Connecting Our Community
We know that the best community solutions emerge when people and organizations collaborate across sectors, leveraging their strengths. Our funding priorities are deeply interconnected because people thrive when they are connected to others. By fostering and supporting these connections, we aim to make Akron smarter, stronger, and more vibrant.
We pledge to use all of the tools in our toolbox – grantmaking, convening, listening, research, advocacy, information-sharing, and communications – to connect Akron.
Education
Supporting programs that ensure Akron children are kindergarten ready and Akron Public Schools students are experiencing high-quality teaching and engaged learning.
Economic, Workforce, and Community Development
Supporting inclusive economic development, workforce programs that lead to family-sustaining jobs, and neighborhood-level community development.
Arts & Culture
Supporting anchor arts institutions as well as emerging and innovative arts to ensure Akron remains a vibrant, unique, and creative community.
Basic Needs
Supporting high-functioning organizations that provide the most basic human needs to Akron residents in crisis.
