The Canton Audubon Society's mission is to encourage the study and appreciation of bird life and other wildlife, to preserve and restore their natural habitats, and to promote conservation of natural resources. This organization was led by Arnold W. Fritz, its founding president, who was deeply dedicated to environmental education and conservation, emphasizing the importance of these fields in both his professional and personal life.
The Canton Audubon Society offers the Arnold W. Fritz Scholarship to support college students at the junior level and above, including those at the graduate level, who are pursuing studies in environmental science, conservation, natural history, nature-related subjects, and environmental law. This scholarship fund of $1000, which can be distributed as one $1000 scholarship or two $500 scholarships based on the decision of the Scholarship Committee, aims to alleviate financial barriers for students committed to environmental stewardship and conservation, honoring the legacy of Arnold W. Fritz.