Competitive Grants
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Overview
Competitive Grants
Funder: Akron Community Foundation
Geographic Scope: Summit County, Ohio and Greater Akron area
Focus Areas:
Background: Akron Community Foundation awards quarterly competitive grants to qualified nonprofit organizations. The foundation has approved billions in grants over its 70+ year history, with approximately $4.8 million awarded in a single quarter (March 2021). The foundation's endowment is nearly $265 million with over 700 funds.
Contact Information:
Grant Examples (from Q1 2021 cycle):
Education and early learning grants ranged from $2,500 to $96,000, including funding for:
How to Apply
Application Process
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis for quarterly grant cycles. Specific application instructions and deadlines are available on the foundation's website under "Apply for a Grant."
Required Materials:
Detailed requirements are available through the foundation's online application portal.
Co-Investment Program:
Donor-advised fund holders may participate in a co-investment program, reviewing board competitive grant applications and supporting initiatives aligned with their charitable interests.
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