African American Community Fund Announces New Initiatives and Community Investments
- The Dayton Weekly News
- 4 days ago
- 1 min read
The African American Community Fund (AACF), a component fund of The Dayton Foundation, continues expanding its impact across the Miami Valley through strategic grantmaking and community partnerships.
In its latest update, AACF highlighted ongoing investments in education, entrepreneurship, youth development, and community-based programming designed to strengthen the Black community in Montgomery County and surrounding areas.
The fund’s leadership reaffirmed its commitment to addressing disparities while building long-term sustainability through philanthropic collaboration. AACF works by pooling resources from donors and directing funds toward nonprofits and initiatives that align with its mission.
Recent grants have supported initiatives focused on:
Youth mentorship and academic enrichment
Economic empowerment and workforce development
Cultural programming and historical preservation
Health equity initiatives
AACF leaders emphasized the importance of community participation—both through financial contributions and volunteer engagement. By strengthening its endowment and expanding partnerships, the fund aims to increase its annual grant capacity in the coming years.
Community members interested in supporting or applying for funding are encouraged to connect through The Dayton Foundation’s website for eligibility requirements and upcoming grant cycles.
AACF continues to position itself as a vehicle for collective impact—ensuring that philanthropy directly benefits the Black community in measurable and sustainable ways.
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