Read To Me Day

Reading to children helps stimulate their imaginations, contributes to language development, and helps to encourage early literacy. Share your love of reading with students across Summit and Medina counties during Read to Me Day! On March 1, volunteers are invited to visit Akron Public Schools and read stories to students and on March 12 at […]

Bridges Workshop

United Way of Summit & Medina 37 N. High St., Akron

Through this workshop, learn how economic realities of poverty, middle class, and wealth impact individuals, communities, systems, and structures. In order to positively impact the education and lives of individuals in poverty, we must explore the way we think and behave. Bridges Summit County Workshops offers a structure to help us assess the mindsets and […]

Cavs Basketball Game

United Way of Summit & Medina 37 N. High St., Akron

1 Center Court, Cleveland, OH 44115 Early Entrance will allow Youth Leaders to enter 30 minutes before general admission Free Swag Transportation will be provided

Scavenger Hunt at The Akron Zoo

United Way of Summit & Medina 37 N. High St., Akron

  500 Edgewood Ave, Akron, OH 44307 Youth Leader and Success Coach meet up under the pavilion Food, drinks and giveaways provided Youth Leaders and Success Coaches will be partnered for a Scavenger Hunt Activity around the zoo Free Lyft Rides for participants

Bridges Workshop

United Way of Summit & Medina 37 N. High St., Akron

Through this workshop, learn how economic realities of poverty, middle class, and wealth impact individuals, communities, systems, and structures. In order to positively impact the education and lives of individuals in poverty, we must explore the way we think and behave. Bridges Summit County Workshops offers a structure to help us assess the mindsets and […]

Sojourner Truth Legacy Plaza Celebration

United Way of Summit & Medina 37 N. High St., Akron

Be one of the first to see Akron's newest landmark - celebrating an icon in the very place she left her mark on history. Join us for this free community event to witness the ribbon cutting ceremony and Sojourner Truth statue unveiling. Enjoy food trucks, family friendly activities, local vendors, Sojourner Truth films at the […]

HV3 Meet and Greet with Harold Varner III at Bold Glow

United Way of Summit & Medina 37 N. High St., Akron

   530 Nome Ave, Akron, OH 44320 Summer Kickoff event held at Good Park Golf Course prior to Bold Glow Food and beverages will be provided from local establishments Boneless Wings Cheese & Pepper Quesadilla Cones Snow-Cones Youth Leaders and Success Coaches will attend for chance to meet with Harold Varner III Putt Putt and […]

Bold Glow Golf Outing

J. E. Good Park Golf Course 530 Nome Ave., Akron

United Way of Summit & Medina's Bold Glow with special guest Harold Varner III We're throwing a par-tee, and you're invited! Bold Glow is more than just a glow-in-the-dark golf outing. It supports our Bold Goal 2 - to advance youth success - and supports our Youth United program, created in partnership with pro golfer […]

Day of Action

Building a better future for our community isn't easy, but together we can transform neighborhoods and change lives. Join us for Day of Action as volunteers take part in a variety of projects across Summit and Medina counties in support of our community! Volunteer sign up is now open! Questions? Contact us [email protected]

Bridges Workshop

United Way of Summit & Medina 37 N. High St., Akron

Through this workshop, learn how economic realities of poverty, middle class, and wealth impact individuals, communities, systems, and structures. In order to positively impact the education and lives of individuals in poverty, we must explore the way we think and behave. Bridges Summit County Workshops offers a structure to help us assess the mindsets and […]

Stuff The Bus Medina

Medina City Public Square 23 Public Sq, Medina, OH, United States

Having the necessary supplies is essential for success in the classroom. But for many local families - some of which live paycheck-to-paycheck -  the growing cost of school supplies can be a serious financial strain. Stuff the Bus Medina brings volunteers together to collect, sort and distribute supplies to Medina County students, so that kids […]