The Rosalie and Cecil Smith Fund aims to address and mitigate the issue of feral cat overpopulation in Summit County, as well as provide spay and neuter services to cats and dogs of low-income households, honoring the memory and wishes of Rosalie Smith.
The grant program of the Akron Community Foundation is designed to address the community’s most urgent needs by supporting nonprofits that have a significant impact in the fields of Arts & Culture, Civic Affairs, Health & Human Services, and Education. These grants, drawn from discretionary and field-of-interest funds, aim at enriching the community’s quality of life through diverse cultural offerings and tackling pressing issues via organizations that demonstrate organizational strength, make systemic impacts, ensure accountability, enhance the nonprofit sector’s capacity, and promote inclusiveness. Their funding prioritizes efficiency, effectiveness, transparency, and a commitment to the organizations' missions, supporting efforts that not only address immediate needs but also contribute to long-term community betterment and promote equality and inclusiveness.