Our Family Tree
Learn about the generous donors who have established charitable funds through Stark Community Foundation.
Canton Museum of Art awarded Inspire! grant to bring art to schools
The Canton Museum of Art was recently awarded a new Inspire! grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services to support its Museum To Go program, which provides virtual exhibit tours and hands-on artmaking lessons to students in Stark County.
Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank fights hunger for 40 years
At its main campus in Akron and Stark County Campus in Canton, the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank recently celebrated 40 years of serving the community and reflected on the impact of its staff and thousands of volunteers committed to fighting hunger.
GiGi’s Playhouse partners with Walsh University
This summer, GiGi’s Playhouse Canton, a nonprofit serving individuals with Down syndrome in our community, held the first session of its GiGiFIT family of programs to promote physical activity and wellness among participants.
Creating unity through stacks of pancakes
At the latest Jackson Local Schools Foundation board meeting, Susie Gindlesberger, Jennifer Herold and Janelle Winkhart were presented with the Jim Camp Visionary Leadership Award for their work with the Unity in the Community Pancake breakfast.
Stark County Diaper Bank raises over $30K Dancing for Diapers
Stark County Diaper Bank and The Paul & Carol David Foundation recently held a Galaxy Reunion: Dancing for Diapers event on July 22 to raise funds to provide emergency diaper assistance to families in need.
Massillon Public Library opens new teen space
The Massillon Public Library launches its new Teen Lounge to provide our community’s young adults with a modern space that fosters creativity and enhances their education.
The Valentine Project sends love, all year long
The Valentine Project and its volunteers are spreading love, hope and joy to kids throughout the country all year long through the Kindness Card Program — where anyone can send a greeting card to a child affected by pediatric cancer or chronic illness.
Sensory Cinema series returns to Canton Palace Theatre
Local children and adults with sensory processing challenges can again enjoy their favorite films in a safe and comfortable environment, thanks to Canton Palace Theatre’s Sensory Cinema series.
Massillon Museum podcast interviews award-winning photographer
MassMusings, a podcast produced by the Massillon Museum to bring together art and history, has given listeners an inside look into the exhibits, artists and projects happening at the museum and in the community through interviews with featured guests.
Refuge of Hope Opens New Community Care Center
Thanks to support from Stark Community Foundation and other community partners, Refuge of Hope Ministries opened a new Community Care Center this summer featuring a medical clinic, clothing distribution area and a food pantry.
Where to Find the Donor Portal Login on the New Website
There are multiple ways to get to the Donor Portal on the new Stark Community Foundation website- using the link, at the bottom of every page in the footer, under the Give button at the top of the page and in the For Donors section of the menu.
12 Ways for Professional Advisors to Identify a Charitable Client
As a professional advisor, you meet with current and prospective clients daily. During your discussions, here are 12 situations to listen for in which creating a charitable fund through Stark Community Foundation would be a meaningful option to consider.