September 12, 2023

Rep. Sykes Announces More Than $5.1 Million in HHS Grants Awarded To Ohio’s 13th Congressional District

AKRON, OH — U.S. Representative Emilia Strong Sykes (OH-13) announced the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has awarded seven grants to Ohio’s 13th Congressional District totaling $5,163,154.

“Securing federal funding for our district is a top priority for my office, and I'm proud to collaborate with the Department of Health and Human Services on these vital initiatives. These projects not only enhance the well-being of our community, but also pave the way for innovative solutions that benefit local organizations and businesses attuned to our district's specific needs," said Rep. Sykes. "I want to commend Oriana House, Inc., the Young Women’s Christian Association of Canton, Asian Services in Action, Inc., Axesspointe Community Health Center, My Community Health Center, Community Support Services, Inc., and Children's Hospital Medical Center of Akron for their groundbreaking programs that contribute to the targeted and holistic wellness of those living in Ohio’s 13th Congressional District."

The grant recipients and award amounts are listed below.

  1. Oriana House, Inc.
    • Program Title: The Akron Municipal Recovery Court and Summit County Turning Point Collaborative Drug Court Program
    • Award Amount: $800,000
  2. The Young Women’s Christian Association of Canton (YWCA)
    • Program Title: Early Head Start - Child Care Partnership
    • Award Amount: $2,453,047
  3. Asian Services in Action, Inc.
    • Program Title: FY 2023 Bridge Access Program
    • Award Amount: $12,335
  4. Axesspointe Community Health Center
    • Program Title: FY 2023 Bridge Access Program
    • Award Amount: $27,797
  5. My Community Health Center
    • Program Title: FY 2023 Bridge Access Program
    • Award Amount: $15,471
  6. Community Support Services, Inc
    • Program Title: FY 2023 Bridge Access Program
    • Award Amount: $11,574
  7. Children’s Hospital Medical Center of Akron
  • Program Title: Children's Hospitals Graduate Medical Education Payment

For more information about grant opportunities and assistance, visit sykes.house.gov/grants for valuable information and resources that can help local organizations continue to make a meaningful impact in our community.