Neighborhood Network, a program of Habitat for Humanity of Summit County, has been hard at work improving the Middlebury neighborhood, whether it’s repairing houses or connecting residents to valuable resources. The program was recently awarded a Community Change Micro Grant by America Walks. The Neighborhood Network program was among 20 selected from more than 600 … [Read more...]
Bank of America grant to Habitat helps provide homes for low-income residents
A grant from Bank of America Charitable Foundation will help in the effort to provide new homes for low-income families. The $20,000 grant was recently awarded to Habitat for Humanity of Summit County, which provides houses for residents who would otherwise not be able to become homeowners. Families partner with Habitat to help build their own homes alongside volunteers and … [Read more...]
Habitat for Humanity recruits local women for National Women Build Week 2018
More than 18,000 women construction volunteers expected to unite nationwide for Habitat, Lowe’s initiative — For the 11th year, Habitat for Humanity and Lowe’s are engaging women nationwide to work together to build Habitat homes during this year’s National Women Build Week, which takes place May 5 through 13. In preparation for the build week, Habitat for Humanity of Summit … [Read more...]
Habitat for Humanity of Summit County breaks ground on 200th house
A lot at North Jacoby Road in Copley will be the site of Habitat for Humanity of Summit County's 200th home. Throughout its 31-year history, the organization has brought together dedicated volunteers and future homeowners to provide affordable housing for residents. According to Rochelle Sibbio, president and CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Summit County, Circle K Stores is … [Read more...]
Habitat for Humanity of Summit County (Neighborhood Reborn Stakeholder Profile)
On June 17, about 150 volunteers and 15 local organizations will band together to help improve the Middlebury/University Park neighborhood behind Dave’s Supermarket (Excelsior and Roselawn avenues). The work performed during this all-day event will include home repairs, landscaping, reclaiming lots from newly demolished homes, new trees and an “artistic board-up” of abandoned … [Read more...]
Akron Community Foundation awards nearly $2.7 million in grants
(Courtesy of Akron Community Foundation) Akron Community Foundation’s board of directors recently approved grants totaling $2,698,052, including $2,239,052 in grants from 132 designated, donor-advised, agency endowment and scholarship funds, and $459,000 in competitive civic affairs grants chosen by the organization’s Community Investment Committee. More than … [Read more...]
