Akron Stuff The Bus “Recharge”

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

Picture the first day of school: The smell of freshly sharpened pencils, immaculate erasers, the crisp edges of a fresh notebook. But as the school year goes on, pencils break, erasers and notebooks get used up, and children find themselves short on vital learning supplies. Our Stuff the Bus "Recharge" school supplies drive will help […]

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 […]

Knight at the Civic

Akron Civic Theatre 182 S. Main St. (King James Way), Akron, OH, United States

Every year, we kick off our campaign with our annual Knight Breakfast, bringing together people and organizations from across our community to hear from distinguished speakers and leaders about the importance of our work. This year, we’re offering a unique and exciting opportunity to our supporters.  Knight at the Civic will take place on August […]

Taste of Medina County

The Blair Center at Westfield 9079 Leroy Rd., Seville

United Way of Summit & Medina is bringing together local Medina County restaurants to show off their culinary skills and treat guests to some of the finest food our community has to offer. The evening is sure to be full of excitement, and one restaurant will be voted Best in Show. Join us for a […]

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 […]

Read To Me Day

*Date is subject to change* Reading to children helps stimulate their imaginations, contributes to language development, and helps to encourage early literacy. So why not share your love of reading? This fall, United Way’s Read to Me Day is expanding to all Akron Public Schools elementary classrooms. Volunteers will visit schools throughout Akron and read […]

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 […]

Youth Golf Night at Big Shots Driving Range

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

600 Swartz Rd, Akron, OH 44319 A night of fun for both our Youth Leaders and Success Coaches 2 hours of free play and food will be provided Free Raffles Lyft Rides will be provided for participants Questions? Contact Ryan Davidson at [email protected]  

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