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Resources for NonprofitsStrategies to Combat Against Check FraudJen Kelsch, Chief Financial Officer, GAR Foundation

GAR Foundation’s distribution committee approved grants totaling more than $2 million in support of over 20 Akron-area nonprofits.

At a family engagement event in August, United Way of Summit & Medina announced that GAR Foundation has become a named sponsor of its Family Resource Center in North High School.

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Akron, Ohio (July 30, 2024) — GAR Foundation approved a grant of $125,000 to the Akron Development Corporation to help secure a Data Transparency Strategist for the City of Akron.

GAR Foundation has some bittersweet news to share, as we wish our Program Officer Bronlynn Thurman all the best in her new professional endeavors.

On Thursday, June 6, GAR officially celebrated the 46 teams of 2024-2025 Educator Initiative Grant (EIG) recipients! 🎉 

GAR Foundation is proud to announce the recent distribution of $350,000 in funding to 46 teams of educators through its annual Educator Initiative Grant (EIG) program.

Nearly $2 million of grants were recently approved at GAR Foundation’s May distribution meeting, with a key focus on the interconnectedness of local arts and culture organizations as catalysts for

GAR Foundation is delighted to announce the appointment of Laura DiCola as its new Senior Program Officer for Education.