Our next event is on Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 8:30-11:00 AM at the Akron-Canton Foodbank.
Thank you for your support of the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank!
Preparing for your visit:
Your volunteer time is set for Saturday, April 12, from 8:30-11 AM at the Akron facility. If this is your first time volunteering, or it's been over three years since you've volunteered with us, please complete an Adult Volunteer Application.
Please register and type in Cleveland Illini Club for our group (no need to fill in an address for the club) There are 12 slots for volunteers.
Location:
Our Akron Campus is located at 350 Opportunity Parkway, Akron, near Downtown Akron. Parking is available in the Dart Avenue lot and enter through the front entrance off Opportunity Parkway.
What to wear:
- Comfortable shoes - please note that open-toed shoes are not permitted in the warehouse
- Layers, as the warehouse temperature fluctuates with the weather
- Avoid long jewelry
Safety guidelines:
- Cell phone use is not permitted in the warehouse and pantry areas
- No backpacks, fanny packs, or purses are allowed (items for medical needs are permitted)
- Clear water bottles only
- No headphones or earbuds
Other ways to stay connected:
Check if your company offers a matching gift program—many double or triple employee contributions, making a greater impact on our neighbors in need. Simply fill out your portion of the matching gift form and include it with any donation. It’s that easy to double your impact on our neighbors in need!
Join other local companies, schools, faith-based organizations, and social groups in hosting a food and funds drive to help neighbors in need in our community. To learn more, click here: Host a Food & Funds Drive.
For direct support, our most needed items include boxed cereal, canned soup/stew, canned tuna, canned vegetables, macaroni & cheese, and peanut butter.
We look forward to seeing you!