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Supporting Our Communities

We invest in programs and organizations that put people first and advance the common good. Our charitable contributions focus on the following key areas: our community, health care, education, human services and the arts.

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Investing in Community, Growing Together

At Western & Southern, we believe in the power of coming together to support and strengthen our communities. Through volunteerism, partnerships and a shared commitment to doing good, our associates make a meaningful difference where they live and work.

Creating a Vibrant Community for All

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$80.1 Million Annual Economic Impact for the Cincinnati Open

The Cincinnati Open, formerly the Western & Southern Open (2002-2023), celebrated its 125th anniversary last summer welcoming a record 205,068 fans. The tournament’s inaugural Community Day raised nearly $200,000 for local charities, including Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, Ride Cincinnati, Cincinnati Tennis Foundation and more.

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$891,315 Raised for Freestore Foodbank in 2024

A Cincinnati tradition for more than 45 years, the W&S/WEBN Fireworks is one of the nation’s largest and most celebrated Labor Day weekend events. The donation from the 2024 event was equal to more than 2.5 million meals.
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$2 Million+ Raised for Program, Care & Conservation

We are a strong advocate for our beloved Cincinnati Zoo, one of the city’s top three destinations. Since 1996, in partnership with our investment subsidiary Fort Washington Investment Advisors, we have been a key sponsor of the Zoo's largest annual fundraiser, Zoofari.
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$1.2 Million Raised for United Way

Our partnership with United Way of Greater Cincinnati is rooted in our desire to drive positive change in our communities and provide resources to those struggling to make ends meet. In 2024, our campaign was among the top five in the Greater Cincinnati area.
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$134,572 Raised for The Salvation Army

In 2024, the total donation set a new record, surpassing 2023’s milestone and marking the largest amount raised in 32 years.
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$397,382 Raised for ArtsWave

The nonprofit art sector in the Cincinnati region creates $300 million in annual economic impact through jobs, direct spending and patron spending on dining, lodging, parking and more. Our 2024 campaign ranked as the fourth largest workplace giving campaign in the city.

More On Our Community Support

Our Support Focus Areas

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Our Corporate Responsibility Report highlights our efforts to create value for you and the communities we serve. Accomplishing our mission relies on key practices and policies designed to leave a positive impact on you, our communities and the world.