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For many nonprofit organizations, an annual financial statement audit is either not required or not a good use of funds given the organization’s size, complexity and resources. But that does not mean…

Through several rounds of GAR Foundation capital grant support, Summit Artspace has thoughtfully invested in its historic building to better serve both artists and the community. Most recently, a…

There’s a quiet problem inside a lot of organizations: fundraising and marketing are both working hard, just not in the same direction. When your development, marketing and communications teams speak…

Author's note: This story was informed by conversations with Summit County Continuum of Care's Lived Exp

GAR Foundation's capital grant application period is now open. The deadline to apply is Friday, October 30, 2026 by 5:00 pm.

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Here’s the truth: you’ll raise far more money from people who’ve already given, even if they have lapsed. Too many nonprofits chase shiny new donors while ignoring the ones who already said YES. Want…

GAR Foundation awarded over $2 million in grants to 27 Akron-area nonprofit organizations following its August 2026 distribution committee meeting. Among this quarter's grantees, GAR is highlighting…

Over the past decade, the organization has become a nationally recognized resource for choreography, creating space for artists to research, experiment, collaborate, and develop new work.

As organizations face shifting funding, policies, and economic pressures, Chris Canova of Jobs for Ohio's Graduates highlights the importance of staying grounded in mission and values. The article…