The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement provides relief to victims of disasters and helps people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. Read more...
ArtsinStark, the county Arts Council is a non-profit organization that gives out grants, manages the Cultural Center, and runs the Annual Arts Campaign. Out of every dollar raised — 91 cents goes right into programs to create smarter kids, new jobs, and healthier communities all across Stark County. Read more...
Beyond Our Boundaries is a recreation service company for adults with Developmental Disabilities (DD). Beyond Our Boundaries offers exciting trips to fun community locations, in hopes of bringing people with DD together for friendships and to set the stage for creating an active social life. Read more...
The Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce is a private, membership organization of more than 1,600 institutions and individuals dedicated to the advancement of the economic, industrial, professional, cultural and civic welfare of Canton/Stark County. The mission of the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce is to lead the region in business and community development through collaboration and innovation. Read more...
CommQuest Services, Inc. shall serve all persons with dignity and respect. We shall empower individuals and families to enhance the quality of their lives through support, advocacy, training and counseling. Read more...
Visit Canton has created this downtown Visitor Center to let people know about all the great things to see and do across Stark County. Visitors can chat with staff for recommendations, pick up brochures and maps, and answer any questions visitors might have about their time here. The Center is located right in Visit Canton’s offices on the first floor Read more...
Downtown’s #1 fitness center is at the Y! The YMCA knows that lasting personal and social change comes about when we all work together. That’s why, at the Y, strengthening community istheir primary focus. Every day, they work side-by-side with neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. Read more...
Goodwill Industries of Greater Cleveland and East Central Ohio, Inc. has been serving the local community for nearly 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 Read more...
The Refuge of Hope’s mission is simple: to glorify and serve God by providing meals for the hungry, emergency shelter and transition to independence for homeless men and spiritual hope through Jesus Christ. Read more...
Solving real problems takes real commitment and vision. For over a century, Rotary members have used their passion, energy, and intelligence to take action on sustainable projects. From literacy and peace to water, health, and local issues, we are always working to better our world, and we stay committed to the end. Read more...
The mission of Stark Community Foundation is to connect people and the charitable causes which are important to them. As a community foundation, our vision is to honor the wishes of our donors by managing their charitable gifts and helping them meet their individual goals for giving. We dedicate our work in response to local needs and challenges through carefully Read more...
The Stark County Hunger Task Force fights hunger in our community by providing financial, logistic, strategic, and food support to our network of local emergency food pantries. Read more...
Libraries are always changing and evolving to meet the needs of their neighbors, however one thing stays the same: Regardless of what you’ve got going on in your life, Stark Library is here to connect you with the tools you need to become the best possible version of yourself – at home, on the job, and in your community. Stark Read more...
The Stark Metropolitan Housing Authority (SMHA) is a political subdivision of the state of Ohio and funded in part by the United States Department of Housing & Urban Development to provide subsidized housing and self-sufficiency opportunities for eligible citizens of Stark County. SMHA operates in accordance with the Federal Fair Housing Law. It is the policy of SMHA to house Read more...
Stark Fresh Cooperative Farm operation headquarters is located at 321 Cherry Ave NE, Canton OH. The two-story Food Justice Campus has office space to share with similar agencies, a basement for small farming operations, and a kitchen to process food from StarkFresh’s three urban farms and secure parking. Read more...
The Salvation Army in Canton is dedicated to providing help for today by meeting the most basic of human needs, and hope for tomorrow, through educational and life-skills programs for individuals of all ages. We are serving men, women, and children who are at-risk and in need of financial, social service, and spiritual support. We work everyday to elevate individuals Read more...
United Way helps our community by focusing on education, health & basic needs, and family & financial stability. Join us as we advance the common good right here at home in Stark County. We are committed to a community that gives, advocates and volunteers. Thank you to all of our neighbors for LIVING UNITED! Read more...
The YWCA is the voice for every woman. For over a century, the YWCA has spoken out and taken action on behalf of women and girls. The YWCA is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, standing up for social justice, helping families and strengthening communities. Locally, the YWCA Canton operates the largest homeless shelter for women and children in Stark Read more...
