2018 ANNUAL RE PORT
OPPORTUNITY. COMMUNITY.
BARBERTON.
2018 ANNUAL REP ORT
OPPORTUNITY. COMMUNITY.
BARBERTON.
Barberton Community Foundation was established in 1996 as a 501(c)(3) and further designated as a 509(a)(3) supporting organization public charity to strengthen the community through the perpetual giving power of an endowment. In November of 1996, the citizens of Barberton overwhelmingly supported taking an original gift of $86 million in funds and securities from the sale of Barberton Citizens Hospital and establishing a permanent endowment. Interest earned from the fund would enable grants to be distributed in support of the Barberton community, city and schools over time. Since its inception, Barberton Community Foundation has awarded over 3,400 grants and scholarships totaling more than $82 million and invested over $22 million more to promote job creation, neighborhood improvements and educational opportunities within Barberton. The Foundation is a facilitator and leader of collaborative community action – building the capacity of its grantee organizations and the community to strengthen the economy, prepare the future workforce, and enhance quality of life for the residents of Barberton, now and forever.
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STRENGTHENING OUR COMMUNITY Thank you for reading the 2018 Annual Report. Enclosed you will see some of our accomplishments throughout the year. In this year’s report you will find many stories of the Foundation’s impact on Barberton. But these stories send a greater message: this is your foundation. From the Game Changers to the school employees’ charitable contribution program, everyone can be a part of the Foundation. When I was introduced as a new board member in 2010, I shared how volunteering with the Foundation gave me a unique opportunity to maximize my technical knowledge and experience to benefit the community. As my term limit expires and I reflect on past years, I find I am proud of our accomplishments and hopeful for the future of the Foundation. As a board, we have made progress on several key items to ensure the constancy of your foundation. Many of these items might appear small or inconsequential today but will provide the amplitude to accomplish the lofty goals our community has defined for itself and Barberton Community Foundation. We have retired all of the debt previously incurred for strategic investment projects into the community, specifically, the debt associated with the Lake Anna YMCA project and the Middle School. Through the vision of previous boards, both projects tangibly enhanced the landscape of our community. In planning now our strategies for forever, we educated our board and communicated to our stakeholders the importance of accurately modeling and prudently managing our spending policy. Additionally, through the 2018 strategic planning process, we have strengthened our alignment with community stakeholders on how the Foundation will engage some of the most challenging objectives facing our community, namely economic development and educational excellence. Lastly, we have been able to add very talented key staff to the organization. Your Foundation is primed to make larger and deeper impacts on the community in the future. Thank you for the opportunity to serve as a board member and board chair. As I depart, it is clear to me the opportunity to build a better Barberton lies in deepening our community partnerships. I wish our organization luck and invite you to meet with our team to learn how you, too, can partner. Best,
Michael A Chisnell Jr
Michael A. Chisnell, Jr., CFP®, QPFC, AIF®, CBC Board Chair, 2018
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GREETINGS! It is a pleasure and an honor to serve Barberton Community Foundation as its new executive director. With a proud history, the Foundation has been a cornerstone of the community for over 20 years and has strengthened so many aspects of life in Barberton.
Many people in Barberton have shared with me stories of the good work of the Foundation since its inception in 1996, and I’ve learned that Barberton Community Foundation has awarded over 3,400 grants and scholarships totaling more than $82 million and has invested over $22 million more to promoting job creation, neighborhood improvements and educational opportunities within Barberton. Others have told me of the Foundation’s beginnings and of its legacy – solid and lasting – created by people who cared about the future of their children and of their city. So many people in the community have been, and continue to be, involved in making sure the Foundation is a community champion and a leader of collaborative community action. Now Barberton Community Foundation has a new strategic plan and is poised to strengthen its position as a leader, foster collaboration, and create a stronger legacy of philanthropy. With the guidance of the Board of Directors, the Foundation will move strategically towards a more direct and impactful partnership with the City of Barberton and Barberton City Schools. We’ll also champion and support an engaged, vibrant, innovative, and healthy community—and I am delighted to be a part of that. What I found integral to the plan is our vision statement, which reads, “We envision an improved quality of life for Barberton residents now and forever.” To meet this vision, our mission statement reads: “Barberton Community Foundation will strengthen the Barberton community for current and future generations by providing leadership, fostering collaboration, and creating a legacy of giving to do good.” I hope you agree that the legacy of giving is vital as we grow the Foundation so that generations, now and in the future, can thrive and prosper. I look forward to hearing from our many donors about their hopes and wishes for Barberton and I also hope to hear more Barberton stories as I learn more about this wonderfully vibrant and proud community. Warm Regards,
Suzanne Allen, Ph.D Executive Director
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GAME CHANGER AWARDS Game changer. We hear the phrase all the time. It means changing the course of events to a new direction. For nineteen years, Barberton Community Foundation has recognized people and organizations who have become game changers by making a difference. Elwood Palmer and the Lake Anna YMCA received the 2018 Game Changer awards. Elwood Palmer was recognized for his dedication as Barberton’s public service director from 1999-2014. He also represented the city’s Third Ward on Barberton City Council. Additionally, Elwood served as lieutenant governor for Ohio District Kiwanis. Magic City Kiwanis service projects include: high school senior luncheons, continuing support of Safety Town, pool maintenance at Camp Manatoc, bell ringing for the Salvation Army, and funding the O.C. Barber statue – among many more. It is people like Elwood Palmer who live the words of Coretta Scott King: “The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members.” Because of people like Elwood Palmer, Barberton is a great place to live. Lake Anna YMCA was selected because it is more than just a fitness center. Opened in 2007, it serves thousands from Barberton and beyond. The 57,000 square-foot facility features a six-lane competition swimming pool with a kids play area, large wellness center, basketball gym, multiple exercise rooms, the Barberton Community Center (Parks and Rec.), Active Adults Division, and the Anna Dean physical therapy and performance center, operated by Summa Barberton Hospital. The Lake Anna YMCA is a place where people of all ages have access to the programs and facilities that help nourish mind, spirit, and body – as the YMCA mission states. From swimming, weight lifting, and exercise machines to diabetes screenings, prayer breakfasts, and pajama parties, the YMCA is truly a community center...the healthy heartbeat of Barberton.
