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Project launches, school-based partnerships and summer camps that empower middle school students to imagine the world as it could be and put those dreams into action.

The Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities (OCECD) is a statewide nonprofit organization that serves families of infants, toddlers, children and youth with disabilities in Ohio, educators and agencies who provide services to them.

The Humane Society is a non-profit organization serving the human and animal population of Stark County for over 100 years. Besides providing a safe haven for the unwanted dogs and cats in our community, we find new and loving homes for them as well. We also conduct humane education programs in all our schools K-12. We take our pets to nursing homes in the area to visit the elderly. Sometimes this is the only time some of the residents get a visit.

Hot Meals: Lunch Mon-Thurs 11am-12:30pm Dinner Thursdays 5pm-5:45pm
Grocery Distribution 2nd & 4th Wed of the month 11am-1pm
Free Hair Cuts Wednesdays 10am-1pm
Free Chiropractic Care 1st Tuesday of the Month 12:30-1:30pm
Laundromat Mon-Thurs Call to make an appointment

The Agency Store located at 200 Cherry Ave NE in Canton is now open! Become a member and shop discounted goods and supplies for nonprofits, teachers, schools and churches!

A community-based organization that exists to provide needed support for Perry residents

Food pantry, clothing, school supplies and more

Tiqvah Hands of Hope is an after-school program serving at-risk students in grades 1-12 within Stark County and the surrounding areas. Tiqvah provides meals and snacks, homework and academic assistance, enrichment opportunities, character development, mentorship, counseling, personal care and hygiene items, spiritual development, clothing boutiques, and social development for students within the program. Tiqvah is offered free of charge to families.

Career tech classes are offered.

Education and support for those with OCD.

Academic, health and leadership programs that create a safe environment for kids to have fun and be themselves.

Programs include a Hot Meal and Smart Move (Evidence-based substance use prevention curriculum and youth development program for school-aged children).

• Afterschool Program: 2-7 pm
• Admin: 8 am – 5 pm

Affordable before and after school care.

Affordable before and after-school care.

Affordable before and after school care.

Affordable before and after school care.

Affordable before and after school care.

Affordable before and after school care.

Trauma-Informed Day Treatment School

Stark Library is a public library system serving Stark County through 10 locations, a Bookmobile, and a wide range of online services. Stark Library offers free access to books, digital materials, technology, and welcoming spaces that support lifelong learning, workforce development, and community connection.

Community members can explore books, eBooks, audiobooks, movies, music, and online resources for all ages, along with free computer and internet access, Wi-Fi, printing, and meeting rooms. Knowledgeable staff are available to help with job searching,

Tip line to report and reduce violence in Stark County schools.

Creates pathways for local young people to academic, professional and leadership opportunities.

Goodwill Industries of Greater Cleveland and East Central Ohio, Inc. has been serving the local community for more than 100 years as an independent Goodwill affiliate. While most people recognize Goodwill as a retail thrift chain, that is only a portion of the Goodwill mission.

Goodwill is a nonprofit, social service agency dedicated to improving the lives of all people by providing skill-building programs and services needed to help remove common barriers to good jobs and independence.

Early child care services for children whose parents are working to further their educations.

Introducing high school students to career opportunities in architecture, construction, engineering and building design.

With a main office in Canton and additional sites in Akron and Boardman, the Early Childhood Resource Center (ECRC) may be one of this region’s best kept secrets. As part of its mission to promote the healthy development of young children, the organization offers numerous programs aimed at strengthening families; improving the quality of early childhood care and learning experiences; and increasing school and community readiness, while also helping to inform public policy.

Services offered include:
-assisting families in finding child care that fits their unique needs,

Northwest local school district in Canal Fulton, OH. www.northwest.sparcc.org

Educating children and engaging seniors to help enrich our community.

The Myrna A. Pastore JRC Campus is located in the old Meyers Lake Ballroom. It houses the JRC Adult Day Center for Senior/Adults and the JRC Learning Center for children 6 weeks through 5 years of age. We have weekly Intergenerational Connections programming for the children and Senior/Adults to interact together!

Support, advocacy, education and resources for families of children with Down syndrome.

Christian summer camp for school-age kids in Stark County.

Improvement and innovation services to provide all students with access to quality education and careers.

