Charities and Philanthropy
January/ February Community Outreach: Family Promise
Our charity for January-February 2026 is Family Promise. They help homeless families with children (even with pets) stay together and achieve sustainable independence. They are located on E. Tallmadge Ave. in Akron.They give emergency shelter, rental/utility assistance, food, meal provisions, clothing, hygiene products, and homeownership opportunities.
Needs are:
Baby items: diapers/wipes, lotion blankets, socks, bottles, pacifiers , bath & hygiene
Toiletries:Shampoo/conditioner, body soap, lotion, razors, toothpaste/mouth wash, hairbrush/comb
Cleaning Supplies: garbage bags (13 gal.), dish soap, laundry detergent,cleaning sponges, toilet paper/paper towels
General Household: laundry baskets, plastic dishes/silverware, bathroom rugs, shower curtains, linens
You can check out their website at familypromisesc.org
Send a check payable to AWCC and write on the memo line Family Promise. Janet will give me a list to send to donors for tax purposes. At the end of the second month, Janet will send one check to the charity for the total amount collected.
CHARGES: You must come to AWCC to charge donations.
CASH: Put your donations in the wishing well in the lobby..
If the wicker basket is full, please place your items behind the counter of the boutique, which isn't being used yet. I have stored plenty of McDonald's shopping bags in which to collect your donations. Thank You for your donations.
Questions???? Call me at 330-745-7587
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TAKE A LOOK AT OUR CHARITIES FOR 2025:
January-February: OPEN M which assists low income families and the homeless withmedical, dental and legal needs.
February-March: We collected new or gently used purses, wallets and totes for the Friends of Akron Children's Hospital fundraiser in April. This is our second year to assist in this project.
March-April: We worked with the Jr. League of Akron on their project to provide hygiene products to those in need. Products were given too the food pantries for distribution.
May-June: We collected non-perishable food items for ECO, which stands for Empowering Community Outreach. They provide home cooked meals for 4 veteran homes and Rahab Akron and Canton that provide a safe place for women who have been trafficked.
July-August: We collected items for Chair-ity who help children aging out of foster care. AWCC donated some stored furniture items.
September-October: We provided the Super Six food items for the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank.
November-December: We provided items and monetary donations to Snow Angels who provide assistance to the homeless..
Thank you to the members who donated items or money to these worthwhile organizations.
Looking forward to what lies ahead in 2026.
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TAKE A LOOK AT OUR CHARITIES FOR 2024:
January-February: We collected hats, gloves and scarves for the students at Helen Arnold CLC.
February-March: We collected new or gently used purses, wallets and totes for the Friends of Akron Children's Hospital fundraiser in April.
March-April: We chose the HUGS program from the Salvation Army. We collected hats, underwear, gloves and socks for the homeless.
May-June: We did an actual “baby shower” for Pregnancy Solutions.
July-August: We collected items for Grace House, which serves those in their final stage of life.
September-October: We provided items for the Humane Society of Summit County. Congratulations on a brand new facility for furry rescued pets.
November-December: We provided items needed by boys and girls housed at Safe Landing, which is managed by Shelter Care.
Thank you to the members who donated items or money to these worthwhile
organizations. They were all so appreciative and have sent thank you letters to us.
Looking forward to what lies ahead in 2025: