Empowering Minds, Transforming Lives

Melzer-Smith Foundation is dedicated to providing support and resources that foster personal growth, resilience, and positive change for individuals and communities.
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Empowering Local Students

Supporting Our Community’s Future

At the Melzer-Smith Memorial Foundation, we support Chardon High School graduates in pursuing their educational and career goals. Our fundraising events, like golf outings and scotch bowling, unite the community and raise essential scholarship funds. With strong local partnerships, we create opportunities for our youth.

Join us in making a difference—your participation or donation helps shape brighter futures.

Our Philosophy

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Make a Difference Today

Make a difference today by volunteering at our events or making a donation to support scholarships for Chardon High School graduates. Your time, effort, and generosity help us continue our mission of fostering educational opportunities and building a stronger community.

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Building Brighter Futures Together

We bring our community together through engaging events and meaningful partnerships to support Chardon High School graduates. By providing scholarships, we help these students pursue their educational and career goals, creating a foundation for their future success.

Our Vision

We empower Chardon High School graduates by providing scholarships to help them achieve their educational and career aspirations, paving the way for a brighter future in our community.

Our Outing

Join us at our exciting annual golf outing to support our mission. This fun-filled event brings the community together while raising essential funds for scholarships.

Our Sponsors

Our Foundation thrives thanks to the generous support of local businesses, community leaders and organizations that partner with us to make a lasting impact on our youth.