William Swanston Charitable Fund
William Swanston Charitable Fund supports organizations serving children in Mahoning and Trumbull Counties, funding operations and projects in health, education, and children’s services to reduce disparities.
Funder: Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley
Due Dates: October 15, 2026 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Typically up to $10,000 for general operations or specific programs and projects
Summary: Supports work that reduces disparities and expands opportunities for children in Mahoning and Trumbull Counties to thrive.
Key Information: Applicants without IRS nonprofit status may apply through a fiscal sponsor.
Description
The William Swanston Charitable Fund, administered by the Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley (CFMV), supports children in Mahoning and Trumbull Counties, particularly those who have experienced crises, abuse, neglect, or dependency. Its 2026–2028 priorities emphasize innovative projects that prevent or reduce risk factors creating disparities and give children equitable opportunities to thrive. Funding supports general operations and specific programs or projects.
The fund focuses on health and wellness, education, and children’s services. Its health priorities reflect Akron Children’s Hospital’s community health needs assessment. Beyond the work proposed, the fund considers how organizations operate and who leads them, emphasizing direct community experience, clearly defined outcomes, cross-sector partnerships, and responses to underlying social and economic challenges.
