Upcoming Events

Join us for an unforgettable evening of celebration, inspiration and community as we kick off The Soul of Philanthropy Akron with the inaugural The Soul of Philanthropy Akron Awards. This elegant evening will honor eight local Black philanthropists whose generosity, leadership and love for community embody the spirit of giving. As the opening event for The Soul of Philanthropy national exhibit's Akron debut, this awards celebration sets the stage for a powerful season of storytelling, reflection and transformation around the rich legacy and future of Black philanthropy in Greater Akron. Tickets for the event will go on sale in September, but sponsorships are available now. For more information, please contact event committee chair Leia' Love at [email protected].

Grab a friend or two and enjoy Akron's favorite holiday tradition! Enjoy five festively decorated homes during the live tour on Sunday, Dec. 7, from 12 to 5 p.m. The virtual tour will be available to enjoy throughout the holiday season, beginning on Saturday, Dec. 13, and continuing through Sunday, Jan. 4. Virtual tourgoers will enjoy intimate video tours of seven homes, including the 2025 Patron Party location and two homes filmed exclusively for the virtual tour. All proceeds benefit the Gay Community Endowment Fund of Akron Community Foundation.

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.