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A SPECIAL KIND OF INFRASTRUCTURE People (Especially The Little Ones) Are the Best Community Investment Another way Barberton Community Foundation invests in the future of Barberton is by supporting the school district’s preschool program. According to the researchers who contributed to Duke University’s “The Current State of Scientific Knowledge on Pre-Kindergarten Effects,” preschool math and literacy skills better prepare Barberton students for the Ohio Kindergarten Readiness Assessment and later, the Third Grade Reading Guarantee mandate. Their research also points to greater gains from disadvantaged households, meaning children who have had early experiences of economic scarcity gain more from preschool programs than their more advantaged peers. The physical, social, and intellectual activities of preschool do more than just keep young children occupied and prepare them for tests. It builds brain power. We believe that brain power is just another kind of infrastructure because preschool benefits the entire community. How? By empowering our young neighbors with the advantages that can position them – and our community – to succeed and excel. During this critical period – ages three and four – children establish some of their most lingering strengths, such as a strong vocabulary, motor skills, physical fitness prowess and the ability to focus, listen, and show teamwork. Studies indicate that preschoolers who develop these critical skills are more likely to graduate from college. For Barberton Community Foundation, that’s a smart investment – not just in children – but in future leaders and good citizens of Barberton and beyond.
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INVESTMENT IN EXPANSION Barberton Preschool launched in 2017 and is licensed by the Ohio Department of Education. The project was started because school administrators knew there was a need for more affordable preschool programming in the city. They turned to Barberton Community Foundation as an important partner and facilitator. Barberton Preschool is housed in the administration building for efficiency. However, it quickly became apparent the preschool was an added bonus for administration staff. It is common to see Superintendent Jeff Ramnytz and other staff take a break, go down the hall, and interact with the children. This personal engagement helps the young students as well, welcoming them to the school district and making them feel at home. Past Superintendent Patti Cleary said, “As a school employee, there is no better reminder of our mission than taking a break to watch the preschool kids in that program.”
Preschool Program requested the Foundation’s help. In 2018 Barberton Community Foundation was able to fund an additional two classrooms for the 2018-2019 school year. The program is expected to continue expanding to serve about 250 children. This program has proven to be a great success and we are confident that it is just the beginning of great results as more and more Barberton children attend Barberton Preschool. We look forward to their growth, year after year, as they build their character and intellect, preparing to become tomorrow’s leading citizens.
The Foundation granted funds in 2017 for many of the initial classroom amenities needed to engage young students – books, games, puzzles, paints, and toys. The rooms include an indoor playground, tricycles, and water tables. The program opened with two classrooms and serviced 60 typical and special education children. The program is popular and growing. During the first year of operations, 45 families were on a waiting list. Wanting to expand, the Barberton Schools
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MISSION
VISION
GOALS
The mission of Barberton Community Foundation is to strengthen the Barberton community for current and future generations by providing leadership, fostering collaboration, and creating a legacy of giving to do good.
We envision an improved quality of life for Barberton residents, now and forever. We strive to fulfill our mission of supporting the City of Barberton, Barberton School District, and public health by serving as a catalyst and resource to effectively respond to community needs.
Barberton Community Foundation aspires to create a synergistic organization that includes government, school, and community stakeholders to advance Barberton’s economic development and education priorities for building a better Barberton. In addition, Barberton Community Foundation intends to leverage its unique position as a community leader to encourage individual donor, corporate, and public investment to fund opportunities for building a better Barberton.
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LEADERSHIP AN INCREASE IN DISTRIBUTIONS
The 2018 story is all about leadership. Measured community leadership supported by a committed, hardworking board and staff, who managed the mission against the challenges and headwinds that face nonprofits. The Foundation distributed more than $3 million in 2018, an increase of over 5% from the previous year.
PRI INVESTMENTS INCREASE BY $600K
We invested $1.6 million in the PRI program* – increasing the Foundation’s commitment to economic development. This support helps bring new business and residential opportunities to our community, such as helping first time home buyers, and the June, 2019 opening of the Akron Rubber Development Lab’s Robinson Avenue Barberton campus. *Barberton Community Development Corporation Program PRI Loan Fund and the Neighborhood Conservation Services PRI Program (NCS PRI Program).
NEW FOOTBALL FIELD TURF A DONOR AND COMMUNITY INITIATIVE In 2018, the Barberton All-Sports Boosters partnered with Barberton City Schools and the Foundation with a goal of raising $775,000. An auction of sports memorabilia raised more than $72,000, three times more than was expected. The auction included pieces of Barberton sports history, a Tom Brady jersey, and one of LeBron James’ shoes. With a lead gift from the Tuscora Park and Wellness Foundation of $100,000, in addition to essential in-kind services from Barberton Tree Service, the effort has raised over $576,000 of the estimated $775,000 project. This remarkable outpouring of community support resulted in a new, durable football field turf at Barberton High School stadium. The updated sports facility makes Barberton competitive as a world-class facility, including as a playoff host site. Our carefully managed donor-designated funds also made six more community charitable events possible, including the annual Chicken Open, the Greynolds Memorial Classic Basketball Tournament, and the Salvation Army Labor Day Barbecue.
