Rep. Sykes Announces Nearly $4.2 Million to Support Community Health in Summit and Stark Counties

May 06, 2026 Rep. Sykes Announces Nearly $4.2 Million to Support Community Health in Summit and Stark Counties AKRON, OH - Today, U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) announced the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services awarded a total of $4,178,319 to two health centers in Ohio’s 13th Congressional District. My Community Health Center in Canton will receive $983,333 and Axesspointe Community Health Center Inc. in Akron will receive $3,194,986. “Community health centers are essential for public health, especially in Northeast Ohio. As healthcare costs continue to rise, these organizations can be the difference between life and death for some families,” said Rep. Sykes. “Investing in these programs is vital to keep our communities strong.” “We are grateful for the continued commitment of Congresswoman Emilia Sykes in securing funding for our health center—an essential investment in the health and well-being of our community. This support helps ensure access to critical health services and allows individuals and families to receive timely, high-quality care when they need it most,” said Mark Frisone, Executive Director of Axess Family Services. This grant will help both organizations, as Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), continue to provide quality, evidence-based care to individuals regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay. Both organizations as FQHCs are nonprofits, focusing on providing healthcare to people who would otherwise not be able to afford it. They offer essential services, including primary care, behavioral health treatment, and pharmaceutical care to over 40,000 patients combined. Print Email Share Tweet