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The Soul of Philanthropy Akron

Visit the Akron Art Museum now through Feb. 14 to experience this free exhibit showcasing the stories of local Black philanthropists.

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"For Women, Forever" Celebration

Join the Women's Endowment Fund for its signature event celebrating women as philanthropists. This year's Judith A. Read Tribute Award recipient, Bernett L. Williams, will participate in a fireside chat exploring leadership, service, and strength in action.

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New VP of Community Investment Announced

Congratulations to longtime staff member Brian Reitz, who was recently promoted to Vice President, Community Investment.

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Charitable Funds

Amplify your giving with one of our six charitable fund options.

Planned Giving

Leave a lasting mark on your favorite causes with a gift in your estate plan.

Family Philanthropy

Build a legacy of giving that can be passed to the next generation and beyond.

Grants & Initiatives

Strengthening the community through strategic charitable investment.

Strengthening
Greater Akron
through generosity.

Akron Community Foundation is where generous families, companies and nonprofits make charitable dollars go the furthest for the good of Summit County — now and forever. Whether you want to provide scholarships for area students or support a variety of nonprofit organizations over your lifetime, we can customize a strategic, lasting plan for your giving.

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ACF by the Numbers

more than

$348

Million

in charitable assets

nearly

930

charitable funds

more than

$267

Million

in grants given

Since

1955

70 years of local service

8.3%

5-year annualized net return

Who We Are

We are our community's champion and generator of enduring philanthropy. Learn more about us.

Our Staff

Meet Everyone

John F. Garofalo President and CEO

Laura Lederer Vice President and Chief Development Officer

Steve Schloenbach Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Tracy Burt Vice President, Marketing & Communications

Our Board

Meet Everyone

Jim Pickard Chair

Theresa Carter Vice Chair

Ernie Pouttu Treasurer and Finance Chair

Brian Moore Secretary and Community Investment Co-Chair

The Latest from ACF

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Charitable Tax Law Changes for 2026

New laws could significantly influence how charitable giving fits into your financial plan. Akron Community Foundation is here to help.

News

Tickets on sale for Women's Endowment Fund's "For Women, Forever" Celebration

Tickets to the Women's Endowment Fund's annual "For Women, Forever" celebration are now on sale at akroncf.org/ForWomenForever. The event will take place on Thursday, March [...]

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Green Community Fund accepting applications for 2026 grant cycle

The Green Community Fund of Akron Community Foundation is now accepting grant proposals from nonprofit organizations that enrich the Green community and improve residents' [...]