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Community Action Seeks Public Input for Community Services Block Grant Application
Oct 20, 2025
AKRON, Ohio (October 17, 2025) – Community Action Akron Summit is seeking public input on its 2026-2027 Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) application. To meet the unique needs of our area, the organization is committed to fostering...
Home Energy Assistance Available to Summit County Residents July 1
Jun 30, 2025
AKRON (June 30, 2025) – Community Action Akron Summit can help income-eligible Summit County residents maintain their electric utility service through the Home Energy Assistance Summer Crisis Program (HEAP Summer) this summer. Residents...
Free Tax Preparation Available for Eligible Residents from Community Action’s EITC Program
Feb 07, 2025
AKRON, OHIO (February 6, 2025) – This tax season, Community Action Akron Summit is once again offering free tax preparation and filing services through its Akron Summit Earned Income Tax Program.
The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is...
Winter Home Energy Assistance Start November 1
Oct 31, 2024
Community Action Akron Summit can help income-eligible Summit County residents stay warm during the cold months through the Home Energy Assistance Winter Crisis Program (HEAP Winter Crisis Program). Residents who qualify can get assistance...
Hiring Fair for Head Start Teachers and Aides – August 30
Aug 22, 2024
Community Action Akron Summit is hosting a multi-site hiring fair on Friday, August 30, to fill positions for its Head Start centers and programs throughout Summit County.
The event and on-site interviews will be from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m...
Community-Wide Head Start Preschool Enrollment Sign-Up – Aug. 27
Aug 21, 2024
Community Action Akron Summit announces a special Head Start enrollment day for the entire community on Tuesday, August 27.
During the event, which is being held at all of Community Action's Head Start centers in Akron and Summit County,...