The Gay Community Endowment Fund of Akron Community Foundation is now accepting grant applications for programs that support the local LGBTQ+ community. Nonprofits may apply for either an impact grant or a micro grant, with impact grants starting at $10,000 and micro grants ranging from $1,000 to $3,000. Strong preference will be given to impact grant proposals that create … [Read more...]
Gay Community Endowment Fund seeks grant proposals for LGBTQ+ programs
Beginning Nov. 15, the Gay Community Endowment Fund of Akron Community Foundation will accept grant applications for programs that support the local LGBTQ+ community. Nonprofits may apply for either an impact grant or a micro grant, with impact grants starting at $10,000 and micro grants starting at $1,000. Strong preference will be given to impact grant proposals that … [Read more...]
TransAkron photojournalism project shares stories of Akron transgender community
At its annual meeting April 19, the Gay Community Endowment Fund of Akron Community Foundation unveiled a new photojournalism series aimed at fighting stereotypes and increasing inclusion for the transgender community in Greater Akron and beyond. Created by award-winning photographer Shane Wynn and writer H.L. Comeriato, the TransAkron series shines a light on trans, … [Read more...]
Scholarship fund for LGBTQ, allied students seeks applicants
Deadline for GCEF scholarship is April 30 -- The GCEF Scholarship Fund of Akron Community Foundation is accepting scholarship applications from lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and allied students who have positively impacted the LGBTQ community. Established by the Gay Community Endowment Fund, the GCEF Scholarship Fund awards postsecondary academic scholarships to … [Read more...]
Tickets on sale now for Sugar Plum Tour
Some of the area’s finest historic and contemporary homes will open their doors Sunday, Dec. 3, from 1 to 5 p.m. for the 16th annual Sugar Plum Tour. The Sugar Plum Tour is Akron’s premier holiday home tour and the signature fundraiser of the Gay Community Endowment Fund of Akron Community Foundation. Since 2001, thousands of tourgoers have experienced the twinkling lights, … [Read more...]
Gay Community Endowment Fund seeks grant proposals for LGBT programs
The Gay Community Endowment Fund of Akron Community Foundation is accepting grant applications for programs that positively impact the local lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community, along with Greater Akron as a whole. The Gay Community Endowment Fund accepts operational, programmatic and capital requests from 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. It also encourages … [Read more...]
Sugar Plum Tour of Holiday Homes set for Dec. 3
The Gay Community Endowment Fund of Akron Community Foundation invites area residents to save the date for its 16th annual Sugar Plum Tour, which will take place Sunday, Dec. 3, from 1 to 5 p.m. The Sugar Plum Tour is Akron’s premier holiday home tour and the signature fundraiser of the Gay Community Endowment Fund. During the event, participants will have the opportunity to … [Read more...]
Local gay rights pioneer leaves lasting legacy through charity
Dr. Walter Sheppe (photo credit: Equality Virginia)A planned gift from longtime gay rights advocate Dr. Walter A. Sheppe Jr. will preserve the legacy of the former University of Akron professor forever. Dr. Sheppe, who taught biology at the University of Akron for more than 20 years, died in March at age 89, leaving more than $13,000 to the Gay Community Endowment Fund of Akron … [Read more...]
Transgender advocate to speak at Gay Community Endowment Fund event
The Gay Community Endowment Fund of Akron Community Foundation will welcome Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen, a nationally recognized transgender policy expert, as the keynote speaker at its May 7 annual gathering. Donors, supporters and community leaders are invited to attend the event, which celebrates the fund’s impact in the community and recognizes its most recent grant … [Read more...]
Scholarship fund for LGBT, allied students seeks applications
The GCEF Scholarship Fund of Akron Community Foundation is accepting scholarship applications from lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and allied students who have positively impacted the LGBT community. Established by the Gay Community Endowment Fund, the GCEF Scholarship Fund awards academic scholarships to LGBT and allied students who live or study in Medina, Portage, … [Read more...]
