AKRON, Ohio — An organization, once at risk of closure, is making a comeback, and they said it’s thanks to our coverage.

Several months ago, News 5 first introduced you to SWAG or Students With a Goal. Akron mentoring organization helping at-risk youth faces new challenge

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It’s an Akron-based academic mentoring program that’s been facing some challenges due to federal and social program cuts aligned with diversity, equity and inclusion, as well as the depletion of COVID-19 funds.

Executive Director Richard Gibson was not sure if they would be open this December.

But, he told us they have secured funds for the spring semester, so now they’re looking ahead and are asking for the community to support their

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