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2018 YEAR IN REVIEW
Total Distribution $3,068,025 in Donor Fund Grants & Scholarships
Granted $2,867,934
Through Barberton Community Foundation and Donor funds
Provided $200,091 in Educational Scholarships Created a
NEW Strategic Plan Provided $36,000 for Economic Development
Helped raise $148,984Â for 7 Community Fundraising Initiatives & Events
FUND DISTRIBUTION IN 2018 $200,091
$541,830.32
$2,326,103
Total grants minus school debt Scholarship Awards Annual School Debt
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS BACK ROW (L-R)
Mayor William Judge Craig Megyes Mike Vinay Jason Slater Debra Shreiner Jim Bauschlinger Tina Linton Paul Epner Edna Boyle FRONT ROW (L-R)
Dennis Liddle (Chair) Josh Gordon (Vice-Chair) Jennifer Bidlingmyer (Treasurer) Lynne Holcomb (Secretary) NOT PICTURED
Brett Haverlick Jeff Ramnytz
OUR STAFF JANE LITZ Chief Financial Officer
DR. SUZANNE T. ALLEN Executive Director
CARLINA CROSTON Administrative Assistant
FRIENDS OF THE FOUNDATION
Michael Chisnell
Chadwick Klein
Brett Fogle
Kathy Maybin
Mary Jo Goss
Michele Scott-Taylor
Tom Harnden
Melanie Vinay
Paula Kallio
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COMMUNITY IMPACT THANK YOU, BARBERTON SCHOOL EMPLOYEES In 2018, Barberton City School employees instituted an employee payroll charitable contribution program, generating $4,378 for Barberton charities. Employers, ask the Foundation how to give your team the opportunity to contribute to Barberton causes.
NOW & FOREVER FUNDS Among this program’s many highlights is the Holiday Elf Fund, begun in 2016. It provides shoes, coats, and other necessities for deserving families.
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HONORING ESTHER RYAN
BURNETTE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Esther Ryan, a retired nurse, founded a cause that became the Esther Ryan Shoe Fund which provides footwear to children in need. Esther Ryan passed away in May, 2019.
A new scholarship fund honors beloved high school teacher, Karen Lee Burnette. Established in 2018, the Karen Lee Burnette Memorial Scholarship Fund raised $36,075 for scholarships to BHS graduates.
DONORS MAKE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES POSSIBLE Do you like the Barberton Parks & Recreation Summer Concert Series? This series is made possible thanks to Foundation donors who raised over $12,000 in 2018.
HOW DOES A GOLF TOURNAMENT HELP THE FIRE DEPTARTMENT? Your contributions make a difference! Proceeds from the Casa Del Ranchero golf tournament were donated to the City of Barberton Safety Services fund which purchased three fire safety kits for search and rescue use by the Barberton Fire Department.
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OUR DONORS Advanced Insurance Designs Inc.
Ms. Beth Bowling
Deaton Trucking LLC
Growing Wings Adult Services
Aetna Integrated Services
Ms. Rose Boyd
Debevec Construction
Bill & Sara Gruver
Air Force One
Mr. John Boyle
Ms. Shawna Decola
Mr. Robert Guilda
Aizas Hawaiian Ice
Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Boyle
Deep Cleaning Solutions
Mr. and Ms. Jeffrey D. Habegger
Akron Area YMCA
Mr. Tommy Brabson
Mr. Mark Denchik
Mr. and Mrs. Larry C. Hall
Akron Summit Community Action, Inc.
Mr. Jared Bramlett
Mrs. Christine M. Dent
Mr. Eric Hanlin
Albert Screenprint Inc.
Ms. Rose Bresson
Ms. Johanne Despot
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas L. Harnden
Mr. Richard M. Alexander
Mr. Brian Brown
Mrs. Lisa M. Devenport
Ms. Roberta M. Harris
Mr. and Mrs. Lee Alkire
Mr. Christopher Bruner
Ms. Carolyn DeVore
Mr. and Mrs. Brett Haverlick
Mr. Bill H. Allen
Brunton Chisnell Advisors
Mr. Robert J. DeVore
Haywood Electric, Inc.
Ms. Kathleen J. Aman
Ms. Marilyn Buck
Mr. John DeWitt
Dr. Bruce and Dr. Lynn Herpy
AmazonSmile
Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs, LLC
Mrs. Nicole R. DeWitt
Hodges Cafe Inc.
American Association of Retired Persons Inc.
Ms. Tina Buckler and Mr. Russell Deaton
DGL Financial Services, LLC
Mrs. Stacey L. Hoffman
AngelFAX, LLC
Mr. Matthew W. Burkett
Mr. Benjamin Diehl
Mr. and Mrs. Keith Holcomb
Mr. and Mrs. Butch Angeloff
Ms. Jen Burkhard
DiMeo Schneider & Associates, LLC
Hopocan Gardens, Inc.
Ms. Connie Anger
Mr. Marco Burnette
Mr. and Mrs. Frederick D. Dodson Sr.
Mr. Lawrence Hornacek
Mr. & Mrs. John Angerer
Mr. and Mrs. Michael D. Burnette
Mr. David W. Douglas
Mr. Paul Hornacek
Mr. and Mrs. Shawn Anlaldi
BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT)
Mrs. Barb A. Dunwald
Mr. and Mrs. Scott Hornacek
Mr. John G. Anushock
Ms. Susan Caetta
East New Haven, LLC
Mr. and Mrs. Paul Howe
Mr. Michael L. Andric
Mr. Eric Calder
East of Chicago Pizza
Ms. Julie Huckreide
Mr. James Arnett
Calming Comfort Massage Therapy
Eberhardt Landscaping & Lawn Service, Inc.
Mr. James Hudson
Apple Growth Partners, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. James N. Campbell
Mr. and Mrs. Bill Eberhardt
Ms. Jean M. Hurbean
Mr. and Mrs. Bobby R. Austin
Campfield-Hickman-Collier Funeral Home
Mr. and Mrs. Mike Eberhart
Ms. Ann Hutchison
AxessPointe Community Health Center
Canal Fulton Provision
Mr. and Mrs. Charles J. Ebner
Ignite Brewing Company, Ltd.
Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth T. Baker
Mr. and Mrs Brian A. Canale
Eshbaugh Insurance Services, LLC
Mr. Dave Incorvati
Mr. Steve Bakita
Mr. David Canale
Faith Gym Family Fitness Center
Ms. Cindy Ionno
Ms. Rose Ann Bakita
Mr. Victor Caras
Mr. and Mrs. Steve Fasig
Mr. Steve Ionno
Ms. Angela J. Barber
Cardinal Safety Products, Inc.
Fehr’s Corner Cafe
Ms. Francis Izo
Barberton All Sports Booster Club
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Carlucci
Finding Leaders
Mr. George Izo
Barberton Area Jaycees
Ms. Jacqueline M. Carpas
First Baptist Church of Barberton
Ms. Marilyn Izo
Barberton Band Boosters
Casa del Ranchero
First Hungarian Benefit Society
Jack Lengyel Consulting, LLC
Barberton Citizens Hospital Medical Staff
C. C. Supply
Mrs. Shirley Fister
Ms. Melissa Jenkins
Barberton City School District
Centimark Innovative Roofing and Flooring Solutions
Mr. and Ms. Benjamin A. Flaker
Mr. and Mrs Charles H. Jobe Jr.
Ms. Michele Cerne
Mr. Bradley Fogle
Mr. Dale W. Jacobs
Mr. Aaron Fox
Mr. Bob Jernigan
Mr. and Mrs. Curtis Fox
John Dow Industries, Inc.
Fox Bros Construction
Juan Landscaping
Mr. Jerry D. Fox
Mayor and Mrs. William Judge
Mr. Paul E. Frank
K of C #3410 Charities Fund
Friends of William Judge
Mrs. Paula M. Kallio
State Representative Tavia B. Galonski
Gay Lynn Kapish
Mr. and Mrs. Robert N. Gandee
Mr. and Mrs. Bob Kasik
Ms. Joanne Garabito
Leslie and Fredrick Kass
Gator Auto & Boat Upholstery
Kaylyssa Inc. dba East of Chicago
Ms. Helen Gahera
KEM Advertising and Printing, LLC
Ms. Amber Genet
Kenmore Construction Co., Inc.
Ms. Irene G. George
Ms. Kimberly Kerr
Gerber Farm Division
Mr. Matthew Kilway
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Gercken
Mrs. Barbara L. Kirbawy
Mr. John Gilkerson
Kiwanis Club of Barberton
Glaus, Pyle, Schomer, Burns & DeHaven, Inc.
Dr. and Mrs. Leonard R. Klein
Dr. and Mrs. Douglas A. Gormley
Ms. Renee Knebel
Mr. David Gormley
Mr. and Mrs. Olan Koehler
Mr. and Mrs. Wane Goss
Ms. Jessica L. Krege
Ms. Sandy Gotto
Mr. Michael Krietemeyer
Mr. Tony Gotto
Mr. and Mrs. John J. Kriston
Mr. Thomas Gough
Mr. George E. Krska
Green Diamond Grille & Pub
Ms. Angela Kunkler
Ms. Lisa Greenaway
Mrs. Lori A. Kuziak
Mr. Justin Greer
L.A. Tool and Supply Co.
Mr. and Mrs. Jack Greynolds Jr.
Laborer’s Int’l Union of N America Local #894
Mr. Kenneth J. Greynolds Jr.
Lady Magics Basketball, Inc.
Barberton Firefighters Association Local #329 Barberton FOP Lodge 13 Barberton Moose Lodge #759 Barberton Printcraft, Inc. Barberton Sports Hall of Fame Barberton Tree Service, Inc. Barberton Youth Football Association Barberton Youth Soccer Association, Inc. Mr. Sandor Baska Ms. Carol A. Bauer Janel Baughman and Jill Sutton Mrs. Harry Bauschlinger James and Becky Baushlinger Mr. Jamy Bechler Mr. and Mrs. Bruce E. Beckle Belgrade Gardens Mr. and Mrs. Jack Bell Mr. and Mrs. Tom Bell Mr. and Mrs. Tom Benedict Mrs. Linda Bernat Bethany McKenney for City Council Mr. & Mrs. Brian and Jennifer Bidlingmyer Mrs. Marty Bidlingmyer Mr. and Mrs. Tim Birkinstalk Mr. Alan Bittinger Mr. Aaron Blake Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Bodnar Mr. Glen Bole Mrs. Cynthia A. Boswell
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Mr. Michael Chisnell Jr. and Mrs. Stacy Chisnell Ms. Diane Chrisco Christian Healthcare Ministries Ms. Susan Cianciola Ms. Heidi Cichm City of Barberton Mrs. Patricia J. Cleary Mr. Brandon Clum College Now Greater Cleveland Mrs. Juleen Colombo Mr. and Mrs. Douglas L. Cook Mr. and Mrs. David R. Cooper Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Copeland Ms. Dawn M. Corsaro Mr. Kenneth R. Cox Mr. and Mrs. Roger E. Cramer Mr. Tim S. Crawford Mr. Robert Critchfield Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center, LLC CT Consultants, Inc. Mr. James Cuckler Cunningham Auto Repair Services Inc. Mr. Duane E. Daily Ms. Jodi Danes Dash10 Digital Ms. Donna Deane Ms. Evelyn M. Dearth
OUR DONORS Landscapes by Sanchez
Mr. and Mrs. David Monk
Rizzi Distributors, Inc.
Ms. Joan Tonathy
Mr. Ken Lasky
Ms. Jennifer Jo Monroe
Rocky’s Gas Station
Ms. Anne Tropea
Ms. Laura M. Lapehn
Mr. and Mrs. Mike Moore
Roderick Linton Belfance, LLP
Ms. Kris Turnbaugh
Leach’s Meats & Sweets
Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Morber
Rotary Club of Barberton
Tuscora Park Health & Wellness Foundation
Karen and Michael Leffler
Mr. Jack Morgan
S.A. Comunale Co., Inc.
United States Plastic Equipment, LLC
Lenny’s Collision Center
Mr. Jay A. Morgan
Mr. and Mrs. John R. Sabol
United Way of Portage County
Lewis Landscaping & Nursery, Inc.
