Special Grants & Initiatives
Funding Amount
Up to $200,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Special Grants & Initiatives
Funder: Akron Community Foundation
Geographic Scope: Summit County and Greater Akron area
Program Description: Strategic, one-time grants addressing specific community needs identified through foundation convenings and research. These grants support proactive community initiatives and coalitions addressing pressing issues.
Example Special Grant:
- Needs assessment coordination
- Centralized service access for aging adults
- Service coordination and intake processes
- Supporting "gap population" of aging adults with fixed incomes
Special Initiative Categories:
Background: These grants reflect the foundation's strategic direction of proactively addressing community needs beyond traditional quarterly grant cycles. Grants are typically 1-3 years in duration.
Contact Information:
How to Apply
Application Process
Special grants are generally initiated by the foundation based on identified community needs and research. Organizations may be invited to apply or respond to requests for proposals (RFPs).
Nomination/Invitation-Based: Unlike competitive grants, special initiatives often identify lead organizations through community convenings and strategic planning processes.
Contact the foundation to inquire about current special grant opportunities.
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
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