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Barberton Community Foundation’s 2023 Annual Report

Donors Who Give Back

When we ask our donors why they choose to establish funds here, we often hear them say, “I want to give back.” When you decide to give back through the Foundation, we help you to make your philanthropy personal, meaningful, and fulfilling. It’s our privlege to connect donors – and your charitable interests and resources – with local needs.

Newest Grant Partners

The Foundation’s final grant cycle of 2023 focuses on Arts and Community programs. The board approved six grants totaling $93,375.

Giving for Barberton's Future

Did you know Barberton Community Foundation holds more than 100 funds? We thank our generous donors for establishing these funds, and invite the community to learn more about them. 

Thank you to all who attended and celebrated our 2024 Annual Dinner and Game Changer Awards

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A publication by Josh Gordon, Executive Director

Support Greynolds Classic!

The Classic honors legendary Barberton basketball coach Jack Greynolds, who passed away in 2005. Proceeds go to Lake Anna YMCA, Esther Ryan Shoe Fund, Barberton City Schools, and the Larry Bidlingmyer “Mr. Bid” Outdoor Education Fund for youth programs, equipment, and stroke awareness education. Thank you for your support of this event!

We envision an improved quality of life for Barberton residents, now and forever.

First Generation Scholarship Recipients
Barberton Community Foundation 2024 Cum Laude Scholarship Recipients: 25 students stand on stage holding certificates
ACT Achiever Scholarship Recipients

Celebrating our Scholarship Award Recipients

Congratulations to our newest scholarship recipients! Each year, Barberton Community Foundation partners with Barberton City School District to make more than $400,000 in scholarship awards.

Bringing the History of Barberton to Life

Barberton’s third grade students learn about local history as a part of their social studies curriculum. Now, thanks to a grant from Barberton Community Foundation, local author Conrad Storad has been commissioned by the schools to write a book on local history and update the class and bring the history of Barberton to life.

Our Impact

Whether it’s through our grants and scholarships, or through donations of time, talent and treasure, we are proud of the impact our donors and grant partners have helped us make on the community.

$109.9M

Total in Grants
& Scholarships

$4.9M

Scholarships
Given

$105M

Total Grants
Given

$6.9M

Total Donations
Received

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Who We Are

We are a neighbor and partner. We are committed to improving the quality of life for Barberton residents, today and in the future.

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What We Do

We work with community stakeholders, donors and charitable organizations to meet our mission. Learn more about our grants process.

YMCA Game Changer

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All of the assets gifted to the Foundation remain in the community.

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Contact Us

We want to hear from you! Call us anytime at 330-745-5995 or email us your comments, questions, and ideas.