Giving Pathways
Facilitating customizable pathways and programs that encourage investment in OFIC’s mission, strengthening relationships with key partners.
Graphic of the three different pathways here.
"Beyond the financial assistance, your belief in my potential as a woman in a male-dominated field motivates me to push my boundaries and achieve excellence."
— Jada, Ohio Northern University
Scholarships
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Rising Talent Scholarships
Support students in specific fields of study that will impact industries and workforce development in Ohio.
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Community Scholarships
Support students from your local area or those attending campuses in your region.
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Inspiration Scholarships
Support students who are disproportionately less represented in the student general population and students who have circumstances that may prohibit them from completing their college studies.
"Your scholarship allows me to keep excelling academically and competitively. I cannot thank you enough for your generous scholarship and I wish you all the best in your future endeavors."
— Kayla, Ohio Wesleyan University
Customizable Scholarships
Special Opportunity: OFIC has been awarded a $25,000 Matching Scholarship Challenge Grant from the Council of Independent Colleges (CIC). With your help, once we reach the $25,000 from new or increased scholarship gifts, OFIC will receive the matching funds resulting in much needed scholarship support for OFIC students.
Sponsorships
Inspiration Grants
Sponsorships that make it possible for OFIC students, campus leaders, and local community members to engage, enlighten and connect around topics of diversity, inclusion, access, and equity. Campuses apply for consideration and report outcomes at future OFIC Inspiration Diversity Forums. They may also nominate their funded programs for our annual Inspiration Awards.
Talent for Ohio
Donors can support OFIC students as they prepare to enter the workforce. Projects include digital resources such as TalentedU, career expo+ programs, and internships.
Undesignated Gifts
OFIC Unrestricted Gifts
Support students with the highest financial need throughout the state of Ohio who meet OFIC’s minimum scholarship eligibility requirements.
"I look forward to continuing to deepen my knowledge of communications and broadcasting, leading to earning my bachelors degree. Your scholarship will greatly help as I complete my degree."
— Evan, John Carroll University
OFIC directs unrestricted gifts to our 32-member campuses for needs including financial aid to help students achieve success.