Our Family Tree
Learn about the generous donors who have established charitable funds through Stark Community Foundation.
Local Artist Receives Excellence Award from Ohio Arts Council
Artist Diane Belfiglio was chosen as one of 75 Ohio artists — and the only in Stark County — to receive a 2023 Individual Excellence Award from Ohio Arts Council.
5 Scholarship Application Tips
Here are 5 tips to keep in mind when completing your Stark Community Foundation scholarship application.
Akron-Canton Airport program supports passengers with hidden disabilities
The Akron-Canton Airport has launched a new initiative called The Sunflower Program that makes the airport experience more accommodating for travelers with hidden disabilities.
Louisville Middle School teacher receives Amazing Teaching Award
When Louisville Middle School intervention specialist Chelsea Ball was recently awarded the Amazing Teaching Award and its monthly national prize, she was not expecting the recognition.
North Canton Public Library provides home delivery for new parents
Through the North Canton Public Library’s new Special Delivery Program, residents of the North Canton City School District with a new child in their home can request books, DVDs and other library materials for older siblings, the new child or themselves.
McKinley Senior High engineering class makes musical dreams come true
It was a welcome challenge when guitar teacher reached out to the class with an unusual request: Could the pre-engineering students use the 3D printer to develop a custom assistive device to help a student with cerebral palsy play the guitar?
Canton's Golden Key Center renovation and expansion moving ahead
The Golden Key Center for Exceptional Children is well on its way to serving more local students with special needs by undergoing a $2.5 million renovation and expansion.
A Community Christmas gifts joy
A Community Christmas is a staple in Stark County each December, providing holiday joy for local families in need. This year, more than 1,300 people had a brighter season because of the organization’s programs and donations from our community.
Local construction company gives back with Hammer & Nails
When an Alliance resident contacted local nonprofit construction ministry Hammer & Nails about replacing her front porch this year, she knew it would take close to a miracle to make it happen. That's when Fred Olivieri Construction Co. stepped in.
Bike ministry provides hope for shelter residents
For some, a bike provides more than just a ride — it’s a solution, a sense of autonomy and the difference between making it to a meal and being stuck without food because of a lack of transportation. Mike and Jim at Gemini Bicycle & Ski understand that.
Nonprofit Holiday Giving Guide
If you would like to support your community this holiday season but aren't sure how, Stark Community Foundation can help. Our Nonprofit Holiday Giving Guide is a curated list of year-end needs of 10 local nonprofits serving our community.
Light after Loss offers healing through peer support
For many who have lost loved ones to suicide, the holiday season can be an especially difficult time. Light after Loss provides a space for individuals in our community to heal and process their grief through a strong peer support system and services.