APPLICATION: The Foundation has a general downloadable application cover sheet (MS Word format) which applicants must complete and return with their submission. Organizations should also send a brief letter on their letterhead and should submit one original and one copy of all application materials, which are listed in our Grant Guidelines.

DEADLINES: The Foundation meets at least semi-annually, customarily in May and November, to review proposals. Grant requests should be addressed to the Foundation and mailed or hand-delivered to the Foundation's office. They should not be mailed or delivered to an individual trustee at a different location. Grant requests must be received not later than March 1 for consideration in May and September 1 for consideration in November.

REVIEW PROCESS: Only written applications will be considered. Both telephone and personal interviews are discouraged unless requested by the Foundation. If additional information is required, the Foundation will request it. However, any questions concerning the application procedure may be directed to the Foundation office at 330/762-6427.

RESTRICTIONS: The Foundation does not fund individuals, annual fund raising campaigns, ongoing requests for general operating support (although some repeat grants are made), operating deficits, or organizations which, in turn, make grants to others. The Foundation gives primary consideration to the City of Akron and Summit County, Ohio charitable organizations and/or local chapters of national charities located in the Akron and Summit County, Ohio areas.

The Foundation asks that all grant recipients acknowledge their receipt of funds in writing. Progress, financial, and other reports are requested by the Foundation as needed.