Our Funds

for historic gravesite restoration and public cemetery beautification in Coventry Township

to help children who are financially disadvantaged attend the Akron Rotary Camp for Children with Special Needs

to support scholarships for graduating seniors at Ellet Community Learning Center

to support mental health services for children, adults and families

for scholarships for Akron-area seniors who participate in music programs

for scholarships for Hudson seniors who demonstrate academic ability, leadership and high moral standards

for Community Support Services

for the Cuyahoga Falls High School football program

Established to honor and memorialize Renee Blackstock, who excelled in her academic studies and was valedictorian of both Garfield High School (1976) and The University of Akron (1980).  Renee also led an active and well-rounded lifestyle. She was dedicated to her family and benevolent toward health, education and animal welfare. Additionally, Renee was a faith-based woman who used that to guide her life. The fund provides scholarships for graduating Garfield CLC high school seniors pursuing a postsecondary degree.

for scholarships for Hudson High School graduating seniors pursuing a degree in scientific areas of study, including engineering, environmental studies, medicine and biology

to support Ellet Community Learning Center's scholarship program for graduating seniors

for scholarships for Firestone CLC seniors who have participated in an athletic program and demonstrate financial need

to support the University of Akron's College of Engineering

for scholarships for graduating high school seniors who are pursuing a postsecondary degree and are enrolled in Akron Public Schools or any public school district serving Medina County

for scholarships for Hudson senior tennis players

for scholarships for Garfield High School seniors who demonstrate academic or vocational excellence and community service

for the Youth of the Year college scholarship program and a merit-based high school tuition assistance program

for scholarships for Summit County students with financial need

to support children's literacy programs

for scholarships for Akron Public Schools students pursuing a degree in education or dance

for the park's environmental education scholarships

to support the advancement and awareness of addiction and recovery, and to support animal programs and services

to support professional development for employees of the hospital's hematology-oncology division

to support research for cholangiocarcinoma, a rare cancer of the bile duct

for scholarships for the children of Beontag (formerly Technicote, Inc.) employees, with priority given to those studying chemistry or science

for scholarships for Hudson senior baseball and softball players

to support education and rehabilitation programs for veterans

for scholarships for University of Akron students who are committed to the principles of democracy

to support research efforts that will identify treatments, therapies, and ultimately a cure for Alexander disease and other leukodystrophies

to support health and civic causes

to provide services to the developmentally disabled community in Summit County

to support guest artist master classes and workshops at Tuesday Musical Association

to support substance abuse outreach and education programs

to support food pantries in Summit County

to support Akron Public Schools and Akron After School programs

for scholarships for Project GRAD Akron participants majoring in education

for scholarships for employees and their children of Geis Companies, Wild Eagle and Metropolitan at The 9, as well as the company's subcontractors and vendors

to support education programs and internships at Global Ties Akron

for Dancing Classrooms Northeast Ohio's residency program

to support music, health and children's programs

to support the work of Victim Assistance Program in meeting the needs of those impacted by gun violence in our community

for scholarships for St. Sebastian Parish School graduates who will attend St. Vincent-St. Mary High School

to support public health institutions

for scholarships for active and former 4-H members in Summit and Portage counties

to support the NEOMED Foundation

for scholarships for minority seniors at Medina High School with financial need

to support the Hudson City School District

for scholarships for Hudson seniors with exemplary community service and academic excellence

to support Hudson City School District's Innovation in Teaching Program

for library services at Green Intermediate School

for scholarships for Hudson senior athletes who display team pride and sportsmanship, as well as academic and athletic excellence

to support the renovation, expansion and enhancement of the IBH Addiction Recovery facility

for Keep Akron Beautiful

for scholarships for high school seniors of Italian American descent living in Summit County

to support the Summit County Historical Society, with preference for supporting history interns

for the Association of College Unions International

to support nonprofit organizations in the Greater Akron and Summit County community, with consideration given to the Great Trail Council of Scouting America, of which Mike was a longtime board member and supporter

for scholarships for Hudson seniors who demonstrate passionate support for a cause or person

for scholarships for Hudson High School seniors pursuing college or vocational training

for summer study scholarships for young dancers from Summit County

for scholarships for Hudson High School seniors who participated in the Hudson Hawks Youth Football program

for scholarships for Marbles Tournament winners

for scholarships for Ellet High School seniors with a history of community service

for scholarships for Medina County seniors with excellent character, academics and community service

for leadership development programming in the Hudson City School District

for scholarships for Hudson seniors with an entrepreneurial spirit and leadership skills

to support the museum's operations and ensure its long-term success