Christ Child Society of Akron

Who We Are

Founded by Mary Virginia Merrick in Washington, D.C. in 1877, the Christ Child Society is devoted to promoting the welfare of all children. For more than 125 years, the non-profit, all-volunteer organization has fed, clothed, housed, and educated tens of thousands of youngsters in the various communities where each of its more than 40 chapters are chartered.

The Christ Child Society of Akron, a chapter of the National Christ Child Society, operates without a paid administrative staff and all funds donated remain in Akron to directly benefit the children in our community.

The Christ Child Society welcomes members of all religious denominations. Through service that affirms the dignity of all God's children, members enrich life for the most vulnerable among us while also enjoying the blessings of lifelong friendships that flourish in shared service.

Our motto, Laborare est orare, translates from the Latin: "To work is to pray." In honoring that conviction, the Christ Child Society works with a host of organizations throughout the Greater Akron area, offering service and support to children in need.

What we do

Members have the opportunity to serve area children through a variety of community projects.