Western Reserve Community Fund Inc
In furtherance thereof, the corporation shall be organized to support and further community development and job creation in the state of Ohio and will initially focus on the 5-county region of medina, portage, stark, summit, and wayne.
Western Reserve Community Fund Inc at a glance
In short: Western Reserve Community Fund Inc gave $190K across 6 grants in 2024 (avg $32K), mostly in Ohio. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $190,000
- -55.0% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 6
- -57.1% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $31,667
- +5.1% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $30,000
- Total assets
- $12,683,642
- +9.1% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Ohio (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who Western Reserve Community Fund Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 6 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was The Smoothie Stand & CO LLC ($50K). Together the top 6 received $190K.
Grant Size Distribution
41 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 32 grants of 41 (78%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 6 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Western Reserve Community Fund Inc gives
- Giving fell 50% from 2021 to 2024. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $190K (2024) to $422K (2023). In 2024 it made 6 grants totaling $190K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Smoothie Stand & CO LLC Akron, OH | Working Capital and Equipment Purchase | $50,000 |
| Envision Salon Suites Akron, OH | Working Capital | $30,000 |
| The Eng Effect LLC Akron, OH | Working Capital and Equipment Purchase | $30,000 |
| Body Rock Studio (Soulful Veagan) Akron, OH | Working Capital | $30,000 |
| Rubber City Clothing Akron, OH | Loan Capital for Marketing | $30,000 |
| India Ink Tattoo Akron, OH | Working Capital and Equipment Purchase | $20,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $12,683,642 | $2,490,684 | $1,624,471 | $190,000 | 6 |
| 2023 | $11,629,184 | $3,393,953 | $1,381,271 | $421,811 | 14 |
| 2022 | $8,813,414 | $3,285,115 | $950,517 | $355,000 | 9 |
| 2021 | $4,367,044 | $1,584,990 | $643,654 | $380,000 | 12 |
| 2020 | $3,066,318 | $1,985,393 | $71,691 | — | — |
About Western Reserve Community Fund Inc
Based on IRS filings
Western Reserve Community Fund Inc is a public charity focused on Community Improvement & Capacity Building, based in Akron, OH. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $12.7M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 6 grants totaling $190K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Western Reserve Community Fund Inc is led by Erin Wojno, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 10 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Erin Wojno
President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rachel Bridenstine
Executive Director
On filings since 2020
16 hrs/week
No compensation reported
John Williams
Secretary
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Melissa Frank
Vice President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Renaye Brauning
Treasurer
Member → Treasurer, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Chad Mayle
CFO
On filings since 2022
12 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jessica Sublett
Member
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Robert Dejournett
Member
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jessica McRitchie
COO
New on the 2024 filing
12 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lori Sallaz
Manager & Bond Finance
New on the 2024 filing
12 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Nancy Ellis McClenaghan (2020–2022) — Treasurer
- Former: Christopher Burnham (2020–2021) — Advising Representative
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Western Reserve Community Fund Inc
How much does Western Reserve Community Fund Inc give each year?
Western Reserve Community Fund Inc gave $190K across 6 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $422K across 14 grants.
What is Western Reserve Community Fund Inc's typical grant size?
Western Reserve Community Fund Inc's median grant in 2024 was $30,000, and its average grant was $31,667, across 6 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does Western Reserve Community Fund Inc give grants?
Western Reserve Community Fund Inc gives mostly in Ohio: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Akron, OH (6 grants).
Does Western Reserve Community Fund Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 6 grants with a stated purpose on Western Reserve Community Fund Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Working Capital and Equipment Purchase" (3 grants).
Who are Western Reserve Community Fund Inc's largest grantees?
Western Reserve Community Fund Inc's largest 2024 grantees include The Smoothie Stand & CO LLC ($50,000), Envision Salon Suites ($30,000) and The Eng Effect LLC ($30,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 58% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Western Reserve Community Fund Inc?
Western Reserve Community Fund Inc reported $12.7M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $2.5M.
What is Western Reserve Community Fund Inc?
Western Reserve Community Fund Inc is a public charity focused on Community Improvement & Capacity Building, based in Akron, OH. It holds $12.7M in total assets as of 2024.
What is Western Reserve Community Fund Inc's EIN?
Western Reserve Community Fund Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 83-3858451. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(5)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 15, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS October 25, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 1, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 12, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Live grants for the work Western Reserve Community Fund Inc funds
Community Improvement & Capacity Building Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Leveling-Up Award $1,000 · Due October 25, 2026
- Arnold F. Keller, Jr. Grant for New Initiatives/Program Expansion $25,000 · Due October 27, 2026
- Wausau Marathon County Impact Grants (Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin) $1,000 to $100,000 depending on the scope of the project · Due October 27, 2026
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