Mosholder Realty
Ms. Megan Schanz
United Way of Summit County
Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Liddle Jr.
Mr. Randy R. Mountz
Ms. Sarah Sedutor
Ms. Dottie Urich
Liddle Family Charitable Fund
Mulch Makers of Ohio, Inc.
Schell’s Automotive
Mr. Zolst Varga and Mrs. Jean Jenkins-Varga
Linger Janitorial & Maintenance Services, LLC
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Muren
Ms. Kathy Seiba
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1066
Liniform Service
Ms. Brittany Murphyfire
Mr. Jeff Sharkey
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Vinay
Ms. Margaret Lipscomb
Rev. Dr. Victor A. Myers
Mr. Rudy A. Sharkey
Ms. Phyllis Vinez
Ms. Jane Litz
National Association of Letter Carriers
Mr. and Mrs. Russel W. Shreiner
Mr. Nick Vitalbo
LRC Magic City Investors
Mr. Gene Neely
Mr. Craig Shuster
Ms. Rachel Vitez
Barbara Luck
Neighborhood Development Services
Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Sickman
Mr. Dennis Vanke
Mr. and Mrs. Keith Luck
Ms. Melissa Nelson
Silva-Hostetler Funeral Home, LLC
Mr. Robert C. Walker
Mr. and Mrs. Robert M. Lukezic
Ms. Randa Nemer
Ms. Janice Simms
Ms. Joyce A. Walker
Mr. John Lysenko
Neptune Equipment Company
Mr. and Mrs. Chuck Sincel
Mr. and Mrs. George T. Walters
M & M’s Taphouse
New Horizon Federal Credit Union
Mr. and Mrs. Boleslaw J. Skora
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Waltz
Ms. Judie MacDonald
Ms. Angela Newlan
Mr. and Mrs. Jason Slater
Ms. Joanne Wargo
Mr. John Mackovic
Mr. Rohn Noirat
Mr. and Mrs. Carl Smeller
Ms. Patricia L. Warner
Magic City Brewing Company
Mr. and Mrs. Michael W. Norris
Ms. Tammie Sneed
Ms. Beth Wasch
Magic City Democratic Club
Mr. Jason C. Ondrus
Softball Players Association, LLC
Ms. Deborah Wasch
Magic City Drain Services
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas R. Oplinger
Mr. Dale Soltis
Mr. Jeff Wasch
Magic City Kiwanis
O’Reilly Automotive, Inc.
Ms. Beverly A. Somerick
Ms. Karen G. Watson
Magic City Motorcars, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Donny Ortman
Dr. Nancy M. Somerick
Ms. Tina Watson
Magic City Subs
Mr. Dan Orzech
South Summit Chamber of Commerce
Wayne Homes
Magic City’s Remarkable Diner
Mr. David L. Osborne
Southeast Security Corporation
Dr. and Mrs. Don Wehling
Magical Theatre Company
Mr. Jake Palidar
Mr. Mike Soyars
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Weigand
Mrs. Lori J. Manning
Mr. Elwood Palmer
Spencer Tax Service
Mr. Ted Weinsheimer
Ms. Anita Mann
Ms. Mary J. Pamer
Ms. Diane Sprinkle
Mr. and Mrs. Ronnie Welch
Manorcare Health Services
Paul J. and Brooke Williams Pamer
Ms. Linda K. Stalder
West End Hardware
Mr. and Mrs. Charles A. Marino
Papa-Roni’s Pizza
Ms. Kathy Steele
Whitehouse Chicken
Mr. and Mrs. David Mariola
Mr. and Mrs. Tim Papp
Mr. David R. Stephens
Mr. Thom Whithem
Mr. and Mrs. Donald R. Martin
Ms. Barbara Parks
Mrs. Diana Stevenson
Mr. and Mrs. Jay P. Whitman
Mr. and Mrs. Duane S. Matheson
Ms. Deidre Parsons
Mr. James M. Stewart
Wichert Insurance
Mrs. Lois Matney
Ms. Sara Paugh
Stinnett, Padrutt & Aranyosi Co.
Ms. Brenda Wiles
Maumee Bay Landscape, LLC
Peyahov Endeavors II, LLC
Mr. Conrad Storad
Ms. Lisa L. Wiley
Mr. and Mrs. Bruce J. May
Mr. Ray Pfeister
Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Strott
Mr. and Mrs. Richard R. Wiley
Mrs. Kathryn Maybin
Gail and Tim Phillips
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen J. Struckel
Mr. Todd Wiley
Mr. Douglas S. McBain and Mrs. Carla B. Dittman McBain
Mr. Jeff Phillips
Mr. Tim Stults
Mrs. Elizabeth Wilson
Mr. and Mrs. Dan McCoy
Ms. Nicole Pickelsimer
Mr. Todd Sulek
Mr. Josh Wilson
Pleasant View Nursing Home, Inc.
Summa Health Corporate Office
Mr. and Mrs. Eric J. Winebrenner
Mr. and Mrs. David Plucinski
Summit Artspace
Mr. Thom Withem
Mr. Nick Plucinski
Summit Construction Company, LLC
Mr. and Mrs. Don Wood
Mr. and Mrs. David Polacek
Summit Landscape & Lawncare
Mr. David Woodford
Mr. Joe Polacek
Summit Toyota of Akron
Ms. Mary Lou Woodford
Ms. Joy Polacek
Sutter O’Connell Attorneys
Wright Tool Company
Mr. and Mrs. William W. Pritchard
Mr. Scott Sutter
Mr. and Mrs. John Yarsa
Ms. Jacqui Pruszynski
Ms Jennifer Sutton
Rev. and Mrs. Ralph L. Young
Mr. and Mrs. Eric P. Ralston
Swigart-Easterling Funeral Home, Inc.
