The Summit Foundation aims to invest in community partners by supporting local nonprofit organizations within Summit County and its neighboring areas. Through financial grants, they seek to foster collaboration, community improvement, and the well-being of the residents in their focus regions.
The Summit Foundation's grant program focuses on supporting nonprofit organizations that contribute positively to the community's fabric, particularly those assisting families and individuals in Summit County. The foundation conducts a bi-annual grant application process, encouraging applications from nonprofits that directly impact the local community's well-being. Primary support areas include making strategic grants, providing development opportunities through workshops and the NRG program, and facilitating connections between donors and community needs. This program is designed for nonprofit organizations committed to improving life in Summit County, and interested parties are required to discuss their application with the foundation before submitting.