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** Directions to The Greater Cincinnati Foundation **
 The Robert & Ruth Westheimer Center for Philanthropy
In 1999, GCF took the major step of purchasing a building to house permanent headquarters for the Foundation for many years to come. Over the years, GCF had relocated to progressively larger leased office space as we grew.
The Governing Board determined that securing permanent, flexible office space would be the most responsible stewardship of the resources entrusted to the Foundation by thousands of donors. GCF purchased a six-story building at 200 West Fourth Street downtown to house GCF offices, a community art gallery and meeting space on the first three floors, with three more floors available for lease. Known as the S.P. Nelson & Sons Building, it was built in 1919 and housed a mercantile warehouse, later an interior design firm, and the Northlich Stolley LaWarre advertising agency in more recent years.
The building had stood vacant at this busy corner for two years. The larger space has allowed GCF to expand services to a rapidly growing number of donors, provide better services and resources to nonprofit organizations, host multiple community gatherings of varying sizes, and provide space for the duration of special projects. A special feature is the first floor Foundation Gallery.
 The late Bob Westheimer provided dedicated leadership to GCF as an Associate Director and then Governing Board member for more than 15 years. Bob also provided leadership and support to a host of other important community organizations, including the United Way & Community Chest. The Westheimer family believed that helping GCF secure a permanent home was a fitting testament to Bob’s commitment to the community and to the Foundation. Ruth and Bob were life partners in their commitment to this community. GCF is honored to recognize the Westheimer family’s philanthropic and civic leadership.
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