AKRON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
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The Akron Community Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Ohio, with additional support in California and Tennessee. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO IDENTIFY, ACTIVATE, AND SUPPORT INFORMED AND PASSIONATE PHILANTHROPISTS WHO STRIVE TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN OUR COMMUNITY.
Cause Areas
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Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
SUMMIT EDUCATION INITIATIVE
$6.2M
4%
UNITED WAY OF SUMMIT AND MEDINA
$5.6M
4%
IBH FOUNDATION INC
$4.8M
3%
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Total No. of Grants
335
Median 1st year grant
$5K
Median 2nd year grant
$6K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to AKRON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION?
No. AKRON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does AKRON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION give?
AKRON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Ohio, California, and Tennessee. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are AKRON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from AKRON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $5,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does AKRON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, AKRON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION awarded about 340 grants, totaling nearly $14.7 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did AKRON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, AKRON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 1,220 grantees. Recent grantees include SUMMIT EDUCATION INITIATIVE, UNITED WAY OF SUMMIT AND MEDINA, and IBH FOUNDATION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to AKRON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION?
AKRON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.