The mission of the Akron Urban League (AUL) is to improve the quality of life for the citizens of Summit County, particularly African Americans, by advocating and facilitating programs that are economically and educationally transformational, impacting their lives and the lives of future generations.
The Akron Zoo is a nonprofit, world conservation zoo with over 700 animals from around the world. Located just west of downtown Akron, the zoo prides itself on up-close and personal experiences with the animals as well as continued education and conservation of wildlife.
2021 marks the 100th anniversary of Summit Metro Parks. With 14,000 acres, including 16 parks, several conservation areas, and more than 150 miles of trails, there is plenty to discover.
For more than 80 years, Child Guidance & Family Solutions has been a nationally recognized leader. Their mission is to provide innovative and effective mental health services and integrated care of mind and body through strategic partnerships, sustainable programs that enrich communities, and advocacy for the health of youth, adults, and families.
Founded in 1921, Summit Metro Parks is the second oldest park district in Ohio. They manage 14,000 acres, including 16 parks, several conservation areas, and more than 150 miles of trails, including 22 miles of the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail. Annual attendance in 2020 was six million visits.
Akron Community Foundation aims to improve the quality of life in Greater Akron by building permanent endowments and providing philanthropic leadership that enables families, companies, and nonprofits to make a lasting investment in the community.
Goodwill Industries of Greater Cleveland and East Central Ohio, Inc. has been serving the local community for more than 100 years as an independent Goodwill affiliate. While most people recognize Goodwill as a retail thrift chain, that is only a portion of the Goodwill mission.
The mission of Stewart’s Caring Place is to provide a caring, relaxed environment offering supportive services and programs for individuals and families on their cancer journey at no cost.
RAISE Good Jobs for Greater Akron exists to help individuals, employers, and our community move forward – together. RAISE helps employers come into neighborhoods with information, so residents can have access to good jobs and rewarding career opportunities, while also providing support to prepare them for success.
