Fundraising

Utilizing Akron Parks Collaborative as a fiscal sponsor

APC can support Friends Groups by:

Serving as their nonprofit 501(c)3 fiscal agent, which allows all donations to be tax deductible and meets the fiscal sponsorship requirement on many grant opportunities
Providing a platform to accept donations
Dispersing funds as needed
Offering pricing information about specific projects to help determine the amount of funding needed
Acting as a liaison to the city if the project requires approval

Friends Groups can meet with APC to receive guidance when developing plans for fundraising. Common discussion points and partnership opportunities include:

What is the project/initiative that requires fundraising?
Who is involved?
How long will the project/initiative take to complete?
How much funding is needed?
How will the fundraiser be promoted?
What does success look like?
How can APC offer support beyond acting as the FG’s fiscal agent?

As a reminder, the City of Akron must approve park improvements. APC will consult with the city to ensure approval is granted before fundraising begins.

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