Grow Foundation asks Akron for partnership, city support to scale youth programs
Sep 15, 2026
Sep 15, 2026
Richard Sherman of Grow Foundation urged Akron City Council to provide partnership and financial support so the nonprofit can expand youth mentorship, financial-literacy and job-training programs and convert vacant lots into training and ownership opportunities in collaboration with the Akron Land Bank.
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Richard Sherman, who said he represents Grow Foundation and UNIFY Akron, asked the city of Akron for a formal partnership and financial support to expand youth-focused programs.
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