Akron City Council Announces 2025-2026 Neighborhood Partnership Program Grant Recipients

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Dr. Joan M. Williams, Council Chief of Staff 

jwilliams@akronohio.gov or 330-375-2258

Akron City Council Announces

2025-2026 Neighborhood Partnership Program Grant Recipients

AKRON, Ohio, Jan. 6, 2026 — Akron City Council has announced the recipients of the 2025–2026 Neighborhood Partnership Program (NPP) Grant Awards, awarding $150,000 to support community-based projects across the city’s neighborhoods.

Funding was distributed equally across all 10 City wards, with $15,000 allocated per ward. Grants ranging from $3,000 to $15,000 were awarded to 32 nonprofit organizations, including multi-cultural organizations, youth organizations, faith-based organizations, and neighborhood associations.

“These grants are more than financial support—they represent a vote of confidence in residents and organizations who are committed to strengthening Akron’s neighborhoods,” said Council President Margo Sommerville. “The Neighborhood Partnership Program empowers communities to lead solutions that improve quality of life where people live.”

Funded projects include food pantry support, community cultural events, youth empowerment initiatives, neighborhood cleanups, safety initiatives, and other efforts that demonstrate public benefit and active community involvement. All projects are expected to be completed within one year.

A full list of 2025–2026 Neighborhood Partnership Program Grant Awardees is available on the Akron City Council website here.

About the Neighborhood Partnership Program

The Neighborhood Partnership Program, administered by Akron City Council, supports innovative, resident-driven initiatives that enhance neighborhood vitality and promote the health and well-being of Akron residents. The program is designed to strengthen neighborhood connections and encourage community engagement in addressing local challenges. Each Ward and individual project receives its own non-transferable funding.  Funding is provided as reimbursement for approved budgeted expenses.

For more information, visit akroncitycouncil.org.

                                

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