The Stark Community Foundation aims to connect individuals to the charitable causes they care about, managing their charitable gifts to meet individual giving goals. Through responsive initiatives to local needs, they aim to strengthen Stark County and enhance the quality of life for its residents.
The Neighborhood Grants program focuses on supporting neighborhood associations to improve and expand revitalization efforts in their communities. It is structured around the healthy neighborhood framework, which includes Image and Identity, Physical Conditions, Involvement and Investment, and Market. This framework guides the types of projects eligible for funding, such as beautification projects, community gardens, housing assessments, neighborhood cleanups, sidewalk replacements, and more. The overarching goal is to enhance the market values and desirability of living in the neighborhood, with funding available up to $2,500 to support these initiatives.