Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank provides food and other essential items to individuals and families in need through a network of hunger-relief partners, while also engaging the community in hunger prevention efforts.
• Offers rental assistance programs, manage public housing units, and work to improve living conditions through various housing initiatives and community development projects.
• Provides essential services such as emergency financial assistance, housing support, job training, and education programs.
• Helps individuals and families achieve self-sufficiency through a range of programs and community partnerships.
Habitat for Humanity builds and renovates affordable homes for low-income families.
• Provides home repairs, and engages in community development projects.
• Work with volunteers and donors to support their mission of providing safe and decent housing, aiming to improve living conditions and promote homeownership opportunities.
• Offer services such as counseling on fair housing rights, investigating discrimination complaints, and promoting awareness about housing equality.
• Works to eliminate housing discrimination, and support fair access to housing for everyone in the community.
• Provides free home repairs and modifications services, including fixing critical home issues, ensuring safety, and making homes more accessible for those in need.
• Engage volunteers to support their mission of enhancing community well-being and preserving affordable housing.
• Operates Family Resource Centers across Summit and Median counties which provide support services to families experiencing challenges, helping them access critical resources and guidance.
• Partners with Akron Public Schools to operate school-based Family Resource Centers, creating accessible hubs within schools to strengthen family engagement and connections.
• School-based Family Centers offer safe, welcoming places within schools that connect parents and caregivers to information and referrals to community resources, including basic needs support (food, clothing, and housing), health and wellness programs, financial coaching, and opportunities for youth development.
• Provides fresh, locally grown produce to underserved communities.
• Promotes food security, environmental sustainability, and community engagement through farming, education, and volunteer opportunities.
• Provides fresh produce for local residents
• Foster community engagement and education through gardening initiatives.