Akron Canton Regional Foodbank:
Serving More Than Ever Before
Part One

By: Katie Sobiech

Hunger… It’s currently affecting billions of people around the globe, but in order to fight it you don’t need to hop on a plane and fly to a third world country. The hungry are right here among us in Summit and the surrounding counties.

“Annually we serve approximately 180,000 different people,” Michelle Hinton, Director of Marketing and Communications at the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank (ACRF) shared.

They serve Carroll, Holmes, Medina, Portage, Stark, Summit, Tuscarawas and Wayne Counties.

Thirty-one percent of those served by the food bank are children under 18 years old.

There has been a 45% increase in number of pounds of food they distributed from 2007 to 2009.

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Upcoming Events

Community Fun Day Festival, September 6th

The Arlington Church of God “WE CARE Community Outreach” is hosting a Community Fun Day and you are invited! Make sure to come out and enjoy a day full of FREE food, games, contests, prizes, music, and a drama play feature entitled “The Rag Man” – a story of redemption and hope! The event will be from 11:00 to 4:00 p.m. The church is located on 539 S. Arlington Street in Akron, 44306.

Point in Time Count,
September 9th

Once a year, those with the Point in Time Count, go out and count the homeless in Summit County themselves. But, there work doesn’t stop there. They meet throughout the year to discuss their findings and find solutions. If you are interested in being a part of this group seeking to end homelessness in Summit County please join them at the ADM Board from 1:30-3:00 p.m. For more information please contact Helen Tomic, City Planner at 330.375.2090.

Urbean Café Grand Opening, September 12th

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America Red Cross,
September 13th & 23rd

Have the skills to react until professionals arrive. Get trained in Standard First Aid. In July, August and September the American Red Cross of Summit and Portage Counties will offer classes in Standard First Aid. This class is designed for both professionals who need to maintain their certification, as well as novices who wish to learn how to properly respond in times of emergency. Participants will learn important first-responder skills and obtain a strong foundation in basic first aid tools, techniques and practices. All participant materials are included in the course fee of $35. No prerequisites are required. A three-year certification will be issued upon satisfactory completion of the course. Participants will earn .4 CEU credits. For further information or to register call 330.535.2447 or go to www.summitcounty.redcross.org

Taste of the NFL,
September 14th

Do you want to have fun while supporting a good cause? The Akron Canton Regional Foodbank will be having their annual “Taste of the NFL” celebration at the Pro Football Hall of Fame from 5:30-9:00 p.m. The night will include meeting Hall of Fame Enshrinees, enjoying tastings from local chefs and wineries, bidding on exciting auction and raffle items, and touring the Hall of Fame. Tickets are $150 for general admission. For more information please visit www.akroncantonfoodbank.org.

CoC Steering Committee Meeting, September 15th

The CoC (Continuum of Care) is a group dedicated towards ending poverty and homelessness in Summit County. As a part of this venture, they meet regularly, and invite anyone interested in helping their cause to join their discussions and planning. They will meet at ACCESS, Inc. from 1:30-3:00 p.m. this month. For more information please contact Helen Tomic, City Planner at 330.375.2090.

Haven of Rest’s “Dinner with Guido”, September 19th

The Haven of Rest has been doing tremendous things throughout the years for the homeless. This month they will be having a special dinner to support the ministry, with Guido Margida, a mission employee, and once the owner of his own catering service. Also, a chief of the Mayflower Hotel in downtown Akron, he will share his experience in preparing an authentic Italian pasta and meatball dinner. Adult tickets are only $8.00, children (6-12) $4.00, and children under 5 eat free! Please make reservations now by contacting Katrina Henry at 330.535.1563 or email her at khenry@havenofrest.org.
Haven of Rest ministries is located at
175 E. Market St. Akron

Pain into Power @ Transit Center, September 19th

Sharon Goodrich, Founder and Program Director of Pain into Power, will be at the Metro RTA Transit Center from 10:30-3:30 to meet with women one on one. This ministry focuses on empowering women that have been victims of abuse. For more information on Pain into Power please visit www.painintopower.com.

Ministry Impact Day,
September 25th

Calling all ministries and those who want to be in ministry! Coming this September is an event that you won’t want to miss. Ministries and those interested in getting plugged into ministry are all invited to Hudson Community Chapel to find out more about what’s going on in Akron to help further missions here. The purpose is to Unite, Equip, and Connect the Body of Christ in Akron to can have a greater Impact on our city. Ministries are encouraged to set up a booth in the exhibit area. Reverend Marshall Brandon will be speaking and the special musical guest will be the Kent State Gospel Choir. To register please contact Darryl Brake at 330.762.8884 or 330.603.0197 or email him at darrylab@sbcglobal.net.

 

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