When Crisis Strikes, Portage County Responds — Together.

Across Ohio, more than one million residents are at risk of losing vital food assistance due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. For thousands of families in Portage County, that could mean empty grocery shelves, skipped meals, and impossible choices between food, rent, and medicine.

While state and federal leaders debate solutions, our neighbors cannot wait.

The Portage Foundation Rapid Response Fund is here to act — now.

This fund provides emergency, flexible grants to local nonprofits and public agencies that are working on the front lines to keep Portage County families fed, housed, and safe during times of crisis. If federal food assistance programs are delayed or disrupted, these local organizations will need immediate help to meet the surge in demand.

Your donation today helps ensure:

• No family goes hungry due to federal funding gaps
• Food banks and pantries can stay stocked during surges in need
• Community stability and dignity are protected when larger systems fail

Every dollar makes an impact. The Rapid Response Fund turns community compassion into direct, local action — filling the gaps when other resources stall.

The Portage Foundation is committed to improving the quality of life in Portage County through the power of philanthropy. Since 1997, the Foundation has provided scholarships, grants, and funding to support local nonprofits and community initiatives that make a lasting impact. Our mission is to inspire, impact, and engage the Portage County community. To learn more about the Portage Foundation, visit portagefoundation.org.

Join us in standing together when it matters most.