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 in Cleveland. My first stop was NewBridge.NewBridge - Center for Arts &...
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Applications are currently open for both the 2021 Cleveland Foundation Summer Internship, as well as the 2021-2022 Cleveland Foundation Public Service Fellowship! Learn more about both opportunities:
Summer Internship Program
Now in its 22nd year, the Cleveland Foundation Summer Internship Program connects undergraduate students...
Greater Cleveland COVID-19 Rapid Response Fund partners announce latest round of grantmaking
Community raises more than $7.6 million, grants approach $2.8 million in support of frontline nonprofit organizations in Greater Cleveland
RElease date: 4.17.2020
CLEVELAND – The Greater Cleveland COVID-19 Rapid Response Fund coalition...
Nonprofit organizations across Greater Cleveland are working hard, day in and day out, to serve our community across nearly every field and area of interest. What they have in common is a need for the financial resources and stability that allow them to focus on their mission and make their greatest possible impact. Through our...
The local media landscape of Northeast Ohio reflects the alarming trends faced by newsrooms across the country. With financial and journalistic resources continuing to shrink, the gap between news organizations in Northeast Ohio and the diverse needs of consumers continues to widen, often at the unfortunate expense of residents seeking...
Cleveland Black Futures Fund releases RFP, application portal opens Jan. 25
Virtual support available prior to deadline including webinar, office hours and a town hall
Release Date: 1.21.2021
CLEVELAND – The Cleveland Foundation today released a request for proposals for the initial round of grantmaking from the Cleveland Black...
Applications are currently open for both the 2024 Cleveland Foundation Summer Internship, as well as the 2024-2025 Cleveland Foundation Public Service Fellowship! Learn more about both opportunities:
Summer Internship Program
Now in its 25th year, the Cleveland Foundation Summer Internship Program connects undergraduate and...
Click Here to Give to the LGBTQ+ Opportunity Fund
About the Fund
The Great Lakes region receives only 5% of national LGBTQ+ philanthropic funding and has seen a decline in recent years. Focusing on local partners, the LGBTQ+ Opportunity Fund will raise and grant resources for Greater Cleveland organizations serving...
Because we couldn’t choose just one, we’re thrilled to announce the two local businesses selected by the Cleveland Foundation to receive investments as part of Cleveland Chain Reaction! Our Vice President, Strategic Grantmaking, Arts & Urban Design Initiatives Lillian Kuri was live on Fox 8 this morning to announce that, from more...