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Foundation Board Holds Annual Meeting, Swears In New Slate of Officers
(L-R) Justin Greer and Josh Gordon(L-R) Slate of Officers: Deb Shreiner, Jason Slater, Denny Liddle, Jennifer BidlingmyerBarberton Community Foundation’s Board of Directors met at the Active Adult Center for their annual meeting on January 20, 2022. Josh Gordon,...
White Rabbit Galleries Establishes a New Scholarship
Barberton Community Foundation is pleased to announce the White Rabbit Galleries Scholarship Fund established by Laura Smith and Molly Brown. This scholarship is dedicated to supporting the local Arts and Artists in Barberton by assisting Barberton students pursuing an arts degree.
Foundation Board Approves Third Cycle Grants for Health and Wellness Programs
Foundation Board Approves Third Cycle Grants for Health and Wellness Programs In their final meeting of the year, Barberton Community Foundation Board of Directors met at Barberton Public Library on Thursday, November 18, to approve $89,820.50 for ten grants in the...
Virtual Dinner a Success
On Thursday, November 4, Barberton Community Foundation held its Annual Dinner virtually on Zoom Over 100 people joined, with some choosing to host small gatherings in their homes to watch the event. The night was full of celebration for the Foundation’s 25th...
Foundation Welcomes Karie Sattler as Office Manager
Barberton Community Foundation is pleased to welcome Karie Sattler as our new Office Manager. Karie’s first day was Monday, August 30. “I’m so excited to have the opportunity to work for the Foundation,” said Karie. “Everyone made me feel extremely welcome, and the...
Foundation Board Approves Second Cycle Grants for Arts and Community Programs
The Barberton Community Foundation Board of Directors met at the Active Adult Center on Thursday, July 15 to approve $63,179.50 for six grants in the second cycle for arts and community programming. The board also discussed several upcoming events, contracting with...
Nominate a Game Changer
It’s that time of year again! The annual Game Changer Award is open and accepting nominations through July 15. This year has been exceptional for many reasons. Help us identify those individuals and organizations who deserve recognition!
Ray E. Leach, Sr. Memorial Scholarship Fund
Barberton Community Foundation is pleased to welcome the Leach Family to the Foundation with the announcement of the Ray E. Leach, Sr. Memorial Scholarship Fund. Tina, Kathy, Mike, and Ray have decided to honor their father (and Brianna her grandfather), with a scholarship that will benefit a Barberton student pursuing a trade school or technical education.
Barberton Community Foundation Turns 25
2021 is a special year for Barberton Community Foundation. We are celebrating our 25th Anniversary!
Foundation Welcomes First Director of Economic Development
Barberton Community Foundation welcomes Ted Herncane as the first Director of Economic Development.
