Mission

The Cleveland Foundation’s mission is to enhance the lives of all residents of Greater Cleveland, now and for generations to come, by working together with our donors to build community endowment, address needs through grantmaking, and provide leadership on key community issues.

Statistics

Year Ended 2017:

• Total assets: $2.5 billion
• Grants authorized: 4,768 grants
• Value of grants authorized: $101 million
• New gifts received: $112.3 million
• Operating expenses: $14.4 million
• Number of employees: 82
• IRS E.I. number: 34-0714588
• Endowment: $2.5 billion

Philanthropy

The foundation offers numerous creative and rewarding ways to donate to the community, some with significant tax advantages. 

Leadership

We play a leadership role in the communities we serve, as a grantmaker, convener, and facilitator.

Diversity

The Cleveland Foundation is committed to diversity and inclusion in everything that we do.  Our Statement on Diversity reflects our commitment to keeping diversity at the forefront.

Officers

• Ronald B. Richard
  President and CEO
• India Pierce Lee
  Senior Vice President, Program
• Kaye Ridolfi
  Senior Vice President for Advancement
• Rosanne Potter
  Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
• Michael Murphy
  Chief Marketing Officer
• Leon Wilson
  Chief Technology & Information Officer
• Monica K. Brown
  Vice President, Human Resources
• Leslie A. Dunford
  Vice President for Administration and Strategic Projects