Upcoming Events

Save the date for Akron Community Foundation's third annual conference geared toward nonprofit executives and senior staff. Hear from Aleda Gagarin, vice president of influence at Candid, and join breakout sessions on topics such as fundraising, board relations, finances, leadership and more. Invitations will be distributed in early 2026. To ensure you receive an invitation, sign up for our Nonprofit News list.

This year's theme, "Strength in Action," is embodied by the 2026 Judith A. Read Tribute Award for Service & Advocacy for Women recipient, Bernett L. Williams, chief engagement officer at Akron Children's. In addition to being honored as this year's award recipient, Williams will participate in a fireside chat, where she will share her own journey of strength.

Corporate and individual sponsorship opportunities for the Women's Endowment Fund's "For Women, Forever" event range from $2,500 to $25,000. Proceeds from the event support the fund's grantmaking to programs that uplift, empower, and educate women and girls throughout Summit County.

To be notified when individual tickets go on sale in January 2026, register for the Women's Endowment Fund's e-newsletter at akroncf.org/WEFNews. More information about the event is available at forwomenforever.org.