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Akron Community Foundation is a library of personal stories. Their authors? Charitable people just like you who want to enrich the community in their own unique way, now and forever.

Some are fundholder stories, which feature charitable individuals, families and organizations that find purpose, ease and fulfillment by giving through Akron Community Foundation. Others are grantee stories about nonprofits that are leveraging generous gifts from our donors and fundholders to improve life all over Summit County. Still others are advisor stories about legal and financial professionals who have expanded their services and strengthened client relationships by offering philanthropic services through Akron Community Foundation.

Ready to write your own story? Learn how you can start a charitable fund and leave your mark on the community for generations to come. You can also read our publications for more inspiring stories about philanthropy in Greater Akron.

Don't Overlook These Powerful Charitable Planning Tools
Don't Overlook These Powerful Charitable Planning Tools
Designated funds and field-of-interest funds may not always be top of mind when you are developing philanthropy plans for your clients and their families, but they are extremely valuable tools in certain circumstances and it's important to be aware of what...
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Akron Couple Creates Lasting Legacy Through Estate Plans
Akron Couple Creates Lasting Legacy Through Estate Plans
Amid the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic, many clients are relying on their trusted advisors for peace of mind about the future. Creating a sound estate plan can help clients feel confident that their assets will be taken care of both now and after their...
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Creating a Welcoming New Home
Creating a Welcoming New Home
Local nonprofits help resettled residents through partnerships, philanthropy When the United States pulled out of a 20-year occupation of Afghanistan this summer, it triggered a humanitarian crisis that displaced more than 550,000 Afghans, nearly 1,000 of...
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Former Executive Director Jody Bacon passed away Nov. 8
Former Executive Director Jody Bacon passed away Nov. 8
We were saddened to learn of the recent passing of Jody Bacon, who played a significant part in the history of Akron Community Foundation as our previous — and first — executive director and president. Jody, who worked at the community foundation from...
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David L. and Margaret Scott Yeager Fund
David L. and Margaret Scott Yeager Fund
Like so many of us, Dave Yeager lost his mom to cancer. Now, he's working to ensure sons and daughters are no longer left motherless by the disease. As a young professional, Dave began more than 40 years of volunteer service with the American Cancer Society....
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