Investing in impact, now and for generations to come
Together with our donors, nonprofit partners and community residents, the Cleveland Foundation is working to make the lives of Greater Clevelanders better, now and for generations to come. Our shared vision is a vibrant Northeast Ohio where no Clevelander is left behind.
Legislation, policies and other practices over generations have created deep inequities across Cleveland. This inequity impacts us all.
We believe that to make true change, we must invest in long-term efforts at the region, neighborhood and individual levels to drive success for all. At the same time, we are committed to strengthening local nonprofits and meeting new and immediate needs in our community as they arise.
Our priorities guide the use of our full toolbox of resources, including grantmaking, investing, public policy and partnerships.
Long-term focus areas:
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GROW OUR REGION |
INVEST IN VIBRANT NEIGHBORHOODS |
CONNECT PEOPLE TO PROSPERITY |
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Grow our region by developing talent, investing in arts and culture, promoting and protecting the environment, and positioning Cleveland as a go-to place to locate and expand businesses. |
Invest in vibrant neighborhoods by supporting planning and development, improving wellbeing, attracting capital for housing, preserving cultural legacy, and creating opportunities for residents to build wealth. |
Connect people to prosperity by supporting education and economic opportunity from cradle to career and advancing a policy agenda to drive financial stability and mobility. |
Immediate focus areas:
| BASIC AND EMERGENCY NEEDS | CAPACITY BUILDING AND LEADERSHIP | NEW IDEAS | CAPITAL PROJECTS |
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| We respond to ongoing and changing community needs and support overall wellbeing. |
We provide resources to help organizations sustain and strengthen their business models and ability to make an impact. |
We fund innovative ideas and pilot programs to serve the community in new ways that meet emerging needs and opportunities. |
We support physical projects that are critical to the mission of the organization. |
Want to learn how you can join us in this work? Contact our team today at hello@clevefdn.org.