Our Family Tree
Learn about the generous donors who have established charitable funds through Stark Community Foundation.
Local nonprofits provide sensory-friendly community activities
For Stark County families seeking accessible, sensory-friendly experiences, many organizations in our community offer inclusive activities.
Private foundations and donor advised funds: Debunking three myths
If you’ve been involved with charitable giving for a few years, you’ve no doubt become familiar with both private foundations and donor advised funds and their popularity as charitable giving tools.
Proposed legislation: Is better deductibility back on the table?
Charitable deduction legislation ebbs and flows. Proposed reform efforts come and go, resulting in the occasional change to the provisions of the Internal Revenue Code governing charitable giving.
Staying active at the Belden Village Mall
The Belden Village Mall is making exercise more accessible for our community than ever before by hosting free community workout classes and programs in partnership with the YMCA of Central Stark County.
LEGO contest builds excitement for McKinley Museum exhibit
Students of all ages are being called to put their building skills to the test for the Wm. McKinley Presidential Library & Museum’s LEGO Building Contest, an initiative in conjunction with the upcoming summer exhibition "Brick Flicks".
Alliance High School said yes to the dresses for Project Prom
Alliance High School recently hosted its fourth successful Project Prom event, where a record-breaking number of students were matched with their perfect prom dress, suit, shoes, jewelry and accessories — all for free.
Student-run Falcon Factory spreads Fairless school spirit
The Falcon Factory at Fairless High School is a student-run spirit shop that gives 9-12 grade students with disabilities hands-on experience running a business and developing employable skills.
New Funds Added to Our Family Tree - Spring 2023
24 charitable funds were established through Stark Community Foundation from October 1 through December 31, 2022.
Coffee with a purpose
For Whole Latte Love Café, January 2023 marked one year of serving coffee, celebrating diversity and empowering people with disabilities.
Bluecoats return to Stark County for training camp
The world-champion Bluecoats Drum & Bugle Corps recently announced the relocation of its annual spring training to be held over the summer at the University of Mount Union in Alliance.
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.