Resources

Find the Help You Need, When You Need It

We all need help sometimes – and in Alliance, you don’t have to face challenges alone. ECEA is here to help families find the right support, at the right time. Whether you’re enrolling in preschool, looking for parenting support, or searching for a trusted community service, we’re here to walk with you every step of the way.

The list below includes local agencies, partners, and programs dedicated to helping families thrive. These resources are here for you – to answer questions, offer guidance, and provide care when it’s needed most.

Let us help you connect with the people and services that fit your life best.

In addition to the resources provided below, starkhelpcentral.com is a website that you can search for any needs in the area of Stark County, OH. An additional resource you may find helpful is A Parent's Guide to Introducing Children to Libraries. ​

  • 211 is a vital service connecting individuals to free and confidential counseling for food, healthcare, and more. It refers people to local agencies for rent, food, utilities, transportation, medical help, job skills, and more.

    Free and accessible 24/7/365, completely confidential.

    For More Information

    uwstark.org 2-1-1

  • Empowers and assists survivors of abuse by providing education, resources, emergency shelter, and transitional support.

    Available 24/7 by phone

    For More Information

    alliancedomesticviolenceshelter.org

    facebook.com/Allianceareadomesticviolenceshelter

    (330) 823-7223

  • A volunteer-led community providing meals, hosting discussions, and preparing facilities for a live-in worker community.

    Call for meal schedule

    For More Information

    Joshua Casteel House,

    830 S. Freedom St., Alliance, OH 44601

    catholicworker.org

    (330) 680-4501

  • Working within the community to end hunger.

    Monday, 4-7 p.m.; Tuesday, 9 a.m.-Noon; Wednesday, 4-7 p.m.

    For More Information

    215 E. Market St., Alliance, OH 44601

    alliancecommunitypantry.org

    (330) 680-8130

  • Provides housing and support services to homeless families, and offers development and health initiatives for community prosperity.

    For More Information

    624 Scranton Ave, Alliance, OH 44601

    allianceforchildrenandfamilies.org

    (330) 821-6332 Ext #8

    shirene@allianceforchildrenandfamilies.org

  • To keep the history of Alliance alive for the education and enjoyment of the public

    For More Information

    alliancehistory.org

    facebook.com/alliancehistory

    (330) 206-6365

    mdillon57@gmail.com

  • Offers free, confidential services to support women and families facing unplanned pregnancies, including pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, parenting classes, and baby items.

    For More Information

    Monday-Wednesday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thursday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.75

    Glamorgan St. Ste. 104, Alliance, OH 44601

    alliancepregnancycenter.com

    facebook.com/alliancepregnancycenter

    (330) 821-7283

    info@alliancepregnancycenter.com

  • To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.  

    For More Information

    205 S Union Ave., Alliance, OH 44601

    www.ymcastark.org/alliance-schedules                  

    www.ymcastark.org/alliance               

    (330) 823-1930

    alee@ymcastark.org

  • The Arid Club is an organization for alcoholics and recovering alcoholics to come and discuss the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous

    For More Information

    421 S. Arch Ave., Alliance, OH 44601

    alliancearidclub.wordpress.com/meeting-times/

  • We desire to provide people with both educational and recreational opportunities, while preserving land and inspiring others to help protect our natural habitats for future generations.                                              

    For More Information

    beechcreekgardens.org

    (330)265-1941                

    michael@beechcreekgardens.org

  • To empower men to take up their God given roles as provider and protector of the family.

    For More Information

    menschallenge.org

  • Working together to be the premier resource for emotional and behavioral health services and products that help children, youth, and families successfully meet life’s challenges.

    For More Information

    1207 W. State St, Ste. G, Alliance, OH 44601             

    https://www.childandadolescent.org/

  • For More Information

    clothedinrighteousness.org

  • ALLIANCE OUTPATIENT

    Addiction and mental health counseling, psychiatric services, drug screenings, case management, and rape crisis center.

    For More Information

    1207 W. State St., Alliance, OH 44601

    (330) 821-8407  

  • Our mission is to support, promote, and create dynamic learning environments for young children, which will serve and benefit families, businesses, and community partners through education and advocacy.               

    Contact to sign up for the SPARK in-home reading program, get info about the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, or learn about local childcare providers.

    For More Information

    earlychildhoodeducationalliance.org

    hibbsel@alliancecityschools.org

  • Strengthens early care and education by supporting families, professionals, and the community with resources, training, and advocacy.

    Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

    For More Information

    1718 Cleveland Ave. NW, Canton, OH 44703

    ecresourcecenter.org

    (877) 691-8521

  • FEMI's mission is to unite and strengthen families and individuals by providing services and educational opportunities that will help them obtain job and life skills resulting in them becoming positive contributors to society.

    For More Information

    www.femiohio.org

  • For More Information

    12501 W. State St., Alliance, OH 44601       

    goodwillgoodskills.org/stores/alliance

                                               

    Greater Alliance Community Garden Association 

    GACGA promotes community volunteering to help manage and maintain gardens, provides education and guidance, as well as assistance and support with community gardens in the greater Alliance area.

    For More Information                              cityofalliance.com/index.aspx?nid=393

    facebook.com/alliancecommunitygardens

    (330)680-2244 or (330) 868-3529       

    ecoday@yahoo.com

  • Our mission is to strengthen our community by serving and connecting people, resources, and needs through philanthropic giving.

    For More Information

    960 W. State St., Ste. 220, Alliance, OH 44601            greateralliancefoundation.org

    (330)823-8560

    info@greateralliancefoundation.org

  • The Mission of Greater Stark County Urban League is to enable African Americans and the underserved to reach full economic, social and health parity to enrich their lives and the lives of their families.                     

    For More Information

    1400 Sherrick Rd. SE, Canton, OH 44707

    starkurbanleague.org/

    (330) 754-1576                 

  • Seeking to put God's love into action, Alliance Area Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope. The organization's vision is a world where everyone has a decent place to live.                                    

    For More Information

    allianceareahabitat.org

    facebook.com/alliancehabitat

    @allianceareahabitat (Instagram)

    @allianceareaHFH (X)

    (330) 429-7290

    info@allianceareahabitat.org

  • For More Information

    hartvillethriftshoppe.org

  • Meals on Wheels promotes senior nutrition and health by delivering nutritious meals to seniors’ homes or to the YWCA congregate dining site.

    For More Information

    allianceywca.org/what-were-doing/promoting-senior-nutition-and-health

    (330) 823-1840 

  • For More Information

    alliancefcc.com/michaelsworld

  • Our mission is to help children and families realize the possibilities of their lives through foster care, adoption, and counseling.

    For More Information

    pathwaycfc.org

  • The mission of Pegasus Farm is to create a community that holistically supports and empowers people with diverse needs through therapeutic equestrian programs, vocational services, and recreational and social activities.

    For More Information

    7490 Edison St. NE, Hartville, OH 44632

    pegasusfarm.org

    (330) 935-2300

  • RAM ministries mission is to serve God by serving others by reaching out to people in need and offering them the support and assistance needed to live their best life possible.

    For More Information

    ramministries.org

  • The Stark County Community Action Agency, is a 501C (3) non-profit organization incorporated in 1981, by federal government and Ohio designated anti-poverty agency for Stark County, Ohio.  The SCCAA is a significant program provider of services, working with a commitment and creativity to promote self-sufficiency among low-income persons. The SCCAA carries out its mission through the provision of innovative, practical and timely programs. The SCCAA provides opportunities for approximately 20,000 individuals and families each year to improve their lives and contribute to the Stark County community.

    1366 Market Avenue North
    Canton, OH 44714
    Phone: (330) 454-1676
    Fax: (330) 454-6850
    Office Hours: Monday - Friday
    8:00AM to 4:30PM

    https://www.sccaa.org/wba/news/stark-county-2024-street-card/

  • Stark Parks mission is to preserve, manage, and connect natural areas to serve the community through recreation, conservation, and education.                                               

    For More Information

    starkparks.com

    facebook.com/starkparks

    instagram.com/starkparks

    twitter.com/starkparks

    youtube.com/user/starkparks

    (330) 409-8993

    volunteers@starkparks.com

  • The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

    For More Information

    (330) 823-5188

    Dorothy.Budd@USE.SalvationArmy.Org

  • To improve the quality of life in our communities by leading in the development of solutions to critical social issues in the areas of health, education and financial stability.

    For More Information

    401 Market Avenue N, Ste. 300, Canton, OH 44702

    uwstark.org/

    (330) 491-0445

  • Food distribution on Thursdays, 9 a.m.-noon

    For More Information

    vineumc.org/outreachmission

  • YWCA Alliance is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. The YWCA operates a women's clothing closet. 

    Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m.-noon; first and second Saturdays of the month, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. 

    For More Information

    239 E. Market St., Alliance, OH 44601     

    allianceywca.org

    (330) 823-1840