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.