Mr. Raymond M. Yurick
Ms. Debra Ramsey
Mr. Kyle Sykes
Ms. Cynthia Zimmerman
Ms. Sue Ramsey
Tahoma Rubber and Plastics
Mr. Rocci Ratay
Mr. and Mrs. Terry Taylor
Mr. Dale G. Ray Jr.
Terpco Industrial Products
Mr. Dale G. Ray III
The Cardinal Rubber Company
Mr. James F. Ray
Ms. Beth Thomas
Mr. and Mrs. Dennis W. Renninger
Ms. Carla Thomas
Pamela Rockich
Mr. Norbert D. Thompson and Michelle T. Laboon
Mr. and Mrs. Gary B. McDonald Ms. Sheila McGhee Ms. Patricia L. McGinnis Mr. and Mrs. Todd M. McKenney Ms. Lisa J. McLean Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. McNulty Medical Mutual of Ohio Mr. Rich Mehok Brian and Kathy Miller Charitable Fund Mrs. Heather Miller Lisa Okolish Miller and Brian Miller Robert L Miller Associates Mr. and Mrs. Wayland Miller Ms. Carol Mitchell Mr. and Mrs. James C. Mitchell Mr. Jon Mitchell Mr. Keith Mitchell Mr. Richard Mitchell Mr. Butch Monchilov
Mr. Larry T. Ricks Ms. Annalisa Ries Ms. Debora Ritz
TL Landscape, Ltd. Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Todd
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BARBERTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FUNDS A.O. Austin Engineering Scholarship Fund: to assist Barberton youth pursuing a post-secondary degree in engineering disciplines of electrical, mechanical, civil, industrial, or chemical engineering. AAA Barberton/Ohio Auto Club Scholarship Fund: to support Barberton High School graduates pursuing a degree in technical education. Priority given to those going into a career field aligned with the auto industry and/or the Auto Club. Albert W. & Rose E. Kimak Charitable Foundation of Summit County, Ohio: Barberton Community Health Clinic: to benefit the Barberton Community Health Clinic. Barberton Alumni Physician Fund: to fund organizations that provide medical education for Barberton physicians and nurses and other appropriate charitable causes, with a focus on health-related ventures. Barberton Alumni Physician Scholarship Fund: to support eligible students pursuing a degree in nursing, a premedical field or medical students, as well as allied health professional fields. Barberton Area Community Ministries: to assist BACM, or its successor, in the execution of their stated purpose. Barberton Band Boosters’ Henda Jones Memorial Scholarship Fund: to provide Barberton High School students with the costs associated with post high school education. Barberton Beautification Pass-Through & Endowment Funds: to provide funding for the City of Barberton’s Beautification Department and the on-going beautification efforts throughout the City of Barberton. Barberton Better Block Pass Through Fund- to provide an avenue for securing funding for the 2017 Better Block event in Barberton Ohio, planned for July 28 & 29, 2017. This fund may be used for future similar endeavors in downtown Barberton or other activities within the City of Barberton which the Foundation deems an effort to enhance the image of the City
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and raise awareness of the many benefits and opportunities available within the City. Barberton Bicycle Safety Pass-Through Fund: to educate and promote public safety by funding expenses associated with promoting and teaching bicycle safety to youth in the City of Barberton. Barberton City Schools Synthetic Football Field Turf Fund: to provide funding for Barberton City Schools to install synthetic field turf into Sharkey stadium. Barberton Community Foundation Board of Directors Scholarship Fund: to assist Barberton High School graduates with the cost of college. Barberton Community Health Clinic PassThrough & Endowment Funds: to assist with operating expenses for Barberton’s free healthcare clinic, serving the uninsured and underinsured. Barberton Community Leadership Institute Pass-Through Fund: to provide assistance to Barberton residents selected to participate in the program, or by supporting the annual class project. Can also support Barberton residents participating in other leadership programs through Leadership Akron. Barberton Elks Lodge 982 Memorial Endowment Fund for the Barberton Community Health Clinic: to benefit the Barberton Community Health Clinic. Barberton Elks Lodge 982 Memorial Scholarship Fund: to help Barberton High School students with the cost of college. Barberton Head Start Endowment Fund: to assist Barberton Head Start (Akron Summit Community Action) with the cost of providing services. Barberton High School Alumni Scholarship Fund: to help Barberton High School graduates with the cost of college.
Barberton High School Class of 1967 City Improvement Pass-Through Fund: to represent the class of 1967 through the purchase of an honorary bench in the City of Barberton. Barberton Historical Society PassThrough & Endowment Funds: to assist the Barberton Historical Society with acquiring, refurbishing and/or maintaining any historic O.C. Barber property. Barberton Parks Department Senior Focus Fund: to aid the Parks Department in providing programs for senior citizens. Barberton Parks Department Summer Entertainment Now & Forever Fund: to support Barberton’s summer entertainment activities, including the concert series and fireworks. Barberton Parks Department Youth-InAction Fund: to promote healthy lifestyles for Barberton youth through creative programming. Barberton PTA Council Muffet Family Scholarship Endowment Fund: to help Barberton High School students with the cost of college. Barberton PTA Council Scholarship Endowment Fund: to assist Barberton High School students with the cost of college. The student or their parent/ guardian must be a current member of the Barberton PTA. Barberton Public Library Now & Forever Fund: to support the on-going operation and programs/projects of the library. Barberton Salvation Army Now & Forever Fund: to provide direct support for Barberton Salvation Army programs and community initiatives. Bill & Kim Eberhardt Special Education Scholarship Fund: to assist a Barberton High School graduate or City of Barberton resident majoring in Special Education or related field. Bonnie J. Myers College Prep Support Fund: to support college preparatory costs associated with preparing students to apply for higher education.
