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What does "GAR" stand for?
"GAR" is an acronym for Galen and Ruth Roush, the founders of the Foundation. The name is pronounced "je-a-är."
Where are GAR Foundation´s offices?

GAR Foundation offices are  located at the historic Andrew Jackson House at 277 E. Mill St., Akron, OH 44308.     


Does GAR publish an Annual Report?
GAR does not publish an Annual Report.  All of the grants awarded by GAR for the past three years are available at our Grants Awarded  page. GAR´s IRS Form 990 details the Foundation´s financial information. Form 990s for GAR and most nonprofit organizations are available through GuideStar .