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"Philanthropy" may sound like something reserved for wealthy, mature adults, but that's not the case. At Akron Community Foundation, we work with individuals of every generation, from young adults to retirees and everyone in between. Young adults in...

In an economic and legislative environment full of unpredictability, we encourage you to tap the knowledgeable staff at Akron Community Foundation–perhaps even more than you have in the past.  If you've already established a donor-advised or other type...

It's more important than ever to stay informed about how changes in the tax law may affect your charitable giving. The recently passed One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) creates both challenges and opportunities for structuring your philanthropy. We encourage...

Philanthropy binds families together and challenges them to think bigger than themselves. The Center for Family Philanthropy features state-of-the-art, multigenerational philanthropic services, including education, community needs assessments, and grantmaking...

When two lifelong Akron residents met with attorney Sheri Peters to talk about their estate plans, they knew they wanted charitable giving to be part of their plan.  As retired educators with no children of their own, the donors care deeply about...

Time and again, research shows us that finding purpose is an essential component of a happy and satisfying retirement. Consider the following: Indeed, retirement offers a unique opportunity for individuals to rediscover their sense of purpose beyond the...

By Chris Miller, Communications & Community Investment Officer Amid a nationwide epidemic, Summit County remains deeply impacted by one of the most pressing public health and safety challenges of our time. As of June 30, 2025, the county has recorded 487...

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act was signed into law by President Trump on July 4, 2025, after the House of Representatives approved the Senate's changes to H.R. 1, which passed the House by a narrow margin in May.  The OBBBA, with nearly 900 pages of...

As you've watched the news about potential tax reform, a principle known as the "step-up in basis" might have caught your attention. Over the years, draft legislation has proposed that this principle be changed or eliminated. Although tax law changes to...

Economic turbulence, inflation concerns, and a general sense of financial instability have made 2025 very challenging for a lot of people. As you consider how to support your favorite charities this year, take a moment to evaluate which assets may be best...