AKRON, Ohio — The city of Akron is laser-focused on preventing crime and investing in programs supporting youth growth and development.
When Kemp Boyd says he believes in the city of Akron and the people who call it home--he means it. He's fully immersed in being part of the change and acting as a guide to the younger generations."I think all of us want to be empowered. I think all of us want to be supported," Boyd, Executive Director of Love Akron said.
Boyd is the Executive Director of"Love Akron"-- a Christian-based organization, serving as the backbone of the community for more than 25 years.Love Akron is just one of more than two dozen non-profits on the receiving end of the city's third round of violence intervention and prevention grants.It's a mentorship program for 120 high school student-athletes that will focus on life skills, leadership development, and training to be role models inside and outside of the classroom.