East Akron Neighborhood Reborn

2024-05-03 - 2024-05-04 All day

Habitat for Humanity of Summit County is offering residents in the below highlighted East Akron neighborhood home repair projects during our Neighborhood Reborn event. During two volunteers days, a resident led neighborhood revitalization will take place in this community, with assistance from volunteers, Habitat staff and Summit County Public Health to complete the following tasks:

  • Critical Home Repairs – Homeowners Apply Today!
  • General Landscaping Assistance & Solar Powered Security Light Installation
  • Public Space Improvements

APPLY FOR A HOME REPAIR PROJECT HERE: View Application Here Don’t have access to the internet or a printer? No problem! Give us a call and we can mail you an application or stop by our offices to pick one up. Some common home repair projects include window and door replacement, porch repair, ramp installation, installation of interior accessibility aids or modifications, etc. Learn more about available home repair projects and eligibility requirements here: Learn more about Habitat’s Home Repair Program.  

NR May 2024 map

NR May 2024 map

What are we trying to do?

  1. Create Sense of Community – residents, community associations and partners identifying with the neighborhood, feel connected and support one another
  2. Create Social Cohesion – residents, community associations and partners have the willingness and competency to work cooperatively
  3. Improve Housing – help residents have decent, safe, stable, affordable housing
  4. Improve Safety – help residents have a sense of personal and neighborhood safety

  Questions? Contact us at habitat@hfhsummitcounty.org or by calling (330)745-7734

Related upcoming events

  • Juneteenth Cleanup Day
    2025-06-21 10:00 am - 2025-06-21 4:00 pm

    Make History on Juneteenth: Volunteer for Our Neighborhood Cleanup!

    Join Habitat for Humanity of Summit County's Neighborhood Network for a vibrant Juneteenth Cleanup Day!

    This Juneteenth, let's honor the spirit of freedom and community by coming together to revitalize the Old Mason School Site. We're calling all passionate volunteers to help us make a visible difference in our neighborhood!

    Get ready to roll up your sleeves and:

    • Tackle trash and litter pick-up: Help us restore the beauty of our public spaces.
    • Dive into general gardening: Cultivate green spaces and nurture new growth.
    • Plant beautiful landscaping: Add vibrant touches that will flourish for years to come.

    This isn't just a cleanup – it's a celebration of community, a testament to what we can achieve when we work together. By lending a hand, you'll contribute directly to creating a safer, cleaner, and more beautiful environment for everyone.

    Event Details:

    • Date: Saturday, June 21st, 2025
    • Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Location: Old Mason School Site

    Come as you are, bring your enthusiasm, and let's make this Juneteenth a day of meaningful action and community pride! Bring your own water and lunch and all necessary tools will be provided.

    Ready to make a difference? Sign up today and help us build a better future, one clean space at a time!

    Juneteenth Flyer

  • CF NR 2025
    2025 Cuyahoga Falls Neighborhood Reborn
    2025-06-27 9:00 am - 2025-06-28 3:00 pm

    CF NR Flyer

    Habitat for Humanity of Summit County’s Neighborhood Network is hosting a Neighborhood Reborn volunteer community event to unite neighbors and revitalize the neighborhood.

    When: Friday, June 27th and Saturday, June 28th

    Where: Lincoln Elementary School 3131 Bailey Rd. Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221

    Madison Ave. Adams Ave. and Hayes Ave. from Wilson St. to Bailey Rd. and Orrville Ave. Killarney St. and Franklin Ave. around Lincoln Elementary School.

    Submit your landscaping application for FREE assistance!

    - Application here: Don't have access to the internet or a printer? No problem! Give us a call at (330)745-7734 ext. 255 and we can mail you an application or stop by our offices to pick one up.

    - applications due by June 13th, 2025

    - projects can include trash removal, lawn mowing, power washing, mulching and more!

    Sign up to volunteer  

    All materials & equipment provided

    - build community by working side by side with your fellow neighbors

    - have fun supporting your community, making a positive impact

    What is our goal?

    1. Create Sense of Community - residents, community associations and partners identifying with the neighborhood, feel connected and support one another
    2. Create Social Cohesion - residents, community associations and partners have the willingness and competency to work cooperatively
    3. Improve Housing - help residents have decent, safe, stable, affordable housing
    4. Improve Safety - help residents have a sense of personal and neighborhood safety

    Questions? Contact Jessica, Neighborhood Network Manager at jessicag@hfhsummitcounty.org or (330)745-7734 ext. 255