Our Funds

to support emerging needs in Greater Akron in the areas of arts and culture, civic affairs, health and human services, and education

to benefit the Black community in and around Greater Akron

to strengthen the Green community by supporting meaningful civic and community initiatives

to support major capital improvements and landscaping projects at the historic Preservation House building on West Market Street in Akron

for historic gravesite restoration and public cemetery beautification in Coventry Township

to help children who are financially disadvantaged attend the Akron Rotary Camp for Children with Special Needs

to support children's programs

to support building maintenance for Barberton Area Community Ministries

for scholarships for Hudson seniors who demonstrate academic ability, leadership and high moral standards

for Community Support Services

for the Cuyahoga Falls High School football program

Established to honor and memorialize Renee Blackstock, who excelled in her academic studies and was valedictorian of both Garfield High School (1976) and The University of Akron (1980).  Renee also led an active and well-rounded lifestyle. She was dedicated to her family and benevolent toward health, education and animal welfare. Additionally, Renee was a faith-based woman who used that to guide her life. The fund provides scholarships for graduating Garfield CLC high school seniors pursuing a postsecondary degree.

for scholarships for Hudson High School graduating seniors pursuing a degree in scientific areas of study, including engineering, environmental studies, medicine and biology

to support Ellet Community Learning Center's scholarship program for graduating seniors

for scholarships for Firestone CLC seniors who have participated in an athletic program and demonstrate financial need

for scholarships for Hudson senior tennis players

for scholarships for Garfield High School seniors who demonstrate academic or vocational excellence and community service

for the Youth of the Year college scholarship program and a merit-based high school tuition assistance program

for scholarships for Summit County students with financial need

to support children's literacy programs

for scholarships for Akron Public Schools students pursuing a degree in education or dance

for the park's environmental education scholarships

to support the advancement and awareness of addiction and recovery, and to support animal programs and services

to support professional development for employees of the hospital's hematology-oncology division

to support research for cholangiocarcinoma, a rare cancer of the bile duct

for scholarships for graduating seniors in Summit County majoring in fine art or art education, with a strong preference toward a focus in fiber arts

to support research efforts that will identify treatments, therapies, and ultimately a cure for Alexander disease and other leukodystrophies

to support human services and education programs

for scholarships for graduate students pursuing a degree in the field of mental health treatment

to support a scholarship for Wadsworth High School speech and debate students

for scholarships for Hudson Public Schools students in band, orchestra or choir

for scholarships for LGBTQ+ and allied students who live or attend school in Summit, Medina, Portage, Stark or Wayne counties, and who have participated in organizations or initiatives that positively impact the LGBTQ+ community

for scholarships for Hudson seniors who improve human relations and diversity awareness

for scholarships for former Boys' Village residents attending a trade school or college

to provide compassionate end-of-life care services for people in need

to support music, health and children's programs

to support the work of Victim Assistance Program in meeting the needs of those impacted by gun violence in our community

for scholarships for St. Sebastian Parish School graduates who will attend St. Vincent-St. Mary High School

to support public health institutions

for scholarships for active and former 4-H members in Summit and Portage counties

to support the NEOMED Foundation

for scholarships for minority seniors at Medina High School with financial need

to support the Hudson City School District

for scholarships for Hudson seniors with exemplary community service and academic excellence

to support Hudson City School District's Innovation in Teaching Program

for library services at Green Intermediate School

for scholarships for Hudson senior athletes who display team pride and sportsmanship, as well as academic and athletic excellence

to support the renovation, expansion and enhancement of the IBH Addiction Recovery facility

for Keep Akron Beautiful

for scholarships for high school seniors of Italian American descent living in Summit County

for scholarships for Hudson senior special education students

to support programs that provide food, shelter and clothing to people in need

for scholarships for Hudson senior football players who have demonstrated leadership skills

for scholarships for Leppo Group employees and their children who are pursuing a STEM, business, IT or technical degree

for scholarships for Firestone CLC seniors who have lettered in a varsity sport

to support health and human services programs, and programs addressing homelessness

for scholarships for residents of Litchfield Township who are graduating from Buckeye High School

for scholarships for Hudson High School seniors pursuing college or vocational training

for summer study scholarships for young dancers from Summit County

for scholarships for Hudson High School seniors who participated in the Hudson Hawks Youth Football program

for scholarships for Marbles Tournament winners

for scholarships for Ellet High School seniors with a history of community service

for scholarships for female nontraditional students in Medina County

for Tuesday Musical Association

to support the NEOMED urology residency program

to support the museum's operations and ensure its long-term success