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Now Accepting Nominations for Woman and Senior of the Year Award

Now Accepting Nominations for Woman and Senior of the Year Award

Athens County Foundation now accepting nominations for annual awards: Woman of the Year and Senior of the Year    The Athens County Foundation is now accepting nominations for the Woman of the Year and Senior of the Year awards. These annual awards recognize contributions and leadership from those who made significant community contributions in Athens County […]

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Introducing Project Co-Create

Introducing Project Co-Create

We see the strengths of Athens County. At the Athens County Foundation, our promise is to invest in the county’s strengths. To fortify, amplify and magnify them. For 40 years we’ve been building an infrastructure that works with the county, not just in the county. In the last 10 years, we furthered that commitment by […]

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Athens County Report 2023

Athens County Report 2023

You may access the digital version of the report by clicking the download link below. A printed version will be made available to the public at the end of the quarter. The Athens County Foundation is happy to share the updated Athens County Report! In 2016, ACF commissioned a report to assess the state of […]

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Foundation Launches Fund to Boost Disc Golf Facilities in Athens County, Ohio

Foundation Launches Fund to Boost Disc Golf Facilities in Athens County, Ohio

Help make Disc Golf a cornerstone of outdoor recreation in Athens County! In an exciting initiative to enhance outdoor recreation and promote healthy lifestyles, a new fund has been established within the Athens County Foundation to support the development of disc golf facilities in Athens County. This endeavor aims to not only attract tourists but […]

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#GivingTuesday: Channeling Our Collective Generosity for Athens County

#GivingTuesday: Channeling Our Collective Generosity for Athens County

  At the Athens County Foundation, we recognize the incredible strength that resides in our people – the heartbeat of our community.   Every day, individuals across Athens County dedicate themselves to creating positive change, nurturing neighborhoods, and fostering stronger connections. Whether through visible acts of kindness or quiet gestures, each contribution plays a vital […]

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ACSD Support Fund to support 8th graders trip to Washington DC

ACSD Support Fund to support 8th graders trip to Washington DC

  The Washington, DC trip is an Athens City School District (ACSD) tradition that dates back to the 1960s! It has always been a wonderful opportunity for ACSD students to learn about the nation’s capital while making memories with their classmates that last a lifetime. Unfortunately, due to circumstances beyond the district’s control, the trip […]

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Make Your Grant Applications Stand Out 

Make Your Grant Applications Stand Out 

Grant Writing Tips from the Athens County Foundation  Welcome to an exciting chapter of your grant writing journey, where the Athens County Foundation stands by your side as your unwavering supporter. In this article, we’ll offer you some grantwriting tips to help you navigate our grantmaking process. Let’s embark on this journey together as we […]

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ATCO Legacy Fund Fall 2023 RFP

ATCO Legacy Fund Fall 2023 RFP

        ATCO Legacy Fund Request For Proposal (RFP) Fall 2024 Introduction The Athens County Board of Developmental Disabilities (ACBDD), in partnership with the Athens County Foundation, is proud to announce the 2024 Fall Request for Proposals (RFP) for the ATCO Legacy Fund. ATCO, which was the ACBDD’s adult services program for nearly 50 years, was […]

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Lessons in Leadership and Learning

Lessons in Leadership and Learning

  In the early hours of a late July morning Program Director Dani Esperanza and Manager of Operations and Special Projects Shayne Lopez embarked on a 350 mile road trip to attend the 2023 Association of Leadership Programs Conference. Beyond the miles traveled, this expedition wove together a tapestry of experiences, learning opportunities, and personal […]

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Youth Leadership Workshop Success!

Youth Leadership Workshop Success!

2023 LACY Summer Cohort Left to Right: Timmy Chesser, Parker Handley, Emily Parsons, Annabelle Lachman, Claire Abraham, Ian Buswell, Ryan Everhart, Felix Wolf, Leland Thacker, Dani Esperanza, program director. Accessibility note: all links open in new browser tab Youth Leadership Workshop Success! In the middle of June, the Athens County Foundation (ACF) hosted a summer […]

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