African American Community Fund - AACF

09/10/2026

09/03/2026

Hello AACF !

Lorain County’s biggest day of giving is back! On Thursday, September 17, Connect to a Cause brings our community together for a powerful 12-hour giving event supporting 110+ local nonprofits. I encourage you to support the causes you love, or give once to support them all. Please consider supporting the African American Community Fund (AACF) grantees as listed below, and likewise understand that your gift increases opportunities for others:

Lorain County Free Clinic, Inc.
Lorain County Urban League
Lorain Historical Society
Neighborhood Alliance
United Way of Greater Lorain County

8 a.m.–8 p.m. Give local. Make an impact. peoplewhocare.org/connecttoacause

07/22/2026

African American Community Fund - AACF followers...Your AACF is hosting our 3rd Grant & Financial Literacy Workshop!
Please take a look at the flyer for details, then select this link to reserve your spot.

https://lorain.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/list/event?event_date_id=9415

06/12/2026

Coming to the All-White, Red Carpet, Excellence Gala on 6/19/26? Our Early Bird Rate Ends Today at 5:00 pm! Select the link to secure your seat or pay more at the door: https://lorain.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/list/event?event_date_id=8920

06/05/2026

You all spoke, and we listened. At this year's Living Your Legacy Gala, on Friday, June 19, 2026 at the Lorain Brewery Company (Shipyard), we are highlighting chefs from our community with food that is good for the soul!

I urge you to secure your tickets today, because our Early Bird fee ends on 6/12/26 and the at-the-door price will increase. Select this link to reserve your seat: https://lorain.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/list/event?event_date_id=8920

06/02/2026

Hello Village !
The term "unsung" means not celebrated or praised, but we're changing that! AACF is proud to honor the often-overlooked heroes in our community. Individuals whose actions empower and uplift others without seeking the spotlight. Join us in celebrating these remarkable people at the Living Your Legacy Gala on Friday, June 19th, 5:00 PM at the Lorain Brewery and Event Center.
Let’s give recognition where it’s long overdue!

Get Your Tickets Today:
https://lorain.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/list/event?event_date_id=8920

05/24/2026

Hello Village !

The term "unsung" means not celebrated or praised, but we're changing that! AACF is proud to honor the often-overlooked heroes in our community. Individuals whose actions empower and uplift others without seeking the spotlight. Join us in celebrating these remarkable people at the Living Your Legacy Gala on Friday, June 19th, 5:00 PM at the Lorain Brewery and Event Center.
Let’s give recognition where it’s long overdue!

Get Your Tickets Today:
https://lorain.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/list/event?event_date_id=8920

05/18/2026

Hello Village !

The term "unsung" means not celebrated or praised, but we're changing that! AACF is proud to honor the often-overlooked heroes in our community. Individuals whose actions empower and uplift others without seeking the spotlight. Join us in celebrating these remarkable people at the Living Your Legacy Gala on Friday, June 19th, 5:00 PM at the Lorain Brewery and Event Center.
Let’s give recognition where it’s long overdue!

Get Your Tickets Today:
https://lorain.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/list/event... See less

04/26/2026

Are you not savvy with the QR code? Try selecting this link to reserve your tickets to the Living Your Legacy Gala:

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