Bonnie Joyce Myers Memorial Mum Fest Arch Fund: to provide support for the mum arch display at the City’s annual Mum Festival. Bonnie Joyce Myers Memorial Scholarship Fund: to help Barberton High School graduates majoring in secondary education or career and technical education at Kent State University. Chicken Open Pass-Through Fund: to support the needs of the Barberton community, and may include health and welfare, education, social services, or other organizations that improve the quality of life in Barberton and serve Barberton residents. Cianciola/Macko Scholarship Fund: to assist Barberton High School students planning to major in a food or business related field with the cost of college. City of Barberton Safety Services PassThrough Fund: to support the City of Barberton’s Police Department and Fire Department. Coalition of Concerned Christians PassThrough Fund: to assist the Coalition of Concerned Christians & Soup Kitchen, or its successor, in the execution of their stated purpose. Craig Wilson Journalism Scholarship Fund: to help Barberton High School graduates majoring in journalism. Dr. Douglas A. Gormley Scholarship Fund: to support Barberton High School graduates in obtaining their scholastic goals of postsecondary education. Dr. Milan Pavkov Scholarship Fund: to assist Barberton High School graduates pursuing a degree in education. Dr. Robert Littlejohn Barberton Red Cross Endowment Fund: to benefit the Barberton Red Cross. Dr. Robert Littlejohn Barberton Salvation Army Endowment Fund: to benefit the Barberton Salvation Army.
Employees of Barberton Tree Service Scholarship Fund in Honor of Keith Luck: to assist a graduating Barberton High School senior or adult Barberton High School graduate in the pursuit of post-secondary education in a trade-based curriculum (agricultural, electrical, masonry, etc.). Esther Ryan Endowment Fund: to provide shoes, clothing and other necessities to Barberton children in need. Former Mayor Kenneth and Marjorie Cox Barberton Charitable Donor Advised Fund: to improve the quality of life of Barberton residents through the provision of financial support to programs and projects for general charitable or educational purposes. Genet Family Leadership Scholarship Fund: to assist one graduating Barberton High School senior with educational postsecondary costs of tuition, books, and fees. Greynolds Family Community Fund: to continue the efforts of the Greynolds Family by giving back to the Barberton Community with specific support going to benefit The Esther Ryan Shoe Fund. Harnden Family Fund for Academic Excellence: to provide financial assistance to those individuals and/or organized Barberton City School District students participating in academically related competition at the State of Ohio, the national or international levels. Harry Bauschlinger Scholarship Fund: to assist Barberton High School students majoring in education. Heart of Gold Humane Fund: to provide services so that low-income Barberton residents can spay or neuter their dogs and cats and also assist with the cost of rabies vaccines. Payments are made to the Humane Society, PetFix or One of a Kind Pet Spay/ Neuter Clinic. Helen and Verne Scott Scholarship Fund: to assist Barberton residents with educational costs associated with a career in construction management.
Holiday Elf Now & Forever Fund: to support Barberton City Schools in providing food, clothing and gifts to students and their families for the holidays and at other times during the school year based on the need as determined by the Barberton City Schools. James A. and Juleen Colombo Scholarship Fund: to assist Barberton High School graduates majoring in elementary education. Jeep Davis Olympic Hopeful Fund: to provide Barberton school age athletes with direct training and/or competition expenses during the period in their athletic career when other sponsorship is not available or can also assist Barberton athletic teams. Jeep Davis Youth Sports Now & Forever Fund: to support Barberton youth sports programs via the Barberton Parks and Recreation Commission regardless of the sport. Jim and Kay Stonkus Barberton Betterment Fund: to improve the quality of life for the residents of Barberton. John & Ruth Wagner Pass-Through Fund: to improve and maintain the Lake Anna fountain which Mr. Wagner was instrumental in having redone. May also be used to erect a bench around Lake Anna in Mr. Wagner’s memory. Justin Winebrenner Fund: to improve the quality of life of Barberton residents with a primary focus on the betterment of Barberton youth through various programs. Karen Lee Burnette Memorial Scholarship Fund: to assist Barberton area students with the cost of attending college. K. Jack Greynolds Memorial Classic Fund: to assist the Lake Anna YMCA Community Center in stroke education and awareness, as well as educating and encouraging youth through various programs. Lake Anna Preservation and Improvement Pass-Through Fund: to fund expenses associated with maintenance, preservation, and improvements to Lake Anna Park and its environs.
Emilio C. Chu, M.D. Nursing Scholarship Fund: to assist Barberton residents majoring in nursing.
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BARBERTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FUNDS Lake Anna YMCA Heritage Fund: to assist in reducing the costs for Barberton residents participating in Lake Anna YMCA programs, or to provide direct funding support for Lake Anna YMCA programs. May also assist with costs for Barberton residents participating in other Akron Area YMCA programs. Larry Bidlingmyer Memorial Bike Ride Pass-Through Fund: to assist the City of Barberton Parks and Recreation Department to provide healthy youth programs such as the annual Larry Bidlingmyer Memorial Bike Ride. Larry Bidlingmyer “Mr. Bid” Outdoor Education Fund: to support the Barberton City Schools 7th grade outdoor education camp including costs related to supplies, camper fees, scholarships, and other expenses which may be incurred in order for students to participate in the program. Larry Furman Diabetes Benefit Fund: to assist Barberton citizens suffering from diabetes and assist their families with hardships caused by the disease. Leach Family Scholarship Fund: to assist Barberton High School graduates with the cost of attending college. Limitless Playground Pass-Through Fund: to provide an avenue for raising funds toward the Limitless Playground at McCafferty Park in the City of Barberton. Funds will be used toward the construction of the Limitless Playground and cover expenses including, but not limited to, play equipment, playground surfacing, excavation of project site, safety fence material and installation, labor, and park maintenance. Monies raised in excess of the initial cost of the construction will be used for continued maintenance and upkeep of the Limitless Playground. Lois and Gary Matney Scholarship Fund: to assist Barberton High School graduates with the cost of higher education in the field of registered nursing. The Fund is in memory of Nellie Welty Rouch, R.N., the mother of Lois Matney.
