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Connect. Convene. Collaborate.

About Us

Our Being

We are a Christian-based organization serving as an intersectional hub, dedicated to unifying the colors, cultures, and congregations to see Greater Akron thrive.  

How We Live It Out

Guided by our faith, we actively seek to influence positive change by Connecting, Convening, and Collaborating with Change-Makers to make a Collective Impact.  

Our Team

Kemp A. Boyd

Executive Director

Kemp A. Boyd, married to his incredible wife, Stacy, and blessed with a family of six children, is a dedicated family man and community leader. He serves as the Executive Director of Love Akron and is also a Co-Pastor at Garden City Church. Additionally, Boyd emphasizes mentorship and community engagement as the Head Football Coach at Garfield High School.

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Our Board

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Pastor Daren Brake

Board Chair

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Jana Weaver

Secretary

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Sapphire Young

Board Member

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Adina Calhoun

Board Member

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Evan Perrow

Vice Chair

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Henry Johnson Jr.

Board Member

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Jasmina Waters

Board Member

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Michael Badzik

Treasurer

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Pastor Lesa Lavender

Board Member

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Pastor Joe Caruso

Board Member

17 S Main St. Akron Ohio 44308

P.O. Box 2971 Akron, Ohio 44309

Phone: (330) 384-8124  E-mail: office@loveakron.org

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