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"Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans." — John Lennon You've certainly heard that well-known quote. But have you thought about it in the context of your charitable giving? It's common to create a charitable giving plan during a...

Charitable giving: 10 ways teens can get involved

At Akron Community Foundation, we are honored to work with many families across multiple generations. Quite frequently, parents and grandparents share with us their hopes of passing along to the next generation more than just financial assets. They want to...

Closer to home: Steps to move your donor-advised fund to Akron Community Foundation

At Akron Community Foundation, we work with a wide range of donors who want to support favorite charities and causes they care about. Sometimes we meet with individuals and families who have already begun their charitable giving journey by establishing a...

A Legacy of Pride and Purpose: The Gay Community Endowment Fund marks 25 years of investing in Greater Akron's LGBTQ+ community

In the late 1990s, LGBTQ+ life in Akron often existed quietly. There was community. There was connection. There was joy. But much of it remained out of public view in spaces like LGBTQ+ bars and nightclubs, where people could gather safely. For many LGBTQ+...

Scholarship Spotlight: Dreams En Pointe

Many little girls are asked what they want to be when they grow up, and "ballerina" is a fairly common answer. It was indeed Aaliyah Tidmore's answer when she was 3 years old. While many other girls' aspirations change over the years, a decade later Aaliyah's...

Philanthropy is for Everyone: Four Tips for the Young Adults in Your Life

"Philanthropy" may sound like something reserved only for wealthy older adults, but people in all stages of life can make a tangible difference in their community. At Akron Community Foundation, we work with individuals of every generation – from young...

Fundholder Spotlight: Jonathan Donald Kuhns Memorial Fund

By: Danielle Dieterich, Executive Director, Cuyahoga Valley Art Center On a cold January evening, the gallery at Cuyahoga Valley Art Center was filled with warmth, conversation, and the vibrant excitement that comes when artists gather to celebrate their...

Nonprofit Spotlight: RePlay for Kids

RePlay for Kids ensures that children with disabilities can enjoy the act of playing with toys, just like their peers. An all-volunteer-run nonprofit, RePlay for Kids hosts workshops where participants adapt battery-operated toys so that children with...

Unlocking the mystery: Three ways to build relationships with donor-advised fundholders

You've no doubt seen the report that in 2025, Americans contributed an estimated $617 billion to support nonprofits. Philanthropy is going strong, and it's also likely not a surprise that donor-advised funds continue to play a growing role in charitable...

Loyalty wins: Keeping donors close

Nonprofits are navigating a period of rapid change. From shifting donor expectations to technological advances and evolving economic pressures, organizations are being asked to adapt faster than ever before. While these changes can feel overwhelming, they...

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