Partner Agencies
ACCESS, Inc.
Provides emergency shelter and supportive services to women and children experiencing homelessness in Akron.
Akron AIDS Collaborative
Offers HIV testing, housing referrals, mental health support, and anti-violence programs for the LGBTQ+ community.
Akron Children’s Hospital
A nationally recognized pediatric hospital providing comprehensive care for children.
Akron Fire Department
Provides fire protection, emergency medical services, and disaster response.
Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority
Provides affordable housing and supportive services to low-income residents.
Akron NAACP
Advocates for civil rights and social justice for African Americans and all persons of color.
Akron Police Department
Ensures public safety through community policing and enforcement.
Akron Summit Community Action, Inc.
Fights poverty by empowering individuals and strengthening families through various support programs.
Akron Urban League
Empowers communities through education, job training, and advocacy.
CANAPI
Serves the LGBTQ+ community with housing, prevention, and health services.
City of Akron
Official government portal for city services and information.
City of Barberton
Municipal services and community resources for Barberton residents.
City of Cuyahoga Falls
Provides city services and community updates for residents.
Coleman Health Services
Offers behavioral health and rehabilitation services.
Community Health Center
Supports addiction recovery and behavioral health services.
Community Legal Aid
Free legal assistance to low-income individuals on civil issues.
Community Support Services
Provides mental health care and housing support to adults.
Dreams Academy
Youth mentorship and education organization.
Fair Housing Contact Service
Protects against housing discrimination and promotes fair housing.
Fallen Fathers Foundation
Supports youth who have lost a father figure with mentorship programs.
Family & Community Services
Comprehensive social service agency helping vulnerable populations.
Family Promise
Helps homeless families achieve sustainable independence.
Forever R Children
Supports youth with incarcerated parents through education and mentoring.
Fostering Independence, Inc
Fostering Independence, Inc. is a nonprofit organization based in Akron, Ohio, dedicated to supporting young adults aged 18–24 who are aging out of the foster care system or lack parental support. Since its founding in 2017, the organization has provided essential household items, mentoring, and resources to help these individuals transition successfully into independent living.
Freedom BLOC
Black-led political and civic empowerment organization.
GAR Foundation
Grants focused on education and economic development in Akron.
Goodwill Industries
Job training and employment placement services.
Guys & Gals Community Partnership, Inc.
Mentorship and empowerment programs for youth.
Harmony House
Transitional housing for individuals recovering from substance use.
Haven of Rest
Shelter and recovery services for homeless individuals.
Hope & Healing Survivor Resource Center
Provides shelter and advocacy to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.
Hope Farm
Urban agriculture and youth engagement organization.
Humility of Mary Housing
Affordable housing for those in poverty or crisis.
I PROMISE School
School for at-risk students established by LeBron James Foundation.
JoAnna House II
Faith-based recovery housing for women.
Legacy III
Supportive housing for homeless women in recovery.
Love Akron
Christian nonprofit unifying communities to address social issues.
NISRE – The EXIT Program
Reentry housing and services for formerly incarcerated individuals.
North Coast Community Homes
Housing for people with developmental disabilities.
Ohio Multi-County Development Corporation
Affordable housing provider for multiple counties.
Oriana House
Community corrections, behavioral health, and reentry programs.
Peter Maurin Center
Day shelter and meal provider for homeless individuals.
Portage Path Behavioral Health
Outpatient mental health care and crisis stabilization services.
Project RISE
Education support for homeless students in Akron Public Schools.
Salvation Army – Summit County
Emergency shelter, food pantry, and social services.
Shelter Care
Youth crisis housing and behavioral health services.
Snow Angels
Distributes clothing and hygiene items to unsheltered individuals.
South Street Ministries
Community outreach with a focus on recovery, youth, and reentry.
Stark State College
Two-year public college with career training and degrees.
Students With a Goal (S.W.A.G.)
Mentorship and education for underserved youth.
Summit County
County government services and departments.
Summit County ADM Board
Funds addiction and mental health services in the county.
Summit County Children Services
Child welfare agency providing safety and permanence.
Summit County Job and Family Services
Offers public assistance and employment services.
Summit County Juvenile Court
Handles legal issues involving minors.
Summit County Public Health
Health services including prevention, education, and safety.
Summit DD
Supports people with developmental disabilities in Summit County.
Tarry House
Residential treatment for adults with mental illness.
The Homeless Charity
Grassroots homeless shelter and outreach center.
Towpath Trail High School
Alternative high school for nontraditional students.
Truly Reaching You
Reentry support for men post-incarceration.
United Way of Summit & Medina
Improves lives through education, income, and health initiatives.
University of Akron
Public university offering academic and research programs.