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Embrace Your Willpower!

According to Lexis Nexis, 55 percent of Americans do not have a will or estate plan in place. And if you did establish a will, how long ago did you do so? It’s a troubling thought, but keeping an outdated will can be just as unfortunate as not having one at...

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Ronn Richard ranks in Power 100 list

We were thrilled to see the Cleveland Foundation’s president and CEO, Ronn Richard, on Community Leader’s Power 100 list.The new publication from Cleveland Magazine tells stories of individuals and organizations helping to advance Northeast Ohio’s...

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Students at Stepstone Academy are recognized each month for displaying excellent citizenship.

January Grant Highlights

As January draws to a close, the Cleveland Foundation has made grants this month totaling $2.1 million. Let’s take a peek at some of the organizations we supported across Cuyahoga, Lake and Geauga counties: We awarded $37,950 to Kent State University...

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The Fifth Migration

If you are a millennial living in Northeast Ohio, you’re not alone. In fact, you may be part of the “fifth migration,” a national term for the re-urbanization of metro areas. It’s a population trend that’s hitting Cleveland in a big way, and it’s...

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Summer Internship Deadline Fast Approaching

Winter is upon us, and it’s hard to imagine a time when we’ll feel a warm lake breeze or the heat of the sun. But before you know it, another beautiful Cleveland summer will be here, and with it, the Cleveland Foundation Summer Internship Program!Apply now...

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December Grantmaking in Review

Welcome to 2016! It’s going to be an important year for Cleveland. Thanks to a great year’s end, our community has the momentum needed to tackle challenges and embrace the opportunities ahead. In December, our board of directors approved $12.7 million in...

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