Axess Family Services

08/21/2026

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern OH & Western PA is hosting their annual Golf for Kids' Sake Golf Scramble on October 2nd in Hubbard! Proceeds benefit children in need of a supportive, adult role model in their lives, so if you like spending your time out on the green, there's no better place to put your skills in action. 🏌️

Contact program manger Gabrielle O’Neal at 330-545-0002 or [email protected] to purchase tickets or for more information.

08/19/2026

Learn about what's happening in your community at Grill for Good! Dozens of our programs will be represented by staff at the event, which makes it a prime opportunity to learn about volunteer opportunities and the resources we provide.

We also have community partners tabling at the event, so you can learn about more than just AFS! We hope to see you in Kent on September 12th!

08/17/2026

What a weekend! On Saturday, we had booths at both Dog Days in Kent, hosted by our friends at the The Madonio Animal Trust, and the Highland Square PorchRokr Festival in Akron! Thank you to everyone who stopped by and talked with us, including all the friendly pups!

You can catch us again at Flashes First Friday this week, Grill for Good, and the Ravenna Balloon-a-Fair.

08/07/2026

Get ready to experience a taste of your community with Grill for Good! Kick back with food samples and craft beer knowing that all proceeds will support local, community-based programs at Axess Family Services. Better yet, entry is free! So you can listen to live music and learn all about the dozens of social programs around your neighborhood.

Help us spread the word if you’re ready for a good time with a great cause on September 12th!

08/06/2026

This is your last reminder about Putt Fore Patriots! As a family-friendly outing, you can enjoy mini golf, a BBQ lunch, and other activities while knowing that your contributions directly support local veterans on the path to permanent housing.

Purchase tickets with the link below! We hope to see you there! 🏌️
https://bit.ly/PuttForePatriots2026

07/31/2026

Make the most out of next weekend with Putt Fore Patriots! A day of mini golf, bounce houses, video games, raffles, and a BBQ lunch for you and your family will help support local veterans in need of a home. Everyone wins!

This is a relatively new fundraiser for Valor Home and Freedom House Kent, so any support means a lot to the residents and staff. ❤️

Purchase tickets at: https://bit.ly/PuttForePatriots2026.🏌️

07/23/2026

Gift a fun summer day to a family at AFS! Putt Fore Patriots features mini golf, bounce houses, video games, and a BBQ lunch for participants on August 8th. Proceeds go to local veterans, so if you're unable to join us, consider passing off the opportunity to a family in need and help out two parties at once!

To sponsor, visit the link below and choose the "Team Sponsor" option.
🏌️bit.ly/PuttForePatriots2026

07/20/2026

Thank you to Youngstown Mayor Derrick McDowell and Ward 1 Councilman Julius Kingly Oliver for visiting Veteran's Haven's shipping container transitional housing project! Construction is expected to be completed this year in the fall.

Pictured with Brandi Parker, our Assistant Director for Veteran Services Outreach, and Matthew Slater, our Director of Development.

07/16/2026

Big Brothers Big Sisters is hiring through AmeriCorps VISTA!

We're hiring a one year, full time position for BBBS through AmeriCorps VISTA! The position will assist all service areas as needed, with responsibilities such as outreach planning, coordinating donated materials, and volunteer communication.

If you have a passion for community engagement and a love of youth development, this is a fantastic opportunity for meaningful work in those areas. Please apply with the link below.
💚https://bit.ly/4vyixFp

07/13/2026

Putt Fore Patriots is hosting a basket raffle alongside our other festivities, and we're asking our community to help! If you have a knack for putting together themed goods or own a local business, this is a fantastic way to help raise money for our veterans.

Contact Trisia Gump for questions or to coordinate drop-off at [email protected] or (330) 785-2050 ext. 1637. Baskets can also be dropped off at 705 Oakwood St. in Ravenna.