Millennium Fund for Children
The Millennium Fund for Children supports grassroots programs improving children's well-being through science, education, and wellness projects in five Northeast Ohio counties.
Funder: Akron Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026
Funding Amounts: Typically $1,000–$2,000 per grant; about $60,000–$65,000 total awarded annually; one-year projects.
Summary: Supports grassroots programs that enhance the well-being of children in Summit, Medina, Portage, Stark, and Wayne counties in Northeast Ohio.
Key Information: Small, competitive grants for local nonprofit initiatives with direct impact on children.
Description
The Millennium Fund for Children is a collaborative initiative of the Akron Community Foundation and the Akron Beacon Journal, established to enrich the lives of children across Summit, Medina, Portage, Stark, and Wayne counties in Northeast Ohio. The fund provides small, targeted grants to grassroots programs and nonprofits where even modest funding can make a significant difference for local youth. Since its inception in 1999, the fund has supported a wide range of projects, including food security initiatives, educational programming, arts and culture access, health and wellness, and support for children in foster care or experiencing trauma.
