An Encore for Cleveland Artists

Heard of Encore Cleveland? It's an effort to to channel the time, energy and talents of experienced Clevelanders into solving community challenges and filling unmet needs. Encore Cleveland opportunities abound in many areas, from entrepreneurship and education to arts and culture.Take the Encore Artists program at Benjamin Rose Institute...

Cleveland Foundation announces $7.2 million in November grants

Cleveland Foundation announces $7.2 million in November grantsRELEASE DATE: 11.30.2015CLEVELAND – The Cleveland Foundation board of directors has approved $7.2 million in grants for the month of November.November grantmaking includes funding for those working to improve the overall health and stability of families, including programs...

Cleveland Foundation announces $3.4 million in February grants

Cleveland Foundation announces $3.4 million in February grants   release date: 2.26.15 CLEVELAND – The Cleveland Foundation board of directors has approved $3.4 million in grants for the month of February. Among the grants approved, $175,000 will specifically support events for the general public during Induction Week at the...

An Introduction to the Creative Fusion 2015 Spring Class: Alexandru Patatics

Once again we are privileged to welcome an amazing group of international artists into our community. Clustered from two geographical locations – South America and Eastern Europe – these six artists have already formed a strong bond with each other and with aspects of the Cleveland art scene. As you will see from their first few weeks...

Host Sites for Summer Internship Program? Check.

In early October, we issued a call to our nonprofit and public sector partners to apply to host a Cleveland Foundation intern for the summer of 2013. Out of a pool of 90 applications, we selected 17 projects (see list  below) that address a variety local challenges and opportunities, from adult literacy and youth...

Greater Cleveland Celebrates Black History Month 2022

By Sinegugu Gasa, Cleveland Foundation Public Service Fellow for Community Narrative and Engagement   Why do we celebrate Black History Month? Did you know that each year, Black History Month focuses on a particular theme to accompany the month-long reflections and celebrations of our nation’s history? This  year’s theme is...

More than $115.4 million granted by Cleveland Foundation and its donors in 2020

More than $115.4 million granted by Cleveland Foundation and its donors in 2020 Foundation approves $34 million in Q4 grantmaking Release Date: 12.16.2020 CLEVELAND – The Cleveland Foundation board of directors today announced $34 million in grants approved in the final quarter of 2020. Supporting residents in Cuyahoga, Lake and...

Make your voice count for your community

Engaged residents make their communities stronger. Now more than ever, it is vital that Greater Clevelanders exercise their civic rights by voting, taking the census and holding their government leaders accountable. Here are three simple ways to make your voice count for your community:  Vote Early voting in Ohio has begun! Check...

Cleveland Innovation Project announces initiatives to propel region’s growth

Cleveland Innovation Project announces initiatives to propel region’s growth  Aim is to establish Cleveland as a leading Midwestern region for technology-led growth and inclusion by 2030  Release Date: 10.14.2020 CLEVELAND—The Cleveland Innovation Project— an alliance of the Cleveland Foundation, Fund For Our Economic...

Celebrating the Faces of African American Philanthropy: Teamwork and Giving

Dr. Ellen Burts-Cooper, entrepreneur and philanthropist, places teamwork at the heart of both her professional and philanthropic pursuits. With the belief that we can accomplish more together than alone, Dr. Burts-Cooper follows her passion for youth mentorship by contributing to the Our Hope, Our Future Giving Circle fund and awarding...