The 37^th annual Summer Reading Programof the Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County was a smashing success.  More than 34,200 young readers participated.  Teen participation was up 49% and preschool participation was up 24%.  The program was sponsored in part by the Dater Foundation.  Click here to read more.

The Charles H. Dater Foundation was founded in 1985 and makes grants to non-profit organizations in the Greater Cincinnati area to carry out projects that benefit children and focus in the areas of arts/culture, education, healthcare, social services and other community needs.  The Foundation welcomes grant applications from non-profit organizations seeking support for existing, expanding and new high impact programs.  Information about the grant application process is in the Grants section of this web site. 

Charles H. Dater (1912-1993) established the foundation to ensure that funding for worthwhile community programs would continue after his death. The Foundation honors the memory and preserves the philanthropic commitment of Charles and his ancestors, whose hard work and business acumen over four generations provided them with the opportunity to share their success with their community. The Foundation is guided by an active Board of Directors whose members serve as officers of the organization.