The Partnership for Ohio’s Future (the Partnership) was formed in 2006 for the purpose of encouraging public policy that leads to greater opportunities and a higher quality of life for Ohioans. The Partnership encourages the public to learn about issues and elections that impact Ohio’s economy including the importance of a fair, balanced and impartial judiciary.

As a 501(c)(4) organization under the Internal Revenue Code, the Partnership is a permanent, continuing association with the primary purpose of educating Ohioans, not supporting or opposing a particular candidate or candidates. To achieve its purpose, the Partnership engages in “issue advocacy”, some or all of which may constitute “electioneering communication” as defined under Ohio’s campaign finance laws.

“Issue advocacy” is public advertising on political issues or concepts that does not expressly advocate the election or defeat of a candidate. It is protected by the First Amendment’s guarantee of freedom of speech, but may be regulated in very narrow circumstances.

The Partnership can accept corporate money. However, contributors are advised that their donations are not deductible as charitable contributions. Donations to the Partnership may be deductible as a business expense. All contributions used by the Partnership to fund “electioneering communication” are reported to the Ohio Secretary of State.

For additional information about the Partnership and its activities, contact Linda Woggon, Vice President, at 614-228-4201 or by e-mail at lwoggon@ohiochamber.com.