Deadlines for all four funding cycles have been pushed back to anticipated dates between June 2026 and March 2027. Great news for your planning: you can now submit applications to multiple cycles per year instead of being limited to just one annual submission. Please note that the typical maximum award amount has decreased slightly from $25,000 to $20,000.
Funder: Akron Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026 (Arts & Culture) | September 2026 (Civic Affairs) | December 2026 (Health & Human Services) | March 2027 (Education)
Funding Amounts: Typical grants range from $2,500–$20,000; one-year funding; varies by cycle and project.
Summary: Supports nonprofit initiatives in arts, civic affairs, health, and education that address systemic needs in Summit County, Ohio.
Key Information: Only 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving Summit County are eligible; one application per cycle allowed.