Pathway Caring For Children

02/27/2026

March is just around the corner and that means An Evening of Magic and Meaning is just 2 weeks away! Still time to purchase tickets! https://one.bidpal.net/pathwayauction26/welcome
Can’t attend? Online bidding is FREE to register and open to all! Bidding begins March12! A little something for everyone!
• Smokeless Firepit and Patio Heater
• Blanton’s Bourbon
• Family Package for Cleveland Sports!
• Premium Ice Cream Maker
AND MORE!

02/25/2026

NOW- the end of March is donating $10 for every pickup to Pathway! Their goal is to raise at least $2,000, so book your pickup today! https://givebutter.com/junkluggers4pathway

🔗 www.junkluggers.com/akron-canton/book-now/
☎️ (330) 552-9108

02/24/2026

Ready to make a difference? ✨ Pathway’s Foster Parent Power Weekend is coming up April 23-26! In just 4 days, you can complete pre-service training, fast track your foster care journey, and take the next step toward opening your home to a child in need. https://www.pathwaycfc.org/foster-care/

Training Schedule: (Virtual and in-person sessions)
• Thursday, April 23: 6–9 PM
• Friday, April 24: 6–9 PM
• Saturday, April 25: 8:30 AM–5:30 PM
• Sunday, April 26: 12–6 PM

What to Expect:
Pre-Service training is designed to give you the skills and tools needed to understand how trauma and instability impact children in foster care. You’ll explore how to meet their unique emotional, developmental, and behavioral needs with empathy and structure.

Are you ready to make a difference?

Makenna Taylor:
EMAIL: mtaylor@pathwaycfc.org
PHONE: 330-818-0425

02/19/2026

Are you coming for a night of Magic, Meaning, and Impact?! ✨Join us March 14, 2026 at Greystone Hall! Tickets are selling fast!
🍽 Gourmet dinner & cocktails
🎩 Live magic by The Alans (featured on Penn & Teller)
💙 Support foster care, adoption, and mental health services for children & families across Northeast Ohio
Be part of a night that changes lives.
🔗 Learn more: https://one.bidpal.net/pathwayauction26/welcome

02/18/2026

We are grateful for the continued support of the Stark County Women's Fund for supporting Independent Living services for teens to continue learning vital life skills and successfully transition into adulthood!

The Women’s Fund provided $45,000 to support 13 programs addressing the needs of underserved women and children in Stark County in 2026. See link below ⬇️ bit.ly/4am5QGx

02/16/2026

💔 Children are waiting for someone like you. 💔
Right now, there are kids in our community who need the safety and love of a foster home. YOU can be the difference- their hope.
Join Pathway Caring for Children’s Power Weekend, April 23-26, and complete ALL training in just 4 days. 🏡💙
The need has never been greater, and your support could change a child's life forever. With Pathway, you'll have all the tools and support you need to make a difference.
A child’s future can’t wait. Will you be the one to open your heart and home?👉 Sign up today!📝 Contact us at 330-818-0425 or mtaylor@pathwaycfc.org to register or learn more.
💙https://www.pathwaycfc.org/foster-care/

02/14/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day from Pathway!
We love our supporters, donors, foster families, staff and board members who have a heart for the children and families we serve!
For many Pathway children, love isn’t easy to understand or accept. Trauma can make trust difficult, and some may test boundaries just to see if love is real. But your support shows them they are always worthy of care and attention.
At Pathway, LOVE is our first core value: We seek to express love and care for one another. We accept our differences and work to increase our understanding by patiently listening, supporting, and comforting each other.
We remain committed to advocating for children and families, ensuring they feel worthy, valued, and deeply loved.
Thank you for being part of the Pathway family!

02/13/2026

Good News Because of YOU! Because of your support, Pathway children are thriving!
-A Pathway teen is excelling with straight A’s while participating in cheerleading, band, church youth group, and having her artwork displayed at the Butler Art Institute.
-A young girl has made significant progress in speech and is eagerly awaiting her adoption court date.
-Several of our youngest children are reaching exciting milestones—sitting up, crawling, pulling to their knees, and taking early steps—with smiles and joy.
-One child is gaining strength and independence with added developmental support and Help Me Grow services.
-A fourth grader transitioned into a gifted class and is making new friends with ease!
-AND another teen earned straight A’s and is preparing for her first job.

02/12/2026

📢NEW blog post! Did you know something as simple as a personalized bedroom can help ease fear and anxiety for foster kids?🧡

At Pathway, we’ve seen how safe, welcoming spaces support emotional healing from day one. Our latest blog breaks down why it matters—and how YOU can help. https://www.pathwaycfc.org/blog/creating-comfort/

02/11/2026

✨ Family LEGO Night! ✨🧱

Bring the whole family for a fun-filled LEGO night full of working together!
🍽️ Free fun and a meal provided
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Open to the first 50 families
REGISTER HERE: https://tinyurl.com/mr2rhrta

📅 Thursday, February 19
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 One Center for Leadership
901 Tuscarawas St E, Canton, OH 44701

Come build, create, and make memories together—one brick at a time!

02/09/2026

✨ FREE Virtual Parent Training! ✨
Open to all parents of children ages 0–12

🍽️ Triple P: Hassle-Free Mealtime (Part 1 of 2)
📅 Tuesday, February 17
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
💻 Virtual | FREE

Triple P is an evidence-based parenting program designed to strengthen positive, caring relationships between parents and children ❤️
Parents will learn practical strategies to manage common childhood behavioral and emotional challenges—especially around mealtime!

🧠 What you’ll gain:
✔️ Effective behavior management tools
✔️ Positive communication & problem-solving skills
✔️ Strategies that reduce challenging behaviors

🔹 Two-Part Series:
• Feb 17: Lecture with Dawn Killian
• Feb 26: Discussion session with Megan Garrett

📌 Spots are free—don’t miss out!
👉 Register today and make mealtime less stressful for everyone.

02/06/2026

Pathway Caring for Children is grateful for partnerships with local schools like St. Thomas Aquinas High School & Middle School and Pathway therapist, Autumn Hawkins who place priority on mental health support to students.

This week, we celebrate the heart, guidance, and unwavering support behind our Student Knights’ success. A huge THANK YOU to Mrs. Moon, Mr. Pederzolli, and Ms. Hawkins for walking alongside our students every day—supporting their well-being, encouraging growth, and helping them navigate both challenges and victories.

Your care, compassion, and commitment make a lasting impact on our Aquinas community. We are so grateful for all you do to help our Knights thrive—academically, socially, and emotionally.

💛🖤 Happy National School Counseling Week!