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December 26, 2024 Donation drives are a fantastic way to encourage community togetherness by raising spirits and resources for the people who need it most. They’re a meaningful act of support for a lot of nonprofit programs, but how do you go about organizing one? To address this, we’ve created a comprehensive guide in hopes…

December 19, 2024 The Center of Hope in Ravenna and Kent Social Services host hundreds of communal meals every year for anyone who walks through their doors. They remain a cornerstone of their communities for their kindhearted approach to food insecurity, yet the meals they prepare tell only half of their story. To many, these congregate meal sites…

November 19, 2024 On October 17th, 2024, Someplace Safe hosted their 26th annual Unity Day luncheon for the first time in 5 years. As the only domestic violence shelter in Trumbull County, Someplace Safe aims to empower attendees to take action beyond awareness by amplifying the voices of people who persevered through abusive relationships. The…

November 19, 2024 In August 2024, Harry Donovan Jr. Valor Home partnered with Toth Buick GMC and Northern Ohio Buick GMC to raise money for local veterans by raffling off a brand-new 2024 GMC Terrain, with the winner drawn on Veterans Day. The raffle succeeded in raising over $24,000 for Valor Home, all of which will…

October 22, 2024 With rising living costs making it increasingly difficult for families and seniors to make ends meet, this year’s Hope for the Holidays fundraiser, organized by the Center of Hope and Kent Social Services, is more crucial than ever. The annual campaign aims to ensure that no one in the community is left without a…

September 4, 2024 Mobile Meals provides consistent, nutritious meals to low-income, elderly, and disabled individuals in Summit, Cuyahoga, and Portage Counties. Their home-delivered meal service, designed by dietitians, offers hot, frozen, kosher, and specialized options like renal and cardiac meals to meet individual needs. For those with dietary restrictions, kosher, gluten-free, and diabetic-friendly meals are…

July 17, 2024 This month we celebrate the second anniversary of the opening of our Freedom Street Building, new home to Children’s Advantage.  This state-of-the-art facility has been the cornerstone of our growth, allowing us to expand our services and unite our dedicated outpatient counselors and school-based staff under one roof. The impact of this…

June 14, 2024 Fathers hold a unique place in their children’s hearts, serving as mentors and protectors for so many. Their guidance is pivotal in their children’s mental and emotional well-being. Fatherhood brings its own unique set of stressors and challenges. Raising children can be simultaneously rewarding and challenging for fathers, and caring for other…

June 14, 2024 Summer is here and with it comes the incredible opportunity for children in Portage County to enjoy free nutritious meals through the Summer Food Service Program. This fantastic initiative aims to ensure that all children, from ages 1 to 18, have access to healthy meals during the summer months when school is…

June 10, 2024 June is PTSD Awareness Month and is a time to support healing, foster understanding and spread hope for those who suffer from trauma.  What is PTSD?  PTSD, also known as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, is a mental health condition that occurs in individuals who have witnessed or experienced a traumatic event. PTSD…