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Magical Theatre Company Fund: to benefit the children’s theater located in downtown Barberton. Marilyn & John May Fund for Developmentally Disabled Youth: to improve the comfort and quality of the lives of children and young adults with developmental disabilities under the age of 25 who are citizens of the City of Barberton or who attend a public or non profit private school located in Barberton. Matthew Kerr Scholarship Fund: in memory of Matthew Kerr, this scholarship will assist Barberton residents with their higher education aspirations. Medical Mutual Magical Movement Pass-Through & Endowment Funds: whether it’s physical activity, community involvement, or visual and performing arts; this fund inspires you to be the movement. Military Honor Roll Endowment Fund: to provide the funds necessary to maintain the Honor Roll located on the West side of Lake Anna and assist in the permanent upkeep of the monument. Russ Pry Law Scholarship Fund: in memory of Russ Pry, Summit County Executive, who passed away in 2016, this scholarship will be for a Barberton resident who has been accepted into a qualifying law school, or has been entered in a pre-law degree program with the intent of continuing into law school. Stewart’s Caring Place Now & Forever Fund: to provide charitable services to the City of Barberton. St. Vincent de Paul of St. Augustine Parish Endowment Fund: to improve the quality of life of Barberton residents through acts of charity to help meet the needs of the poor. Summa Barberton Hospital Endowment Fund: to assist a Barberton student attending NEOUCOM.
Technology Education Advancing Children’s Higher (TEACH) Achievement Now & Forever Fund: to assist the Barberton City School District with meeting technology needs identified to ensure the highest level of education is attained. The Brighter Barberton Fund: to create or participate in projects within our community that promote Pride of Place. The City of Barberton Disaster Relief Charitable Fund: to alleviate the economic hardship suffered by City of Barberton residents following a local disaster through the provision of disaster relief, humanitarian assistance, and related services. The City of Barberton Dog Park Now & Forever Fund: to assist in maintaining the City of Barberton’s current dog park and expanding the current and potential future dog parks as needed. The Liddle Family First Generation Scholarship Fund: to assist graduating Barberton High School students with the cost of college. The student must be a first-generation college attendee and a resident of Barberton. Thomas L. Angerer Memorial Scholarship Fund: to help Barberton High School students with the cost of college. Youth Philanthropy Endowment Fund: to support the Youth Philanthropy program in the schools.
SCHOLARSHIPS
$154,660 WITH 162 AWARDS GIVEN OUT TO 155 STUDENTS
Barberton Resident Scholarship (Barberton Community Foundation) Magna Cum Laude Scholarship (Barberton Community Foundation) Cum Laude Scholarship (Barberton Community Foundation) Barberton Community Foundation Magic Scholarship (Teachers getting AP credentials)
Barberton Community Foundation Adult Back to School Scholarships Barberton Community Foundation Board of Directors Scholarship Fund Liddle family First Generation Scholarship ACT Achiever Scholarship (Barberton Community Foundation) AAA Barberton Ohio Auto Club Scholarship Fund Thomas L. Angerer Memorial Scholarship Fund A.O. Austin Engineering Scholarship Fund Harry Bauschlinger Scholarship Fund Barberton High School Alumni Scholarship Fund Cianciola/Macko Scholarship Fund Dr. Douglas A. Gormley Scholarship Fund Barberton Elks Lodge 982 Memorial Scholarship Fund James A. and Juleen Columbo Scholarship Fund Karen Lee Burnette Memorial Scholarship Fund Matthew Kerr Scholarship Fund Leach Family Scholarship Fund Lois and Gary Matney Scholarship Fund Barberton PTA Council Muffet Family Scholarship Endowment Fund Summa Barberton Hospital Endowment Fund for NEOMED Barberton Alumni Physician Scholarship Fund Barberton PTA Council Scholarship Endowment Fund Craig Wilson Journalism Scholarship Fund
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OUR GRANTS
Barberton Community Foundation and Donor Funds funded the following nonprofits:
Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank
Junior Achievement of North Central Ohio
AxessPointe Community Health Center
Lake Anna YMCA
Barberton All Sports Booster Club
Leadership Akron
Barberton Area Community Ministries
Magic City Kiwanis
Barberton Band Boosters
Magical Theatre Company
Barberton City School District
The National Inventors Hall of Fame, Inc.
Barberton Community Health Clinic
One of a Kind Pets Spay & Neuter Clinic
Barberton Head Start Akron Summit Community Action, Inc.
The Salvation Army Soap Box Derby
Barberton Public Library St. Augustine Church Barberton VFW Post 1066 Stewart’s Caring Place Broken Chains Ministry Summa Health - Barberton Campus Child Guidance & Family Solutions Summit Artspace City of Barberton - Bike Rodeo Program United Way of Summit County City of Barberton - Safety Town Program Victory Gallop, Inc. City of Barberton Beautification Department City of Barberton - Parks and Recreation College Now Greater Cleveland Coalition of Concerned Christians Embracing Futures, Inc. Family & Community Services Greenleaf Family Center Habitat For Humanity of Summit County, Inc.
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TYPES OF FUNDS Many individuals, families, businesses, and organizations have created charitable legacies by establishing funds. Barberton Community Foundation is honored to serve as the steward of these gifts, and grateful for the opportunity to help these donors make their personal philanthropy meaningful and fulfilling. The types of funds available are:
• Endowment Funds • Pass-Through Funds • Now and Forever Funds • Scholarship Funds The Foundation currently holds more than 80 funds benefiting a wide range of interests including education, social services, citywide beautification, economic development, the arts, and much more.
PLANNED GIVING OPPORTUNITIES The inclusion of a bequest to Barberton Community Foundation in wills or living trusts can relieve the tax burden on a donor’s estate while also benefiting a charitable organization or program. The types of planned giving available include bequests, retirement accounts, charitable lead trusts, charitable remainder trusts, life insurance, and life estates. Barberton Community Foundation uses planned giving funds in a manner that is aligned with your values, life experiences, interests, and the desire you have to help the Barberton community thrive. For more information about starting your fund, please contact Suzanne Allen, Ph.D 330-745-5995
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