If you are involved in community work, you are probably involved in racial justice work. Given the United States’ complex history, it won’t surprise most that racial injustice has long existed and continues to be embedded in our present. So in the face of the enormous challenge of confronting injustice, building community can often become a form of racial justice work; building trust and connection across difference, and creating spaces for safety amidst our challenges.
The truth is, this work can be overwhelming. But there’s good news—our communities and our neighbors are stepping up to address inequities right here in Cleveland! Whether it’s facilitating public conversations, painting challenging and inspiring murals, or challenging injustice in the halls of power, Clevelanders are fighting for justice in our backyards.
Neighborhood Connections is committed to supporting Clevelanders in standing up for racial justice and is teaming up with ioby to create the Racial Equity Matching Fund to support grassroots initiatives promoting racial equity.
Leaders of eligible projects can receive a dollar for dollar match from Neighborhood Connections up to $2,000. Funds are available on a first-come, first-served on a rolling basis.
Learn more about crowdfunding
for racial justice
Support a project below! Or start a project of your own to be featured here:
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What Happens to the Block?
Young folks will participate in making a short film which documents what happens when community residents decide to take on outside groups who want to regentrify and exploit their communities.
NEEDS: $0 of 4,114 -
Seniors Seeing History
Exposing seniors to the rich history of their culture at the end of the summer.
"Seeing Where We've Been"
NEEDS: $0 of 4,160 -
Creating Equity at Campus International School
Help us develop student leadership and redefine our school culture.
NEEDS: $0 of 2,380 + Volunteers -
The Tribe of Eli Fundraiser
A Life Affirming Outreach music therapy program that empowers the entire communities through cultivated community partnerships throughout the cityhttps://www.youtube.com/wat
NEEDS: $4,481 of 5,191 + Volunteers -
60 Days of Summer Recreation with Recess Cleveland
60+ opportunities for kickball, dodgeball, arts & crafts, bounce houses, and other fun play activities in and around Cleveland, Ohio.
NEEDS: $0 of 3,800 + Volunteers -
Orange Is The New Black: "Not On Our Watch"
Help us prepare our children for a successful future, by reducing the Cradle/School to Prison Pipeline.
NEEDS: $0 of 4,160 -
Crooked River Exploration Camp- Expansion
We are expanding our summer camp from 1 week to 2 weeks. Money we raise will support scholarships, lunches, snacks, and many other items we provide our campers.
NEEDS: $0 of 2,935 -
Hough Community Solar Garden in Cleveland
We're building a resident-owned community solar garden in Hough on the east side of Cleveland. We'll generate our own green electricity, save on our bills, and change our economic footprint.
NEEDS: $0 of 4,003 + Volunteers -
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Cops And Kids Bridging The Gap
We're bridging the gap in race relations between communities and law enforcement departments.
NEEDS: $0 of 4,770 -
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College and Career Preparedness Program
Postsecondary education and high paying careers is challenging.
NEEDS: $0 of 515 + Volunteers