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Our staff is committed to serving local nonprofits to help make Akron a smarter, stronger, and more vibrant city.

Christine Amer Mayer GAR President

Christine Amer Mayer
President

Anthony Boarman GAR Strategic Communications Manager

Anthony Boarman
Strategic Communications Manager

Nicole Chavers

Nicole Chavers
Program Officer

Jessica Cherok GAR Grants Manager

Jessica A. Cherok
Grants Manager

Laura DiCola, Senior Program Officer for Education

Laura DiCola
Senior Program Officer for Education

Karen Hodge

Karen Hodge
Educator Initiative Grant Liaison

Jennifer Kelsch GAR Chief Financial Officer

Jennifer S. Kelsch
Chief Financial Officer

Rob Lehr

Rob Lehr
Vice President of Programs

Kat Wentz, GAR Operations Manager

Kat Wentz
Operations Manager

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