Millennium Fund for Children
The Millennium Fund for Children from Akron Community Foundation supports grassroots nonprofit programs that improve children's well-being in five Northeast Ohio counties.
Funder: Akron Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (annual application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical grants range from $1,000–$2,000; total ~$63,000 awarded annually across ~40 grants.
Summary: Supports grassroots nonprofit programs benefiting children in Summit, Medina, Portage, Stark, and Wayne counties, Ohio.
Key Information: Only nonprofit organizations serving children in the specified counties are eligible.
Description
The Millennium Fund for Children, managed by Akron Community Foundation in partnership with the Akron Beacon Journal, provides annual small grants to nonprofit organizations delivering impactful programs for children in Northeast Ohio. The fund focuses on grassroots initiatives that directly enhance children's well-being, with a history of supporting diverse projects such as food assistance, educational enrichment, arts, and support for children in foster care. Since 1999, the fund has awarded over $1.1 million to local programs, with a strong emphasis on reaching underserved communities in Summit, Medina, Portage, Stark, and Wayne counties.
