US HR1000

House Resolution commemorating the Akron Urban League's 100th anniversary of serving Akron and Summit County, Ohio

Organization traces roots to 1918 when community leaders sought assistance for the growing Black population, leading to the 1925 formation of the Association for Colored Community Work with $10,000 from Firestone Tire and Rubber Company

In May 1950, a new community center opened at 250 East Market Street featuring a gymnasium, swimming pool, meeting rooms, classrooms, library, and kitchen for Black residents who were excluded from other Akron facilities

Akron Urban League is one of 88 National Urban League affiliates and provides programs in education, job training, economic development, antiviolence, health and wellness, and mentoring

Resolution honors the organization's century of work and encourages continued service to Summit County residents, particularly African Americans, through economic self-reliance and social empowerment