By Cameron Aloway, Cleveland Foundation Marketing & Communications Intern August is Black Philanthropy Month. As we celebrate the power of giving in the Black community, we’re showcasing the work and talent of organizations that received grants from the...
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By Cameron Aloway, Marketing & Communications Intern Did you know that Greater Clevelanders have one of the highest volunteer rates in the country? It’s amazing that so many of our neighbors give back to our community – and you can too! In 2018, the...
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By Cameron Aloway, Marketing & Communications Intern A lifelong resident of Lake County, Betty Jacobs is filled with the desire and passion to advocate for the LGBTQ+ community. However, she was shocked to discover the absence of effective support...
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From funding early experimental research to driving biomedical commercialization to partnering in a rapid response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Cleveland Foundation has a long history of supporting innovations in health care. Since our founding in 1914...
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Since 2008, more than 2,500 refugees have come to Northeast Ohio to resettle. Many have fled intense conflict in their home countries and are met with a series of obstacles – from learning a new language and customs to navigating unfamiliar employment...
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By Cameron Aloway, Marketing & Communications Intern Juneteenth is recognized nationally as the oldest commemoration celebrating the abolishment of slavery. Although President Abraham Lincoln issued the preliminary Emancipation Proclamation on Sept. 22...
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Hundreds of change-makers gathered to discuss philanthropic equity and creating impact in communities at the 2022 Cleveland Foundation African American Philanthropy Summit on April 30. Attendees had the opportunity to network and dive into deep conversations...
Read More By Cameron Aloway, Cleveland Foundation Marketing & Communications Intern Mentors play an integral role in guiding new generations. In particular, for youth of color, the relationship mentors share with mentees is especially impactful when leading their...
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The Greater Cleveland Interfaith Alliance (GCIA), launched with support from the Cleveland Foundation in 2015, strives to bring houses of worship together across lines of race, faith tradition, geography and more to serve the community. Formerly called the...
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By Sinegugu Gasa, Cleveland Foundation Public Service Fellow for Community Narrative and Engagement Michal Marcus, executive director of the Hebrew Free Loan Association. Photo courtesy of HFLA. Since 1904, the Hebrew Free Loan Association (HFLA) has...
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