This summer, the City of Akron proudly invested $100,000 in 49 youth-focused organizations through our new sports and wellness grants program. By supporting these groups, we're empowering young people with connection to strong role models and a safe, enriching environment. Objective 2 of the Growing Together pillar for our Together for Akron plan is to cultivate a coordinated ecosystem for student success and youth opportunity. For many grantees, it’s their first collaboration with the city—and