• Provides student-athlete mentorships
• Serves third graders in partner school districts through “Guys With Ties” lunch program, focused on professional behavior and life skills
• Runs free summer sports camps, Mind, Body & Soul camps and other youth-focused events
• Provides high school internships dedicated to marketing and social media experience

Building a strong community through economic development, education and strong neighborhoods.

Social, recreational and educational opportunities for people with mental illnesses and developmental disabilities.

Breastfeeding support group offering mother-to-mother encouragement, information and education.

Metamorphosis is a juvenile offender rehabilitation and reentry program and is dedicated to helping juveniles experience a better life and to redirect their paths into good citizenry.

Our goal is to reduce recidivism and return youth into a standard of living acceptable to societal norms. Our objective is to bring every child to the realization that he or she is unique and loved by god.

The metamorphosis juvenile rehabilitation curriculum training program helps the offender to want to make lifestyle and choices changes and provides practical how to instruction and facilitation.

Each year, Aspire hosts a back-to-school giveaway and event in Canton, Ohio.

Clothing assistance for residents of Sebring and West Branch Schools. Closed on Friday and Sunday.

Before and after-school care is provided for children ages kindergarten through 6th.

Formerly Foundations

Provides Peer Recovery Services in Stark County, Ohio, offering 30 evidence-based classes and support groups each week, along with a unique, Peer Run Crisis Respite Program. All services are free of charge and designed with both physical and emotional safety in mind.

Additional locations:

227 Third St. SE, Suite: Make-A-Way
Massillon, OH 44648

Satellite Location for Education & Recovery Massillon

For twenty years, the Early Childhood Education Alliance has been focused on providing quality early childhood experiences for children and families in Alliance, Ohio.  Thanks to our partners, ECEA is able to connect families with resources and programs that ensure children enter kindergarten ready to succeed.  ECEA believes it is important to EDUCATE, ADVOCATE, and COLLABORATE because early experiences last a lifetime. ECEA provides SPARK and oversees the Alliance Employment Promise.

Provides students with safe, reliable transportation to school, extracurricular activities and medical/dental appointments.

Learn about your rights when buying a car, house or another major purchase.

Payments for medical services and lost wages resulting from injury, occupational illness and/or death during the course of employment.

Free learning and development services to children from low-income families, ages birth to 5.

We help communities in Northern Ohio prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies. We are able to make a difference in our local communities because of the generosity of our donors and support of our volunteers. Together, we provide the following programs and services:

• Disaster Services
• Volunteer Services
• Blood Donation Services
• Lifesaving Skills Training
• Military or Veterans Assistance (mental health counseling, emergency assistance and job services)
• Home Fire Campaign

Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

• Emergency HEAP Appointment Line: 330-617-1055
• Short term help for heating and cooling costs
• Income payment plan program
• Fans/air conditioners

Home Weatherization Assistance Program (HWAP)

• Repairs/replacement – furnace and hot water tank
• Insulation
• Energy Audits

Head Start & Early Head Start

• Fully and half-day classes
• Home-based Early Head Start services for children birth to three (3) years of age
• Social and Health Services
• Parental Involvement/Family Engagement

Community Action Pathways Hub

• Reducing barriers that can prevent health pregnancies and babies
• Community connections leading to self sufficiency

Community Services and Outreach

• Goals Assets Investment Network (GAIN)
  • Asset building/financial literacy program)
• Senior Programs (i.e.

Assists children, families, individuals, and organizations in need in Northeast Ohio Counties. Learn more: https://www.psnr.org/

Studio classes and workshops available throughout the year as well as a Summer Art Camp for young people under the age of 18.

Strengthening Stark is a community-wide movement for our growing community. As part of their mission, they are dedicated to getting Stark County residents into better jobs and training through their Stark Career Connect program. Learn more at their website.

The Stark Jobs Platform site was created as a helpful tool for job hunters in the Stark County area. By breaking down employment opportunities by industry, location, and required qualifications, they hope to provide a comprehensive resource for those seeking jobs in Stark County.

The Dueber Kids Club provides a safe place for kids to go after school for collaborative tutoring and enrichment activities.

Free Head Start learning and development services for children from low-income families, ages birth to 5.