DIRECTION HOME AKRON CANTON AREA AGENCY ON AGING
AI Summary
DIRECTION HOME AKRON CANTON AREA AGENCY ON AGING is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking within the Akron and Canton area, allocating a total of $3.6 million across 17 grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
MISSION: DIRECTION HOME AKRON CANTON AREA AGENCY ON AGING & DISABILITIES PROVIDES OLDER ADULTS, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES AND THEIR CAREGIVERS LONG-TERM CARE CHOICES AND CONSUMER PROTECTION SO THEY CAN ACHIEVE THE HIGHEST QUALITY OF LIFE.
Cause Areas
1
Senior services
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
VANTAGE AGING
$6.7M
27%
FAMILY & COMMUNITY SERVICES INC
$6.5M
26%
MEALS ON WHEELS OF STARK & WAYNE COUNTIES
$2.4M
10%
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Total No. of Grants
35
Median 1st year grant
$22.6K
Median 2nd year grant
$27.2K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to DIRECTION HOME AKRON CANTON AREA AGENCY ON AGING?
No. DIRECTION HOME AKRON CANTON AREA AGENCY ON AGING does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does DIRECTION HOME AKRON CANTON AREA AGENCY ON AGING give?
DIRECTION HOME AKRON CANTON AREA AGENCY ON AGING primarily gives to organizations located in Ohio, Iowa, and Missouri. 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 DIRECTION HOME AKRON CANTON AREA AGENCY ON AGING’s grants?
The largest share of grants from DIRECTION HOME AKRON CANTON AREA AGENCY ON AGING fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $23 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does DIRECTION HOME AKRON CANTON AREA AGENCY ON AGING make each year?
In 2024, DIRECTION HOME AKRON CANTON AREA AGENCY ON AGING awarded about 40 grants, totaling nearly $3.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did DIRECTION HOME AKRON CANTON AREA AGENCY ON AGING fund recently?
In 2024, DIRECTION HOME AKRON CANTON AREA AGENCY ON AGING awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include VANTAGE AGING, FAMILY & COMMUNITY SERVICES INC, and MEALS ON WHEELS OF STARK & WAYNE COUNTIES. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to DIRECTION HOME AKRON CANTON AREA AGENCY ON AGING?
DIRECTION HOME AKRON CANTON AREA AGENCY ON AGING does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.