Presented by ACCESS, Inc.

2025 ACCESS State of the Shelter Breakfast

Registration ends Tuesday, 05/06/2025 8:00pm EDT

About This Event

Join us for the 19th annual State of the Shelter Breakfast as we celebrate ACCESS's achievements over the past year. Grettel Jiménez-Singer, Director of the National Women’s Shelter Network, will be our keynote speaker, offering invaluable insights as a subject matter expert on the state of homelessness and the current challenges and opportunities in supporting women and children nationwide. The event will also feature an inspiring story from this year’s recipient of the Lynn M. Budnick Empowered Woman Award, honoring a remarkable former resident who has triumphed over adversity. In addition, we will proudly present the Terry J. Steel Community Excellence Award to a dedicated community partner whose impact has been instrumental to our mission. Together, we will discuss the critical needs facing women and children experiencing homelessness in Summit County.

About This Event

Join us for the 19th annual State of the Shelter Breakfast as we celebrate ACCESS's achievements over the past year. Grettel Jiménez-Singer, Director of the National Women’s Shelter Network, will be our keynote speaker, offering invaluable insights as a subject matter expert on the state of homelessness and the current challenges and opportunities in supporting women and children nationwide. The event will also feature an inspiring story from this year’s recipient of the Lynn M. Budnick Empowered Woman Award, honoring a remarkable former resident who has triumphed over adversity. In addition, we will proudly present the Terry J. Steel Community Excellence Award to a dedicated community partner whose impact has been instrumental to our mission. Together, we will discuss the critical needs facing women and children experiencing homelessness in Summit County.

What is Included?

Each ticket purchased includes parking, admission to the program, a reserved seat at a table, a buffet-style breakfast with allergy-friendly options, and non-alcoholic beverages.

Getting There

Quaker Station Catering
135 S Broadway St
Akron, 44308
United States