Vote on every grant
Review the finalists and cast your vote on where our pooled gifts go each year.
Membership
Give together. Decide together.
StrikeForce members make an annual gift, then vote together on which local ministries and nonprofits receive our grants. In our founding year, every member helps shape what this chapter becomes.
Why join
More than a gift
Membership is a way to give generously, connect with other women, and see up close the good being done in our city.
Gather all year
Members-only events to build friendships, from casual get-togethers to our grant celebration.
See your gift at work
Hear directly from local ministries and nonprofits about the needs they're meeting in our community.
Part of something bigger
Join a national StrikeForce community whose members have given more than $2.1 million.
Membership levels
Choose your annual giving level
Every level comes with full membership. Between two levels? Choose the lower one and add the difference as an extra gift.
$1,000
per year
Join$2,500
per year
Join$5,000
per year
Join$10,000
per year
Join$15,000
per year
JoinGiving on behalf of a business, foundation, or family? See our partnership levels. Not ready to join? You can still make a one-time gift to our grant fund.
Questions
Membership FAQ
How does voting work?
Each spring, our board selects finalists from the grant applications we receive. Members receive ballot materials, including a short summary or video from each finalist, and vote electronically. See the full grant timeline.
Does a higher giving level mean more votes?
No. Every member has an equal voice, whatever her giving level. We each give as we're able and as we feel led, but we decide together. Our giving is about generosity and gratitude, not influence.
Is my membership gift tax-deductible?
Yes!! StrikeForce Cincinnati is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, so your membership gift is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. If you receive something in return, such as a meal at an event, the deductible amount may be reduced by its value. You'll receive a receipt for your records. Please check with your tax advisor about your own situation.
When does membership renew?
Membership runs on an annual cycle, from July 1 to June 30. You're welcome to join at any time during the year. Joining early means your gift is part of the full grant cycle, and we'll reach out each summer when it's time to renew.
What's the difference between a member and a partner?
Membership is for individual women. Your annual gift goes into our grant fund, and you vote on where it goes. Partnership is for businesses, foundations, and families who want to give at a higher level, starting at $5,000. Every partnership includes membership passes, so the women you choose can vote and attend as members. Learn about partnership.
Do I have to attend events?
Not at all. Our events are a wonderful way to build friendships and learn about the needs in our city, and we'd love to see you whenever you can make it. But there's no attendance requirement. Your membership and your vote count either way.
Still have questions?
We'd love to tell you more about StrikeForce Cincinnati and our founding year.