Provides groups to assist in the development of urban youth through the telling, discussion, and interpretation of mythological stories.

Educates undeserved children through the art of dance through in-school residencies, immersion in preprofessional dance instruction, and community educational performances.

Provides free public transportation on METRO DIRECT fixed-routes to students, faculty, and staff of The University of Akron. Offers a reduced fare on METRO's Northcoast Express route to and from Cleveland.

Provides an opportunity for youth and adults to learn how to do bike repairs, earn a bike, helmet, and lock through service to the community and peers at the shop. Engages youth and adults by providing access to a variety of cycling events, activities, and rides. Provides access to shareable bikes at through various partners at community events.

Offers a 4-year leadership program that inspires and prepares high school students for college and professional success through legally-based curricula and leadership training. Students attend summer and academic year sessions where they build friendships and mentor-relationships.

Provides in-person and remote mentoring services for children. Programming focuses on life skills, education and mental health.

Offers a summer day camp for youth with activities including music, art, creative movement, health and wellness activities, computer skills, life skills, prevention programs, and academic reading. Camp also includes field trips and community service projects.

Promotes and enhances the self-esteem of high school students in Central Ohio by providing the gift of a prom dress to students who lack the means with which to acquire their own. It is their vision that the annual Cinderella's Closet Boutique will be the magic venue for every teen in need of a dress for their prom. Accessories may also be included if available.

Provides a program to teach youth how to swim and be safe around water.

Offers free after school and out of school time youth development services for children age 6 to 18. Provides activities and services with a focus on: Growth in literacy and math; Academic confidence; STEM; Healthy eating/ nutrition; Daily supervised physical activity; Benefits of physical activity, mental wellness, and avoiding risky behaviors; Awareness of post-high school opportunities, including college and career; Knowledge of life/ work preparedness skills; post-high school planning, and Interest in community service, volunteering, and civic engagement.

Provides a comprehensive summer business program designed to inspire and equip high school students with the knowledge, skills, and mindset necessary to succeed in the dynamic world of business. Through a combination of interactive workshops, real-world case studies, guest lectures, business mentors, and hands-on projects, students will gain valuable insights into various aspects of entrepreneurship, leadership, finance, marketing, and innovation.

Provides music technique instruction to students with an interest in making music. Students will learn basics in production, writing, recording, and mixing.

Offers a program designed to educate and train both immigrant and neighborhood youth in landscape maintenance. Projects include mowing, weeding, bush/tree trimming of vacant (city/county-owned) and private lots. Garden prep, fences, planters and pergola building are also included. Also entrepreneurial skills and extra spending money via stipends is provided. Youth participants will also participate in math, writing and reading skills tutoring. For most enrolled students in the Yard Corps program, orientation, ongoing training and Ohio Learning Standards study time with professional tutors will be offered.

Offers free after school and out of school time youth development services for children age 6 to 18. Provides activities and services with a focus on: Growth in literacy and math; Academic confidence; STEM; Healthy eating/ nutrition; Daily supervised physical activity; Benefits of physical activity, mental wellness, and avoiding risky behaviors; Awareness of post-high school opportunities, including college and career; Knowledge of life/ work preparedness skills; post-high school planning, and Interest in community service, volunteering, and civic engagement.

Offers free after school and out of school time youth development services for children age 6 to 18. Provides activities and services with a focus on: Growth in literacy and math; Academic confidence; STEM; Healthy eating/ nutrition; Daily supervised physical activity; Benefits of physical activity, mental wellness, and avoiding risky behaviors; Awareness of post-high school opportunities, including college and career; Knowledge of life/ work preparedness skills; post-high school planning, and Interest in community service, volunteering, and civic engagement.

Provides financial assistance up to $500 to temporarily help students overcome unforeseen financial challenges that would affect their ability to continue in their studies. Funds can be used for assistance such as, but not limited to: child care, health related emergencies, loss of SNAP benefits, transportation emergencies, books, tuition, unexpected loss of income, etc.

Offers breakfast, lunch, dinner to students enrolled in Gladden's preschool. Offers hot meals after school to elementary through high school students during the school year. Offers hot lunches to all children under 18 during the summer.

Connects youth to adults who can provide guidance, advice, and inspiration to help them achieve their potential.

Offers free after school and out of school time youth development services for children age 6 to 18. Provides activities and services with a focus on: Growth in literacy and math; Academic confidence; STEM; Healthy eating/ nutrition; Daily supervised physical activity; Benefits of physical activity, mental wellness, and avoiding risky behaviors; Awareness of post-high school opportunities, including college and career; Knowledge of life/ work preparedness skills; post-high school planning, and Interest in community service, volunteering, and civic engagement.

Offers an after school work readiness program designed to assist high school students through graduation and during their transition from school to work. Prepares and motivates students to acquire life survival skills and to develop a sense of self-worth. Follows up with 12 months of career counseling to ensure job retention and a successful transition into the workforce.

Provides an opportunity to use a gymnasium and swimming pool for youth whose academic education takes place outside the formal school system.

Provides in-person and remote post-high school support services for Buchtel and East Community Learning Center (CLC) high school graduates who have enrolled in college. Strives to promote and encourage students' post-secondary persistence and graduation. Services provided include financial literacy, money management, mental health support, life skills, and college navigation.

Provides academic mentoring and leadership enrichment program for students in the Greater Akron area. Offers the following services: - Recreation activities. - Academic tutoring and help with homework. - Mentoring and leadership development programming. - Grade tracking and goal setting.

Provides fundamental support to participants in their preparation for college including College and Career readiness, ACT/SAT preparation, admissions advising, financial literacy, social/emotional health, college tours, social and cultural field trips, and STEM activities.

Provides junior high and high school teen dating violence and domestic violence prevention program to all Greene County junior highs and high schools.