Come help paint the TB Office! Day 1 will be prep and paint and we will host a day 2 in case more time is needed. We have owned the TB Office for a few years, but due to the pandemic did not have much of a reason or access to beautify the space. Well […]
Come help paint the TB Office! Day 1 will be prep and paint and we will host a day 2 in case more time is needed. We have owned the TB Office for a few years, but due to the pandemic did not have much of a reason or access to beautify the space. Well […]
Do you and your organizations work with people from different cultures? Are you employing best practices to effectively communicate and interact with those you work with or serve? Come learn about cultural competency in this upcoming L&D Presents discussion led by Tiffany Stacy from United Way of Summit and Medina. A former Torchbearer, Tiffany has […]
Home improvement projects for low income families in North Hill. Tasks include painting, hanging/finishing drywall, or installing flooring/windows. This is a TB5 Service Event Up to 8 volunteers
Subcommittee Statement of Purpose Our purpose as a subcommittee is to actively involve Torchbearers in the Akron community of mental health and addiction service providers, help members to be leaders who are aware of mental health struggles, and educate members on personal mental wellness.
Chair: Abby Darin, abbydarin@gmail.com Board Liaison: Sean Blasko, sblasko4868@gmail.com
Mission: We are a subcommittee of CIC with a purpose to help Torchbearers and its members adopt sustainable practices by presenting opportunities for exploration, education and implementation of these practices. Vision: A Torchbearers organization that is well versed in the environmental challenges facing our region and is actively implementing solutions to those challenges. What We […]
TB will continue working with the Kenmore community to repaint several blocks of bike lanes down the Kenmore Blvd.This initiative carries over from 2022’s commitment to the Kenmore community, which was postponed due to bad weather conditions for painting. These bike lanes are a popular means of travel for the Kenmore community. The City of […]
Akron Urban League Torchbearers meets Akron Urban League Young Professionals. We will be spending time with AULYP members to network, learn about our respective organizations, and make plans for impacting change in Akron. The Akron Urban League is providing the space and there will be food! From 5:30-6:00, our TB committee/task force co-chairs will be […]
Taste of Akron The Taste of Akron returns Thursday, July 20 from 6:00 – 10:00 pm. We are excited to announce the following vendors will participate this year. No pre-paid tickets are needed, you will pay vendors directly. Enjoy!
This meeting will be in-person to work on final Road Rally tasks. Food and drinks will be provided.
All individuals who have signed up to be on an interview team for the Torchbearers Class of 2024 interviews should attend. Cathryn O’Malley at TB alumni will be conducting!
ROAD RALLY IS BACK! The most anticipated social event of the year is returning on Saturday, July 29th. What is Road Rally? A day of fun filled with solving riddles, trivia, and crazy adventures! It is an Akron-based scavenger hunt and this year’s theme is Akron History. You won’t want to miss it, so mark […]
In-person meeting at Nepali Kitchen (399 E Cuyahoga Falls Ave. Akron, OH 44310)
Subcommittee Statement of Purpose Our purpose as a subcommittee is to actively involve Torchbearers in the Akron community of mental health and addiction service providers, help members to be leaders who are aware of mental health struggles, and educate members on personal mental wellness.
First year members will understand basic principles of change and the strengths and motivation they have to help lead through change. They will also discuss how to positively influence and remain flexible in times of change. The session will be held in the Key Bank room in the American Red Cross building.