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Barberton Resident Jolese Rogers First to use Foundation Scholarship at Bounce
Jolese Rogers is the first Barberton resident to take advantage of Barberton Community Foundation’s scholarship to MORTAR at Bounce Innovation Hub.

Foundation awards Arts and Community Grants
Barberton Community Foundation approved six grants totaling $97,244.14 for the 2022 arts and community cycle programming.

2022 Annual Dinner a Success
2022 Annual Dinner Celebrates Game ChangersBarberton Community Foundation held our 2022 Annual Dinner on Thursday, November 10 at the Galaxy Restaurant. “It’s been three years since we’ve been able to meet in-person, and that is a celebration all on its own,” said Dr....

Economic development programs provide funding to businesses
Big Mike’s Automotive & Collision and Pregame Tavern are among 16 recipients be awarded funding from two of Barberton Community Foundation’s newest economic development initiatives.

Foundation Announces 2022 Game Changers
Congratulations Game ChangersBarberton Community Foundation is proud to announce the 2022 Game Changers: Mike Moore and the Barberton Firefighters Association Local 329. This individual and organization are recognized for their history of service and on-going...

Foundation Awards Health and Wellness Grant Cycle
The Foundation’s second grant cycle focuses on health and wellness. The board approved fourteen grants totaling $143,535.

Tuscora Park Health and Wellness Foundation Celebrates 2022 Nursing Scholarship Recipients
Tuscora Park Health and Wellness Foundation celebrates their 2022 nursing scholarship award winners.

Letter from the Director: Suzanne Allen, Ph.D. Discusses Needs Assessment
Suzanne Allen discusses initial takeaways from the Needs Assessment and why the time is right for a new study.

Partners Discuss Barberton Community Needs Assessment Report
Barberton Community Foundation, the City of Barberton, Barberton City School District, and Summa Health sponsored the 2022 Needs Assessment for the Barberton community. The Needs Assessment is an in-depth analysis of the top assets and needs within the historical and growing Barberton community.

Foundation Board Meets at White Rabbit, Awards Funding for First Grant Cycle
In March the Foundation’s Board of Directors met at White Rabbit to approve 13 grants.
