Ingredients for a Sustainable Future

The Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank invites hunger-relief partners to the 2025 Biennial Network Gathering. Focusing on building more resilient communities, network partners will share how creative solutions, diverse perspectives and strong partnerships are shaping a future where everyone has access to nourishing food.

Partners will have the opportunity to register for two breakout sessions at the event. See the lineup for session details.

Info: Light breakfast and beverages will be provided.

Info: Presented by Dan Flowers, President and CEO, and Claudia Dzordzormenyoh, Director, Network Partners & Programs with the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank.

Info: Essential Ingredients for Grant Writing | Filling Your Own Cup: Self-Care Practices to Prevent Burnout | Stirring Up Change: Advocating for Our Neighbors

Info: Making It Stretch: Recipes for Resilience in Uncertain Times | Cooking Demo: Easy Recipes to Eliminate Waste | Turning Down the Heat: A Recipe for De-escalation & Conflict Resolution

Info: Provided by Old Carolina Barbecue Company.

Info: Hear from your peers as they share insights on innovation, longevity, consistency and advancing equity and inclusion in our work. The panel includes: Mike Farmer with South Arlington UMC and Family of Faith UMC, Brenda Johnson with Family Empowerment Ministries and Imokhai Okolo with The Freedom ROC/People Feeding People.

Info: Presented by Katie Carver Reed, Vice President & Chief Operating Officer with the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank.

Info: Ice cream provided by Pavs Creamery Ice Cream Truck.

Host or Publisher Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank