Giving for
Barberton's Future.

We envision an improved quality of life for Barberton residents, now and forever.

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Early
Learning

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Career
Pathways

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Downtown Revitalization

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Basic
Needs

Impact Stories

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Donor Story

Greynolds

Nearly fifty years after the Barberton Magics captured the 1976 state basketball championship, the legacy of Coach Jack Greynolds continues to echo throughout the community. His leadership shaped not only a championship team, but generations of Barberton student athletes. Now his son, Jack Greynolds Jr., is honoring that legacy by establishing the Jack Greynolds GRIT Memorial Scholarship at Barberton
Community Foundation, helping carry forward the values his father championed: perseverance, discipline, and a belief in Barberton.

Learn more about the scholarship and how to support the Greynolds GRIT award.


Grant Applications

Grant Cycle 2 Opens for Education and Community Support

Nonprofit organizations are invited to submit proposals for programs focused on education, workforce development, leadership, and basic needs during the Foundation’s second annual grant cycle.

LOI Due: April 24

Application Deadline: May 15

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Scholarship Story

Driver's Education Scholarship

Learning to drive is an important step toward independence for many Barberton High School students. The Driver's Education Scholarship, offered through the Barberton Community Foundation in partnership with Barberton High School, helps reduce financial barriers that can prevent students from enrolling in driver education.

Through partial scholarships ranging from $125 to $325, the program helps offset the cost of Driver's Education courses provided by Myers Driving School, helping Barberton students gain the skills and confidence needed for safe driving and greater independence.

$336,128

SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED
IN 2025
(119 AWARDS)


59

GRANTS AWARDED IN 2025

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$415,601

DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT
AND PROGRAM SUPPORT

$380,196

GIFTS FROM DONORS
IN 2025

Ways to Give

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Fund Your Passion

Start your own charitable fund and support the causes you care about most.

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Planned Giving

 Explore opportunities to create a legacy gift that supports Barberton for generations to come.

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Find a Fund

Give to one of our 122 funds supporting the causes and organizations that strengthen Barberton.

On Community Publications

 A monthly publication by Josh Gordon, Executive Director, Barberton Community Foundation 

News & Updates

Donor
Spotlights

Meet donors shaping Barberton's future.

Student
Achievements

Celebrating the success of Barberton students.

New Grants/
Program Updates

Updates on new grants and programs.