When preparing your application, note that you must now include a project description, budget, and proof of nonprofit status. The updated guidelines also clarify the different funding tracks, specifying that Impact grants target high-priority areas like youth safety and mental health, while Micro grants support smaller, flexible initiatives.
Funder: Akron Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards: Micro grants $1,000–$3,000; Impact grants $10,000+; Recent annual total ~$80,000–$85,000 across 10–18 grants.
Summary: Supports nonprofit initiatives advancing safety, equity, and inclusion for the Greater Akron LGBTQ+ community.
Key Information: Only 501(c)(3) nonprofits; strong preference for programs benefitting LGBTQ+ youth, mental health, or combating phobia.