Stories of Hope

The Nelson Garrettsville Community Cupboard in Portage County has served families in the Garfield Local School District for more than a decade. But with inflation and increased grocery and fuel prices, they are helping...
Samuel, 60, has been a hard worker his entire life. He worked in construction for more than 20 years before retiring. Unfortunately, he only enjoyed one year of retirement before being diagnosed with Lyme disease.  ...
According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, thousands of people experience homelessness in Ohio. Individuals tend to experience homelessness more frequently, though families are the second...
Jeanette, 71, loves to cook. She lives alone but her grandkids visit often, hoping she’ll prepare a flavorful, homecooked meal. Chicken thighs, macaroni and cheese, spaghetti, and fish with home fries are some of their...
Jim is brave. He served in the United States Army when he was a young man and was often stationed overseas. Unfortunately, his time in the military was cut short after he was injured. As a determined, hard worker, he...
The Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank welcomes thousands of volunteers each year who contribute thousands of hours of service in the local fight against hunger. Without the help of volunteers, the Foodbank wouldn’t be able...

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