Foundation grants $25,000 to local nonprofits
The Hudson Community Foundation has awarded $25,000 in grants to 11 Hudson area nonprofits, according to a press release. These funds are part of HCF’s first of two biannual grant cycles.
The grants reflect the foundation’s commitment to supporting the vibrant community of Hudson and its nonprofit organizations, “who play such a vital role in making our city the wonderful place it is,” said HCF President Amy Jordan. They were made possible by the generous contributions of donors who believe in the foundation’s mission to enhance the quality of life in Hudson, she continued.
The grant recipients are Destination Hudson, Greenleaf Family Center, Habitat for Humanity of Summit County, Hudson Bandstand, Hudson Community Choruses, Hudson Community Service Association Food Pantry, Hudson Farmers Market, Hudson Library and Historical Society, State of Mind: Hudson and The Salvation Army of Summit County.
The next round of HCF grants will be issued in the fall. Applications from nonprofit organizations are due by 3 p.m. Friday, Sept. 13.
The foundation extends an open invitation to all community members to join its donor base and become partners in its efforts to enrich the lives of those in Hudson and “make Hudson a great place to live, work and play,” the press release said.
The foundation also announced its roster of 2024 scholarship winners, with awards totaling $30,000.
The scholarships were awarded from funds managed by the HCF, each with its own unique criteria and focus areas. These funds, the foundation said, “are generously supported by individuals, families and organizations passionate about investing in the education and development of our future leaders.”
The scholarship winners include: 1. Silas Graser, David F. Farrell, Jr. Memorial Scholarship; Sara Landess, Denise Lukingbeal Memorial Scholarship; Lindsay Peterson, Denise Lukingbeal Memorial Scholarship; Brogen Kapela, Dr. Robert and Charlotte Hamor Family Scholarship; Audra Lozina , Gale Ann Haller Artist Scholarship; Lindsey Ross, Gina Ciresi Memorial Scholarship; Jake Cerutti, Hajarian Family Scholarship; Jackson Warner, Hajarian Family Scholarship; Elijah Koscho, Hudson Lacrosse Scholarship; Kiersten Bolan, Hudson Hawks Cheerleading Scholarship; Ian Robb, Hudson Hawks Football Scholarship; Abby Cerutti, Kathy Miceli Memorial Scholarship Fund; Madelyn Hamm, Margaret McGrainor Scholarship; Sherry Du, Ronald McGrainor Scholarship; Zachary Young – Ronald McGrainor Scholarship; and Emily Plone, Scott Lee Memorial Scholarship. ∞