IMPACT Youth Enrichment Program: IMPACT is an afterschool prevention program for 7th and 8th graders at Shaker Heights Middle School, run in collaboration with UUCC and the Shaker Heights Youth Center. The program promotes leadership, service, wellness, and academics. https://uucleveland.org/impact-youth-enrichment-program/

International Women’s Convocation — for Ukrainian Refugees: The International Women’s Convocation is a UU-related nonprofit advancing women’s rights worldwide. During the Ukraine crisis, it has supported refugee women and children with humanitarian aid and empowerment programs. https://www.internationalwomensconvo.org/

Jewish Federation of Cleveland: The Jewish Federation of Cleveland unites donors, agencies, and organizations to strengthen Jewish life and promote the well-being of the entire community. It mobilizes resources in times of crisis, including Israel emergency campaigns. https://www.jewishcleveland.org/

Journey Center for Safety and Healing: Formerly the Domestic Violence & Child Advocacy Center, Journey Center provides services for survivors of domestic violence, child abuse, and other trauma, working to break cycles of abuse and create safe, supportive pathways to healing. https://www.journeyneo.org/

Kids’ Book Bank: The Cleveland Kids’ Book Bank fosters literacy and a love of reading by distributing free books to children and families in need across Greater Cleveland. https://www.kidsbookbank.org/

Lake Erie Ink: Lake Erie Ink: a writing space for youth provides creative expression opportunities and academic support. Programs include in-school residencies, afterschool workshops, evening and weekend events, and summer camps. https://www.lakeerieink.org/

Lake Erie Native American Council (LENAC): LENAC preserves and promotes Native American culture among the youth of many Indigenous Nations in Northeast Ohio, and supports the local Native community through cultural programming and partnerships. https://www.facebook.com/LENACohio/

Larchmere PorchFest: Larchmere PorchFest is a grassroots music festival in Cleveland’s Larchmere neighborhood featuring dozens of musical acts performing on porches, fostering community through the arts. https://www.larchmereporchfest.org/

League of Women Voters Ohio: The League of Women Voters of Ohio empowers voters and defends democracy through nonpartisan voter education, advocacy, and grassroots organizing. https://www.lwvohio.org/

Legal Aid Society of Cleveland: Legal Aid secures justice and resolves fundamental problems for low-income individuals by providing free legal services in civil matters such as housing, healthcare, safety, and economic security. https://lasclev.org/

Literary Cleveland: Literary Cleveland is a nonprofit writing center that empowers people to explore other voices and discover their own. Through classes, workshops, and events, it supports writers and readers at all stages, promotes diverse literature, and advances Northeast Ohio as a hub of literary culture. https://www.litcleveland.org/

LGBT Community Center Greater Cleveland: The Center is the hub of the region’s LGBTQ+ community, offering a safe space, programs and services, advocacy, and social events to advance well-being and inclusion for LGBTQ+ people of all ages. https://lgbtcleveland.org/

LGBTQ Legacy Project: The LGBTQ Legacy Project is a documentary exploring the rise of the LGBTQ+ movement during the 1980s and 1990s. It highlights stories from the Midwest and Deep South, documenting both political change and the lived experiences of the HIV/AIDS crisis. https://lgbtlegacyproject.org/

Marshall Project: The Marshall Project is a nonprofit newsroom covering the U.S. criminal justice system, producing investigative journalism, data reporting, and storytelling to create awareness and accountability. https://www.themarshallproject.org/

Meals on Wheels: Meals on Wheels delivers nutritious meals, companionship, and safety checks to seniors and individuals with disabilities, helping them maintain independence at home. https://www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org/

Migration & Refugee Services, Catholic Charities, Diocese of Cleveland: Migration and Refugee Services welcomes refugees, asylees, and immigrants to Northeast Ohio, providing case management, employment support, and community integration services. https://ccdocle.org/service-areas/migration-refugee-services

Milestones Autism Resources: Milestones improves the lives of individuals on the autism spectrum by offering education, coaching, and resources for families, professionals, and self-advocates across Northeast Ohio. https://www.milestones.org/

Ministry for Earth: Inspired by the UU 7th Principle, the Ministry for Earth brings members together for environmental justice, spiritual renewal, and reverence for our planet. Projects include pollinator protection, renewable energy advocacy, and teaching children to grow food. https://uucleveland.org/ministry-for-earth-2/

Minister’s Discretionary Fund: This fund supports individuals and families in times of crisis, providing confidential financial assistance for urgent needs as directed by the UUCC minister. https://uucleveland.org/

Music Settlement: The Music Settlement provides accessible music and arts experiences for people of all ages and abilities. Through its centers for Music, Early Childhood, and Music Therapy, and its BOP STOP performance venue, it inspires learning, creativity, and healing. https://www.themusicsettlement.org/

My Recovery Day: My Recovery Day provides follow-up support resources to individuals in addiction recovery, helping them sustain recovery and rediscover purpose and passion in life. https://myrecoveryday.com/

Near West Theatre: Near West Theatre engages diverse people through accessible, affordable, and transformational theatre arts experiences that strengthen identity, passion, and community. https://www.nearwesttheatre.org/

Neighborhood Pets: Neighborhood Pets is a community-based pet resource center in Slavic Village offering free veterinary care, food, supplies, and support services for low-income pet owners. https://www.neighborhoodpetscle.org/

Noble Neighbors / Green Noble: Noble Neighbors is a Cleveland Heights community group working to make neighborhoods along Noble Road safe, friendly, and attractive, including the Green Noble environmental initiative. https://nobleneighbors.com/

North Union Farmers Market: North Union connects certified local producers with consumers through producer-only farmers markets across Northeast Ohio, supporting small farms, fostering community, and expanding food access programs like SNAP and Produce Perks. https://www.northunionfarmersmarket.org/

Northeast Ohio Black Health Coalition (NEOBHC): NEOBHC addresses racial health disparities by promoting equity in education, employment, housing, and healthcare for African American communities. https://www.neoblackhealthcoalition.org/

Northeast Ohio Coalition for the Homeless (NEOCH): NEOCH works to end homelessness by advocating for fair housing policies, providing resources for unhoused individuals, and amplifying the voices of those experiencing homelessness. https://www.neoch.org/

Northeast Ohio Voting Advocates (NOVA): NOVA is a grassroots organization expanding voter participation by registering voters, conducting research, and advocating for equitable voting access. https://nova-ohio.org/

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