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A recent interview with Grantmakers for Effective Organizations highlights how GAR Foundation is narrowing its focus to have a deeper impact in the community, including inspiring ideas for improvem

Showing up is just the start, but we need to start somewhere. Sometimes we have to start, or restart with a clearer vision in mind.

Much has changed in our community over the last few years.  We have witnessed leadership change in City Hall and in several key anchor institutions.

Students at Akron Public Schools North High School are learning authentic, real-world skills that will prepare them for college or career as early as 9th grade.

When asked, many CEOs will tell you that attracting, training and retaining great talent is the biggest challenge they face in growing their business.

Back in March, we shared the news that GAR Foundation will be narrowing its focus with the goal of deepening our community outcomes.

AKRON, Ohio (May 16, 2017) — The Distribution Committee of GAR Foundation announced Thursday $350,000 in funding to 38 teams of educators through its annual Educator Initiative Grant (EIG) program,

By: Jennifer Kelsch

In the past fifty years, GAR Foundation has invested over $230 million in organizations to promote the quality of life, education, vibrancy, and economic opportunities of our community.

One of my favorite communication resources, frank hosts a gathering each year that brings the best minds in communications to share ideas aro