October 12, 2020
Akron Community Foundation recently announced the graduation of The Center for Family Philanthropy's inaugural class of its Institute for Emerging Philanthropists, which culminated in an $80,000 grantmaking initiative by class...
October 6, 2020
Although summer is a time of rest, relaxation, and rejuvenation – the Women's Endowment Fund has been working passionately in preparation for our new year. In June, we honored and celebrated the commitment of Cindy Johnson, assurance & advisory...
October 5, 2020
Funding includes support for basic needs, arts & culture Applications opened today for $6.5 million in available grants from CARES Act funding provided by the County of Summit to benefit nonprofit organizations that provide for the basic needs of...
September 30, 2020
Applications open Dec. 1 for second round of grants At a time when drug-related deaths and overdoses are on the rise again, Akron Community Foundation's board of directors approved five grants...
September 29, 2020
THIS IS A PAST EVENT Event will feature FedEx Custom Critical President & CEO, Ramona Hood; Judith A. Read Tribute Award recipient, Jacqueline A. Silas-Butler, Esq. The Women's Endowment Fund of Akron Community Foundation invites local residents and...
September 25, 2020
Funding includes support for diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, civic affairs programming Today, Akron Community Foundation's board of directors approved grants totaling $3,873,997, including $534,834 in...
September 21, 2020
THIS IS A PAST EVENT The Gay Community Endowment Fund of Akron Community Foundation invites area residents to save the date for its 19th annual Sugar Plum Tour, which will take place virtually on Saturday, Dec. 5, and Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020. The Sugar Plum Tour...
September 3, 2020
The Community Response Fund for Nonprofits at Akron Community Foundation has provided over half a million dollars in funding since it was established in early March. Originally established to provide flexible resources to area nonprofits facing...
July 28, 2020
In lieu of its traditional in-person annual meeting, Akron Community Foundation updated the community on its board member updates, grants and distributions, contributions, financials and strategic activities for the fiscal year that ended on March 31, 2020...
July 15, 2020
To best serve our community and provide for our growing staff and the local philanthropic community, Akron Community Foundation's headquarters at 345 W. Cedar St. in Akron underwent a 2,500-square-foot building expansion and 4,000-square-foot remodel. The...
