aid and improve the quality of life for Cincinnati citizens. This is accomplished by supplementing the services offered by Cincinnati Recreation Commission. This goal is only achieved through the generous donations of countless individuals, businesses, industries and organizations. These tax-deductible donations give the Foundation the chance to have a direct and immediate impact on the City of Cincinnati.

How is it organized?
The Cincinnati Recreation Commission Foundation comprises a volunteer Board of Directors. The Board works hand in hand with Staff and Commission Members to determine the distribution of Foundation funds. Funds are aimed at aiding recreation programs that the city budget cannot support.

How do we support the community?
Instituting Youth & Teen Programs
Awarding Youth Scholarships for Memberships and Programs
Helping Children with Disabilities
Supporting Senior Citizen Programs
Purchasing Recreation Equipment
Encouraging Creative Programming

How do I make a donation?
Contributions to the Foundation may be made in several forms, such as bequests, stocks and bonds, chattels, equipment, services or real estate.
The Foundation is a nonprofit organization according to the laws of the state of Ohio. It is recognized by the US Department of Treasury, Internal Revenue Service as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt public foundation. All contributions to the foundation are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Make checks payable to the Cincinnati Recreation Commission Foundation.

Donation form for the CRC Foundation

"We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give."
- Winston Churchill

As of 4/8/09:

Foundation Members:
Brenda LeMaster, President
Jason Cohen
Denise Driehaus
John Eby
Chris Humphrey
Laura Kirley
Peter LeBlond
Robin Martin
Dave Schaff
Michael Selker
Tony Yates

CRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to supporting the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please call CRC at 352-4000 in advance if you require special accommodations.