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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.

Planning for a SECURE Transfer to Your Next Generation
Planning for a SECURE Transfer to Your Next Generation
By Jesse W. Hurst, CFP®, AIF®, Senior Wealth Manager and CEO at Impel Wealth Management, and Julie E. Firestone, Principal at Singerman, Mills, Desberg & Kauntz Co., L.P.A. Thirty years ago, in the pre-First Energy days, Ohio Edison hired my (Jesse...
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Tips for serving clients who love to give locally
Tips for serving clients who love to give locally
Your charitably minded clients certainly have no shortage of options for their philanthropic dollars. Many clients use their donor-advised funds, for example, at the community foundation to support favorite charities across the country, including alma maters,...
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Fundholder Spotlight: Harvey Nelson
Fundholder Spotlight: Harvey Nelson
Traditional is not a word you would use to describe Harvey Nelson, retired co-chief executive officer and founder of Main Street Muffins, now known as Main Street Gourmet. From the way he (finally) completed his degree at The University of Akron to his...
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In the business of giving
In the business of giving
If you're a business owner, odds are you already give back to your community. Like many charitably-minded people, your business likely sponsors events, makes in-kind donations, and donates cash to favorite organizations. Many local business owners also work...
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The Life and Legacy of James Hamilton Hower
The Life and Legacy of James Hamilton Hower
By Jody Miller Konstand The youngest of four siblings, James Hamilton Hower (Jim) was always mindful of his family's legacy in the Akron community, especially as the Hower family name is synonymous with Akron's history. Think of Central Hower High School, the...
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