The Cleveland Foundation

Thompson Hine Names New Managing Partner

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

Thompson Hine LLP , a law firm recognized for innovation, announced today that it has elected Tony White as its managing partner.

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  • Thompson Hine LLP , a law firm recognized for innovation, announced today that it has elected Tony White as its managing partner.
  • He has served for over 13 years on the executive committee, the firm’s governing body, and for 11 years, he has been the national hiring partner, supervising Thompson Hine’s lateral partner and senior counsel recruiting and hiring.
  • She led the firm through changes in its service delivery model, making Thompson Hine one of the first firms to do so.
  • FT noted that “Thompson Hine is now ranked as one of the top five firms in the U.S. for client service.

W.K. Kellogg Foundation announces new executive staff, leadership promotions and Baldrige honors

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Monday, February 5, 2024

He will serve as corporate secretary for the foundation board of trustees and oversee the internal audit function of the foundation.

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  • He will serve as corporate secretary for the foundation board of trustees and oversee the internal audit function of the foundation.
  • Williams will be a member of the executive leadership team, reporting to WKKF president and CEO La June Montgomery Tabron.
  • The foundation also announced the promotion of three WKKF executive colleagues to newly designed leadership roles.
  • Kellogg Foundation, using the national Baldrige Criteria for Performance Excellence as its framework to help Michigan-based organizations enhance their performance.

iGiftFund Announces Succession Plan for Long-term Growth

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023

The Board of Directors of The Independent Charitable Gift Fund (iGiftFund) has implemented a succession plan to ensure the long-term sustainability and future growth of the organization, announcing several moves:

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  • The Board of Directors of The Independent Charitable Gift Fund (iGiftFund) has implemented a succession plan to ensure the long-term sustainability and future growth of the organization, announcing several moves:
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  • In this role, he will be responsible for asset growth and management, product and service development, and overall strategic growth for the organization.
  • Bill has played a key role in positioning iGiftFund as the industry’s new standard for ease-of-access, personalization and affordability.
  • At iGiftFund, he is passionate about creating unique and enjoyable philanthropic experiences for donors and financial advisors everywhere.

Encore Employment Enterprise Aids Older Adults in Finding Meaningful Work

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022

E3 ( Encore Employment Enterprise, Inc. ), a program whichassists workers over 50 to find meaningful employment and works to eliminate ageism in hiring, has advanced from a grant-funded program to an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

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  • E3 ( Encore Employment Enterprise, Inc. ), a program whichassists workers over 50 to find meaningful employment and works to eliminate ageism in hiring, has advanced from a grant-funded program to an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
  • In 2021, Fairhill Partners was awarded the grant funding for the Encore Engagement Enterprise pilot program (E3).
  • Kathleen Hallissey, program director at The Cleveland Foundation says, "E3 is an important resource in our community, supporting older adults to find meaningful work.
  • Executive Director Simone McNitt brings her years of expertise, commitment and passion to support older workers on their employment journey."

Urban League of Greater Cleveland Announces LISC Cleveland Commits $1.2 Million to Launch Financial Opportunity Centers (FOC) Network to Support Economic Recovery for Under- and Unemployed Residents

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Wednesday, July 20, 2022

"A thriving community is one that offers its residents opportunities for income and career growthand the confidence that their neighborhood can enrich their lives.

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  • "A thriving community is one that offers its residents opportunities for income and career growthand the confidence that their neighborhood can enrich their lives.
  • LISC Cleveland is grateful to the Cleveland Foundation for investing resources to support Cleveland residents on the path to debt reduction, credit building, securing quality jobs with good wages and benefits, andoveralllong-termfinancial stability,"saidKandisWilliams,LISCClevelandExecutiveDirector.
  • Now, with the addition of a Financial Opportunity Center, we are positioned to offer our community more comprehensive support including workforce development, financial coaching, and public benefits access.
  • We are so excited to provide these free services to residents throughout Cuyahoga County and help them achieve their financial goals."

Cleveland's April Bleakney Selected as Round 3 Winner in CrossCountry Mortgage 'Paint the District' Competition

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Thursday, April 28, 2022

CLEVELAND, April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Online voters have selected April (Ape) Bleakney, a Cleveland-based graphic artist specializing in screen printing, as the winner of Round 3 in the CrossCountry Mortgage (CCM) "Paint the District" competition. The yearlong competition – concluding this summer – will award one local artist the opportunity to create a work for permanent display in CCM's new corporate headquarters in Cleveland's Superior Arts District.

