Scholarship Funds

Funder: Akron Community Foundation and donor-established scholarship funds

Geographic Scope: Greater Akron area and Summit County; students attending various institutions

Program Description: Nearly 80 scholarship funds established by individuals, businesses, and organizations to help local students offset the financial burden of their education. Scholarships support students pursuing degrees at institutions including Case Western Reserve University, Kent State University, Duke University, Johns Hopkins University, The Ohio State University, and Cleveland State University.

Award Summary:

• 2021 Fiscal Year: 218 scholarships awarded totaling $431,697
• Over 200 students benefit annually
• More than 80 individual scholarship funds

Example Scholarships:

• Judith A. Resnik Memorial Fund

Eligibility: Generally for local students (Summit County/Akron area) pursuing higher education or specific vocational training

Contact Information:

• Phone: 330-376-8522
• Address: 345 West Cedar Street, Akron, OH 44307
• Website: akroncf.org/students
• Full list of recipients: akroncf.org/scholarshiprecipients

Application Portal: Scholarship Login available at akroncf.org

Application Process

Deadlines: Individual scholarship funds accept applications at various times throughout the year. Deadlines vary by specific scholarship fund.

Required Materials:
Specific requirements vary by scholarship. Students should review individual fund criteria for:

How to Apply:
1. Visit akroncf.org/students for complete list of scholarship funds and deadlines
2. Review individual scholarship criteria and eligibility requirements
3. Submit applications through the foundation's scholarship portal
4. Meet fund-specific deadlines

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