Human Services

Heightened focus on developing a more globally competitive city and region demands recognition that people are at the heart of this effort and that all segments of society can make constructive contributions.  To maximize that contribution, direct attention must be paid to the needs of those most at risk of being left out of social and economic transformation.  Building human capital begins at birth and the Foundation pays special attention to the needs of Greater Cleveland’s disadvantaged children through grants to support early childhood care and education, abuse prevention and improved foster care and adoption systems.  In addition, the Foundation provides some support for the local “safety net” of food, clothing, shelter and access to health care.  A closely related set of interests is reflected in the Foundation’s desire to help vulnerable populations achieve access to health insurance, the legal system, community support following release from prison and safe and affordable reproductive health services.