Athens County Foundation
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Committed to Athens County The Athens Foundation has been serving the people of Athens County for 40 years. Since its beginning it has awarded over $3,500,000.
Grants focus largely on arts, culture, recreation, social services, health, environment, civic improvement, animal welfare and education in Athens County. From the initial contributions of $50 each by its eight founding members, the assets of the corporation have grown tremendously. This year, the Foundation awarded over 30 grants and other allocations to local non-profit and government agencies,
06/05/2026
We just earned our Platinum Seal of Transparency
from Candid!
Keep up with our accomplishments on our
06/04/2026
Leadership in Action! So many alumni putting their muscles and sweat where their heart is! This group was seen building a family home with Habitat for Humanity of Southeast Ohio in The Plains.
https://www.athensfoundation.org/lac20
06/03/2026
We know you have a lot to do, but you don't want to miss our gathering to develop or restore individual capacity among nonprofit staff in the area while fostering cohesion to strengthen our network and collaboration.
This retreat is open to up to 2 executive leaders from each nonprofit organization in Athens County, with all materials, refreshments, meals, and services provided free of charge.
https://www.athensfoundation.org/capacity-building
06/02/2026
The Sunset Shelter Project is officially under construction! Join our friends at HAPCAP to celebrate this milestone. All are welcome to drop in, celebrate with community members, and ask questions.
www.athensfoundation.org/project-co-create
06/01/2026
A thriving community is built when people feel safe to participate fully, openly, and authentically. The Pride Fund exists to support that vision in Athens County through community-led projects, programs, and opportunities that foster inclusion and connection.
If you’ve been inspired by the people and spirit of this community, we invite you to help sustain it. Every act of support, whether sharing, showing up, volunteering, or giving, helps strengthen a sense of belonging for our neighbors. 🌈
06/01/2026
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We're doing it again!
In honor of PRIDE MONTH a percentage of sales will be donated to the Athens Pride Foundation!
We're home now - so orders are officially open again!!
05/29/2026
With more than 60 funds dedicated to strengthening Athens County, there’s a meaningful way for everyone to give.
Explore the options and support what matters most to you—because your impact starts right here at home.
athensfoundation.org/donate-to-a-fund
05/28/2026
"Leadership Athens County exists because people before us chose to make that investment. And now it is our turn. Not simply to celebrate what this program has done for us, but to help ensure it remains possible for the people coming after us." Mallory Swaim LAC '22
https://www.athensfoundation.org/lac20
Register for the Athens County Nonprofit Executive Retreat!
We will gather on June 12 at the Athens Armory to develop or restore individual capacity among nonprofit staff in the area while fostering cohesion to strengthen our network and collaboration. Thanks to the support of the Athens County Foundation, this retreat is open to up to 2 executive leaders from each nonprofit organization in Athens County, with all materials, refreshments, meals, and services provided free of charge.
https://www.athensfoundation.org/capacity-building
05/26/2026
Congratulations to the Leadership Athens County Flagship and Youth 2026 Graduates!
Read all about it on our website and learn how you can join the over 400 alumni of the Leadership Athens County Program.
https://www.athensfoundation.org/lac-celebrates-20
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1 Armory Street , 2nd Fl
Athens, OH
45701
Opening Hours
| Monday | 9am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm |