Massillon Community Charitable Fund Grant

The Massillon Community Charitable Fund Grant, established in 1982 by Stark Community Foundation, aims to enhance civic spirit and charitable giving in Western Stark County. It supports tax-exempt organizations and government entities with proposals that directly benefit local residents. The grant encourages innovative solutions to community challenges while fostering stewardship and collaboration among local agencies. This initiative ultimately seeks to improve the quality of life for all in the Massillon area, ensuring that charitable efforts align with community needs.

We dedicate our work in response to local needs and challenges through carefully designed funds and programs.
As we achieve our mission and vision, we continue to strengthen Stark County, providing an improved quality of life for the residents of our community.
Established with Stark Community Foundation in 1982 by civic leaders in the Massillon community, the Massillon Community Charitable Fund was created to promote civic spirit, charitable giving and community stewardship in the best traditions of Massillon and Western Stark County. The Massillon area is comprised of Massillon, Navarre, Canal Fulton, Brewster, Bethlehem Township, Jackson Township, Lawrence Township, Perry Township, Sugarcreek Township and Tuscarawas Township.

Eligibility

Primarily makes grants to IRS-qualified 501(c)(3) public charities, education institutions and government entities.Proposals must directly impact residents living in Western Stark County (Massillon, Navarre, Canal Fulton, Brewster, Bethlehem Township, Jackson Township, Lawrence Township, Perry Township, Sugarcreek Township, Tuscarawas Township).
Proposals may be approved for program support or operating support when it is critical to the survival of a key agency or program.

Ineligibility

Proposals will not be considered for annual campaigns, travel, conferences, recognition events, previously accrued operational deficits or debt incurred for capital items or repair.