Hoops for the Homeless will pit Akron Firefighters against Akron Police Officers in a charity basketball game on Saturday, Oct. 7, at Mason CLC located at 700 E. Exchange St. It runs from 1 to 3 p.m.
Sisters With A Vision and Community Brothers organized the event and said it goes a long way in helping several organizations combat a variety of issues associated with homelessness.
Allie Nicholson with Sisters With A Vision and Elmer Mahone Jr. appeared on Good Morning Cleveland- on Sunday to talk about the event.
All proceeds will go to Project Rise, Safe Landing and Summit County Continuum Care.
Admission will be one of the following items: shampoo, body products, feminine hygiene products, toothbrushes, toothpaste, socks, school supplies, backpacks and $10 gift cards for Walmart, Target, or Subway. Monetary donations are also accepted. Please make checks payable to Project Rise, Safe Landing, or Summit County Continuum of Care.
