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Summer of Purpose: Eva McKnight

For several years now, I’ve been on the hunt for a mission. I am a feminist, and deeply passionate about the advancement of equity and human rights. But as I’ve become more educated about the complexity of everyday oppressions faced by marginal communities...

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Summer of Purpose: Scott King

Commitment to a short-term opportunity can often lead to the achievement of long-term goals. This ideology is exemplified by organizations like the Cleveland Housing Network (CHN). CHN is a not-for-profit organization working to build strong communities...

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Summer of Purpose: Patrick Mohorcic

It has been a blessing to be a part of the 2016 Cleveland Foundation Summer Internship Program. A select few receive this opportunity, and every morning I am reminded of how lucky I am. I am incredibly grateful to my supervisor Rebecca Corrigan for making this...

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Summer of Purpose: Gabrielle Maginn

At the beginning of the summer, ten weeks sounded like a very long time. However, as I prepare to begin my last week at Equality Ohio, a statewide organization that advocates and educates to achieve fair treatment and equal opportunity for all Ohioans...

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Encore: Purpose, Passion, Paycheck

Guest blog post by Encore Cleveland Consultant Wendy Albin Sattin, AICPEarlier this summer, grantees and participants in the Cleveland Foundation’s Encore Cleveland initiative met with Marc Freedman, the founder of Encore.org, for an enlightening discussion...

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Summer of Purpose: Haley Marblestone

Before starting my internship at the Cleveland Health Tech Corridor (HTC), I knew little about the organization. I had done my research and knew the facts, but still didn’t grasp what the nonprofit was all about. What exactly is a business incubator? How...

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Summer of Purpose: Daniel Drees

Daniel Burnham, a renowned urban planner associated with the 19th-century City Beautiful movement, once famously stated, “Make no little plans; they have no magic to stir men's blood and probably themselves will not be realized. Make big plans; aim high in...

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Summer of Purpose: Katherine Karpinski

“Coming Home,” the theme of Cogswell Hall’s annual gala, certainly captures the atmosphere and mission of the historic institution. Founded in the late 1800’s as a home for “friendless girls,” Cogswell Hall currently houses low-income men and women...

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Summer of Purpose: Julia Daniels

Before arriving in Cleveland, I did not know what to expect. Being from New York City, I never dreamed about coming here. I did not know much about the city or even the genuine love and kindness I was about to witness, as well as receive, from the nonprofits...

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Summer of Purpose: Megan Goedeker

The summer of 2016 has been a summer of firsts: my first “big-girl” job; my first time working 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. days; my first time actually enjoying the work; but more importantly, the first time I feel like what I am doing is making a difference.Working...

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