We envision an improved quality of life for Barberton residents, now and forever.
From STEM to Seniors: Foundation Awards $149,000 for Community Health and Wellness
From STEM to Seniors: Foundation Awards $149,000 for Community Health and Wellness [Barberton, September 29, 2025] – Barberton Community Foundation’s September board meeting kicked off with a burst of creativity, as board members were asked to assemble and decorate...
Barberton Wins EDA Grant to Strengthen Advanced Manufacturing Workforce
For Barberton, this isn’t just a study — it’s a roadmap to new career opportunities, stronger businesses, and long-term economic stability for our community.
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Worthy of Celebration
Save the date: November 6, 5pm. That's when we gather for Barberton Community Foundation's Annual Dinner to celebrate two Game Changers who embody...
Congratulations to our Game Changers
2024 The Year of Pathways – Read our 2024 Annual Report
Meet the Artists behind Barberton Community Foundation’s Student Art Gallery
Barberton Community Foundation selected 10 pieces of student art from the B-Art Gallery Show. These pieces are on display in the Foundation’s meeting room until November 7, when they’ll be auctioned at the Annual Dinner. Stop by to see the artwork, and read more about our student artists!
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.
$110M
Total in Grants
& Scholarships
$5.1M
Scholarships
Given
$105M
Total Grants
Given
$6.9M
Total Donations
Received
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.
What We Do
We work with community stakeholders, donors and charitable organizations to meet our mission. Learn more about our grants process.
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All of the assets gifted to the Foundation remain in the community.
Contact Us
We want to hear from you! Call us anytime at 330-745-5995 or email us your comments, questions, and ideas.
