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The Ohio CPA Foundation collaborates with schools, teachers, parents and the business community to recruit and develop the next generation of accounting professionals.
Our Shared Vision
- The work of The Ohio CPA Foundation has taken on increased importance and urgency in light of the continuing demand for highly skilled accounting and finance professionals.
- Nationally known for its efforts, The Ohio CPA Foundation has a rich history of producing and funding impactful programs designed to secure a diverse and robust pipeline of future CPAs.
The Ohio CPA Foundation's Mission
To grow the CPA profession and give students from every type of background the opportunity to study accounting.
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Annual Report
Learn more about our work, see our list of donors, and review our financial statements in our most recent Annual Report.
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Board of Trustees
The Ohio CPA Foundation's dedicated volunteer board provides leadership, guidance and counsel to ensure the Foundation's activities and programs stay true to its mission and vision.
Board rosterPillars of Pipeline Success
Profession Awareness
Creating opportunities and leveraging inflection points to attract Ohio's top students to this opportunity profession.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Encouraging individuals from all backgrounds to pursue accounting careers, so the profession better reflects the communities it serves.
Workforce Readiness
Preparing students to be successful professionals for the businesses and organizations that will employ them.
Our Network
The Foundation leverages its considerable relationships to maximize efforts in building a robust and diverse pipeline of future CPAs.
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Get Involved
- Your financial support—no matter the amount—is what enables The Ohio CPA Foundation to continue the programs that showcase, advance and diversify the profession.
- To learn more about The Ohio CPA Foundation’s work and how you can make an impact, please click the link below to complete the Volunteer Application form.
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