Purpose:
To reach out to the youth population including school aged children, students up through college level, and any young-at-heart community members.
 

Goals:

• Inspire youth to become leaders in our community

• Educate and increase awareness of the community need among 
  the younger population

• Encourage philanthropy and volunteerism at a young age

• Increase involvement and understanding of United Way among youth

Get Involved!

2008 Creative Art Contest
The winning artwork will be on display at the Akron Library, Main Branch from May 4-17 and at Chapel Hill Mall May 18-31.

See the 2008 Winners

Thanks to everyone who helped make this
year such a success!

Youth Brown Bag Seminars
schedule a seminar for your group today!

• Volunteer - Help make YOUR community a better place by volunteering time at an area non-profit organization!

  • Day of Caring
    Volunteer with hundreds of others in the month of June!

  • Done in a Day
    Set up a one day volunteer project for your group at a local agency!

  • Volunteer Center
    Search for up-to-date volunteer opportunities on our website or call the United Way Volunteer Center at 330.762.7601.

Learn about the United Way of Summit County Youth Initiative Programs

Request more information
about the Youth Initiative

2007 Alternative Spring Break

• Fund Raise - Host a fundraiser at your school, club, organization, or with friends to help benefit United Way of Summit County, local community agencies, and YOUR community!

  Find creative Ideas for Youth Fundraising that you could implement with your group, or give us a call and let us help.
  

• Donate - Make a donation to United Way of Summit County!  Contributions from youth will be distributed through the Youth Initiative Allocations Team.  Donate through your school’s campaign.
  

• Raise Awareness - YOU can raise awareness by:

  • Inviting a United Way representative to speak at YOUR school or organization

  • Hosting a Youth Brown Bag educational seminar on topics of interest to your group. 

YOU really can make a difference and help people in need
right here in Summit County!