Our Family Tree

Fred and A.J. Whittier Charitable Fund

• EST. 2016

As part of their estate plans, Fred and A.J. Whittier created a designated fund to support a number of causes they care about with a focus on nonprofits that promote animal welfare and provide care for animals.

Wilderness Center, Inc. Endowment Trust Fund

• EST. 1983

The Wilderness Center transferred its endowment, begun in 1971, to Stark Community Foundation in 1983. The endowment has continued to grow through additional contributions by many donors who want to benefit the work of The Wilderness Center. Income from the trust is used for general operating support. This fund includes the Maintenance Subfund and the Ralph Regula Early Childhood Educator Subfund.

Wilderness Center - GAR Fund

• EST. 2000

Wilderness Center Revolving Conservation Fund Trust

• EST. 2002

The Wilderness Center established this fund to assist nonprofit organizations and government agencies in acquisition of lands that will benefit the public.

F. Stuart and B.J. Wilkins Charitable Advised Fund

• EST. 2009

The Wilkinses were both born in Canton, and called it home. Stu passed away in 2011 but B.J. continues to recommend grants from the fund to such charitable, educational, and scientific organizations that they have supported over the years. Upon her death, recommendations will be made by Fund Advisors. The fund will eventually become part of the Foundation’s Community Charitable Fund and will continue to support designated organizations.

Edward and Ruth Wilkof Philanthropic Fund

• EST. 1990

Edward Wilkof and his brother Ervin founded the Turner Quick-Lift Corporation in Canton. Mr. and Mrs. Wilkof established their Community Charitable Fund in Stark Community Foundation to aid in addressing varied community needs.

Ervin and Marie Wilkof Philanthropic Fund

• EST. 1990

Along with his brother Edward, Ervin Wilkof co-founded Turner Quick-Lift Corporation. In 1990, Mr. and Mrs. Wilkof established this Community Charitable Fund to support a variety of causes in Stark County.