CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Clinic announced it was committing millions in funding to Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank after the health system was recognized with an award on Wednesday.
What You Need To Know
- Akron-Canton recognized the health system with its Guiding Partner Award on Wednesday
- Cleveland Clinic announced a new $3 million commitment to the foodbank, aiming to help expand hunger relief services for families in Summit, Stark, Portage, Medina, Tuscarawas and surrounding counties
- Feeding America estimates one in seven residents within the foodbank’s service area lack consistent access to nutritious food, including one in five children
Akron-Canton recognized the health system with its Guiding Partner Award on Wednesday. The award recognizes corporate partners whose financial support and food donations advance the vision of a community free from hunger.
“We are deeply grateful for Cleveland Clinic’s ongoing support of our food bank and the neighbors we serve,” said Dan Flowers, president and CEO of Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank. “Last year alone, they helped provide the equivalent of nearly 500,000 meals for this community. Their commitment reflects a shared belief that access to nourishing food is essential to a healthy, thriving community. Today’s pledge of future support not only strengthens our ability to meet current needs but also ensures we can continue building a more food-secure future together. We are proud to stand alongside partners who understand that caring for our community extends far beyond the walls of any one organization.”…