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  • Cleveland-based graphic artist advances to final round in yearlong competition, wins $1,500 award
    CLEVELAND, April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Online voters have selected April (Ape) Bleakney, a Cleveland-based graphic artist specializing in screen printing, as the winner of Round 3 in the CrossCountry Mortgage (CCM) "Paint the District" competition.
  • "We're excited to welcome April to the finalist round of our Paint the District arts competition while we enter round 4 of voting in our Paint the District contest," said Laura Soave, chief brand officer, CrossCountry Mortgage.
  • Bleakney, along with two other Cleveland artists Scott Goss (round 1 finalist) and Pam Spremulli (round 2 finalist) plus a fourth additional artist to be selected during the current voting round will advance to the grand-prize round.
  • CrossCountry Mortgage (CCM) is one of the nation's largest retail mortgage lenders, with more than 8,000 employees operating more than 600 branches across all 50 states.

Seattle Foundation Names New President and CEO

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Wednesday, March 30, 2022

SEATTLE, March 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Seattle Foundation is pleased to announce that Alesha Washington has been named its new President and Chief Executive Officer after an extensive, nationwide search process. Washington most recently served as Program Director for Vibrant Neighborhoods and Inclusive Economy at the George Gund Foundation in Cleveland, Ohio and was previously the Vice President of Government Advocacy at the Greater Cleveland Partnership, one of the largest chambers of commerce in the country.

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  • Cleveland's loss is definitely Seattle's gain," said Ronald Richard, President and CEO of the Cleveland Foundation, one of the largest and the first community foundation in the United States.
  • The Search Committee was chaired by Ed Thomas, former Seattle Foundation Chair and Managing Partner for the Seattle office of Deloitte LLP.
  • Washington succeeds David Bley, who has been serving as interim President and CEO since Tony Mestres departed Seattle Foundation in May 2021 after seven years of service.
  • Seattle Foundation ignites powerful, rewarding philanthropy to make Greater Seattle a stronger, more vibrant community for all.

Greater Cleveland unites to bridge the digital divide

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Wednesday, February 9, 2022

Which is why, in 2020, more than 70 local organizations came together to launch the Greater Cleveland Digital Equity Coalitionto address the digital divide and to informally guide the use of dollars from the Greater Cleveland Digital Equity Fund.

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  • Which is why, in 2020, more than 70 local organizations came together to launch the Greater Cleveland Digital Equity Coalitionto address the digital divide and to informally guide the use of dollars from the Greater Cleveland Digital Equity Fund.
  • This effort includes the Greater Cleveland Digital Navigators, a dedicated service that directs people to resources for internet connectivity, devices, and digital skills training.
  • To get involved in the Greater Cleveland Digital Navigators program or to contribute to the Greater Cleveland Digital Equity Fund, please contact Leon Wilson, Chief of Digital Innovation & Chief Information Officer at the Cleveland Foundation, via 216.861.3810.
  • The Greater Cleveland Digital Navigators program is being led by Ashbury Senior Computer Community Center (ASC3), CHN Housing Partners, Cleveland Public Library, Cuyahoga County Public Library, Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority, East Cleveland Public Library, and Metro West Community Development Organization, with support from the Cleveland Foundation, Cuyahoga County, Saint Luke's Foundation, and other Greater Cleveland Digital Equity Fund partners.

Peel Dem Layers Back, A Non-Profit That Uses Hip Hop Culture to Teach Black Boys How to Live Mentally Healthy Lives Lands Partnership with Theodore Roosevelt High School

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Monday, November 8, 2021

Archie learned this during his visit to the school on September 7, 2021, when introducing his organization's Cope Dealer Workshop.

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  • Archie learned this during his visit to the school on September 7, 2021, when introducing his organization's Cope Dealer Workshop.
  • This one-hour presentation ended with a live performance from the Cope Dealer album single, "Write it Down."
  • Moments after the workshop ended and the auditorium emptied, Archie was approached by four Black male students interested in the program.
  • "I am thrilled we are [partnering with Peel Dem Layers Back to offer the] 'Cope Dealer Initiative' to Theodore Roosevelt High School students of color.

Kandis Williams tapped to lead LISC Cleveland, drive ambitious community investment program

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Tuesday, October 12, 2021

Kandis Williams, the new executive director of LISC Cleveland, brings more than 25 years of experience in community development finance to LISC's work.

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  • Kandis Williams, the new executive director of LISC Cleveland, brings more than 25 years of experience in community development finance to LISC's work.
  • Previously, she was vice president of community development lending with Citizens Bank, directing capital to affordable housing and community revitalization projects in Ohio and Western Pennsylvania.
  • Williams will lead those efforts going forward, while also hiring local staff and building new collaborations with nonprofits, business leaders and policymakers throughout the city.
  • Though the post of executive director is a new role for Williams, she is not new to LISC.