Literacy Kits Assembled and Distributed for Middle School Children in Southeast Canton

(Stark and Carroll Counties, OH) April 15, 2021 – Around 50 volunteers assembled 300 literacy kits to help provide children with multi-sensory experiences to support and expand on concepts included in the book.  United Way of Greater Stark County’s Young Leaders Society (YLS) received a generous gift from C.A.S.T. (Caring and Serving Together) to invest it back into the community …

Gavin Clay – Inspired Youth 2021 Award Recipient

“When Gavin found out his classmate, DJ Patterson, was diagnosed with Ewing’s Sarcoma, he wanted to do something to help,” said Krista Clay, Gavin’s mother. “He researched organizations that donate or help with research for pediatric cancers and decided on St. Baldrick’s. He liked the fact that the organization is primarily run by volunteers and felt very compelled to join …

Ryan Miller – 2021 DeHoff Emerging Philanthropist Award Recipient

“Ryan is a little different than what you might expect from a restaurant owner. He uses his business as a tool to help surrounding areas, making an impact in our local community,” says his nominator, Derek Gordon. “He goes a little bit under the radar for everything he does in this community, has a vision and sees the vision through …

Dr. Teresa Purses – 2021 Gold Key Service Award Recipient

“Teresa has always been a lead educator in our community, very involved in our community and a major role in workforce development. One of the greatest things about Teresa is that she is so kind. Her kindness flows into all aspects of her life and for most of her career has been supporting issues very close to United Way. She …

Scott Hamilton – 2021 Gold Key Service Award Recipient

“Scott is the definition of what the Gold Key Service award is all about. Never have I seen a board member more involved in his community. He is a great role model,” says his nominator Steve Milano. “He is so involved with the youth. This year, Scott and his wife Edie, took on the kindergarten book drive. This was previously …

New Voices at the Table

Project Blueprint’s next session starts back up again April 8 and Lisa Cook, a program graduate and High School Principal at Summit Academy Schools, wanted to share with Stark and Carroll County the impact the program has had upon her life – to encourage others to join and learn. “The mission of the project itself is what was most attractive …

Now Taking Nominations for Exemplary Volunteer Contribution in 2020

(Stark and Carroll Counties, Ohio) March 5, 2021 – United Way of Greater Stark County and The Canton Repository come together yearly to recognize some of the volunteers who impact our community, inspire others to serve and create meaningful change. “2020 redefined what it means to be a volunteer. People were innovative and found new ways to support their neighbors …