United Way of Summit & Medina

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Join us at our Bridges Workshop on Oct 17 from 9am to 3pm and learn the economic realities of poverty, class, and wealth. Gain insight on promoting economic opportunity and mobility while earning CEU and CLE credits. Register here: https://okt.to/PHeKQR

Congratulations to Ronald Paydo, the 2025 H. Peter Burg Community Leadership Award recipient, for his exceptional dedication to our community. As Huntington National Bank's Akron and Canton Area Market President and a longtime supporter of United Way of Summit & Medina, Ron’s leadership, compassion and commitment to serving others are an inspiration to us all. We are proud to have Ron as our 2024 Campaign Chair and look forward to all the incredible work we will do together for our community. https://okt.to/0eYVnA

Our Family Resource Centers provide essential support, empowering parents and caregivers to overcome challenges and build brighter futures. We're grateful for our dedicated partnership with Akron Public Schools, which enables us to help families in need. Together, we're creating a stronger, healthier community! Want to be part of this positive change? Learn how you can support our mission: https://okt.to/08q1Zd

In 2023, United Way of Summit & Medina's short-term housing assistance program provided rent and utility support to 75 pregnant women at risk of infant mortality. This vital program is helping us progress toward Bold Goal 4: achieving health equity by reducing the Black infant mortality rate in Summit County. While we've made progress, there's still work to be done. Learn more about our bold goals and how you can make a difference in the lives of our community https://okt.to/j3ViZF

We are excited to continue our partnership with the?ADM?Board?this year! The Leadership from Within program is being offered in two cohorts to 36 employees of?ADM?Board?Circle of Hope partners. Last week, 18 professionals met for two-hours for their introductory session focused on our unique Look Within Lead Beyond approach. ? Thank you to Jeannie Cool for coordinating these groups as well as joining us for the program kick-off! We look forward to working together over the next twelve months. If you're interested in what a partnership with us can look like, please reach out to us at [email protected] to set up a free consultation.

Join Us for the Way of Light Event! In honor of Baby Loss Awareness Week, we invite you to an evening of reflection and remembrance as we light candles in memory of babies who have gone too soon. Date: Tuesday, October 15, 2024 Location: 37 N High St, Akron, OH 44308 Doors Open: 6 PM Ceremony: 7 PM Let’s come together to honor their light and find comfort in community. https://okt.to/23RGE8

The Akron Financial Empowerment Center is here to help Summit and Medina County residents achieve stability. Our expert counselors offer free, one-on-one guidance on budgeting, saving, debt reduction, and credit improvement—available in-person or virtually. No income restrictions apply. Learn more on our website! https://okt.to/0Jl3aX

Thank you to everyone who joined us for a wonderful evening celebrating 35 years of the Tocqueville Society! A special congratulations to Steve Wilt, our 2023 Tocqueville Society Campaign Chair, and Elizabeth Bartz, our 2023 Tocqueville Society Campaign Chair, for their well-deserved award recognition and their tremendous support this past year. We are excited to welcome Aaron Swartz as our 2024 Tocqueville Society Campaign Chair and look forward to the continued impact we’ll make together. Check out the photo album on facebook: https://lnkd.in/gVQPAZVG

A heartfelt thank you to all of our Tocqueville Society members! Your advocacy and leadership are incredibly impactful, empowering our team to continue this important work. With your support, we move forward in achieving our bold goals. Together, we are building a brighter future for all—creating positive change in our community, improving lives, and making a lasting impact. Learn more about how you can be part of this meaningful change: https://okt.to/9EnK5U