The Thomas-Anderson Memorial Garden honors the families and groups that lived within the Historic South End community.

Historic South End Fund

An Agency Endowment Fund

The Historic South End Fund is an Agency Endowment fund set up through the Portage Foundation. This organization uses funds to continue the health, education, and economic opportunities for the Historic South End area of Kent, Ohio.

One area of focus for the fund is the continued work and improvements to the Thomas-Anderson Memorial Garden. In addition to honoring the memories of families and individuals who had lived within the neighborhood, the garden serves as a gathering spot, a food source, and learning place for the whole community.

Donations can be made by check, mailed to: The Portage Foundation, PO Box 623, Kent, Ohio, 44240. You may also donate online with debit or credit cards via PayPal by clicking on the button below.

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