Homelessness

Akron Community Comes Together to Collect Christmas Gifts and Resources for Families Experiencing Homelessness this Holiday Season

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and Good Cheer to a Family at one of the Shelters.

 

Thanks to many generous donations, this Christmas was a lot happier for many families experiencing homelessness in Akron. On December 16th  and 17th, Project RISE (Realizing Individual Strength through Education) staff members delivered presents and cookies to Akron’s Homeless Shelters. Staff members also enjoyed singing Christmas carols with the shelter residents.

On December 17th, several “doubled up” parents were able to come “shop” for gifts at Trinity United Church of Christ in Akron, where Project RISE was able to store and organize the donated gifts.  The gifts came from several community groups and individuals.

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December 28, 2015
Homelessness

Salvation Army hosts 8th Annual Project RISE Harvest Dinner for Local Families Experiencing Homelessness

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Project RISE 8th Annual Harvest Dinner for Local Families Experiencing Homelessness

 

This November, Akron’s Salvation Army hosted the 8th Annual Project RISE Parent RISE-ing Harvest Dinner for the students and families experiencing homelessness. The Harvest Dinner gives these families and youth the opportunity to celebrate this festive time of year with food, fun and friendship. The evening included arts and literacy activities, parent-child activities, Thanksgiving dinner, giveaways, and entertainment.
The dinner was held in the gymnasium of Salvation Army. The tables were festively decorated with cornucopias and leaves. The room was buzzing with excitement and fellowship!

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November 25, 2015
Homelessness

Project RISE Takes Families Experiencing Housing Transitions to the Akron Art Museum

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On July 29th, Project RISE took a group of 30 mothers and children experiencing homelessness on a special field trip to the Akron Art Museum. The attendees were residents of the Safe Landing Shelter for teen girls, Catholic Worker and ACCESS, Inc. Project RISE (Realizing Individual Strength through Education), is a federally funded program that aims to remove educational barriers to homeless children. The program offers supplemental educational services and other programs to students and families experiencing homelessness.

Participants started off the field trip with a guided tour of several areas in the art museum, showcasing many different styles and types of artwork.

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August 14, 2015