Stories: ACF Stories

"Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans." — John Lennon You've certainly heard that well-known quote. But have you thought about it in the context of your charitable giving? It's common to create a charitable giving plan during a...

At Akron Community Foundation, we are honored to work with many families across multiple generations. Quite frequently, parents and grandparents share with us their hopes of passing along to the next generation more than just financial assets. They want to...

At Akron Community Foundation, we work with a wide range of donors who want to support favorite charities and causes they care about. Sometimes we meet with individuals and families who have already begun their charitable giving journey by establishing a...

Many little girls are asked what they want to be when they grow up, and "ballerina" is a fairly common answer. It was indeed Aaliyah Tidmore's answer when she was 3 years old. While many other girls' aspirations change over the years, a decade later Aaliyah's...

"Philanthropy" may sound like something reserved only for wealthy older adults, but people in all stages of life can make a tangible difference in their community. At Akron Community Foundation, we work with individuals of every generation – from young...

By Karen Hrdlicka, Director, The Center for Family Philanthropy As a donor-advised fundholder, something in your life likely shaped your value of generosity. In our work with fundholders, we hear these stories repeatedly: the grandparent who...

At Akron Community Foundation, we are honored to serve as your home for charitable giving. Whether you support a wide range of charitable organizations in our community and across the country, focus your giving on a few favorite local causes, collaborate with...

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 reshapes policy across major sectors of the U.S. economy and includes several provisions that...

On a crisp November evening in Akron, the spirit of generosity took center stage. The Soul of Philanthropy Akron Awards unfolded as a powerful celebration of Black philanthropy, honoring eight local changemakers whose lives and leadership have transformed...

For two individuals who are well known for their abundant generosity, David and Cheryl Venarge's journey is not one of overnight success or inherited wealth. It's a story built on grit, grace, and a shared belief that when someone needs help, you give it....