Through the first eight months of 2018, the First Congregational Church of Akron (First Church) Food Pantry ministry has distributed more than 66,600 meals to those in need. This is nearly 25,000 more meals distributed than during the same period last year, and on track to easily break the 2017 yearly record of 70,000 meals. The ministry provides weekly distribution of … [Read more...]
Info Line launches new website for local health, human service needs
Info Line, whose resource database receives over 100,000 visits annually, has redesigned its website in an effort to better serve the community. The site is available at 211summit.org and offers a searchable database of health and human services available to Summit County residents. Info Line links people with resources for food, shelter, transportation, jobs, educational … [Read more...]
Akron couple host food pantry with personalized touch (Article and Video)
Nicole Flower likes to build relationships. A year ago, she and her husband, Andy, decided to open a food pantry that operates from the basement of her Highland Square church, Akron Christian Reformed Church. The food pantry is called “The Landing” and feeds 50-plus families and individuals who struggle to afford groceries each week. The Landing also is a member agency of … [Read more...]
