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Participatory Democracy and YOU!
In 2020, making your voice heard is more important than ever. Today’s challenges – from the novel Coronavirus to the current political atmosphere – are both new, and the same as always. At every period in history, it is the brave voices that fight systemic inequality, fear, ignorance and marginalization who change our lives and…
Read MoreSpecial Announcement: #VoicesofCLE
What is #VoicesofCLE? Amplifying voices in our community, especially those of color, is more important than ever. Based on the ideas for activism and activation that some of our followers submitted a few weeks ago, and inquiries from business owners downtown, we have joined ranks with our friends at Downtown Cleveland Alliance, Karamu House, Destination Cleveland, LAND Studio, Cleveland…
Read MoreIgniting Hope!
We bet you remember hearing about (and hopefully attending!) our informal, come-as-you-are Ignite! Entrepreneurship Lecture Series. That program still exists, but did you know that in 2019 we expanded Ignite! into a parent program that now includes the Ignite! Impact Awards?Created to help aspiring entrepreneurs get started, these awards offer seed funding, workshop space (both private and shared), 1-on-1 consulting, and…
Read MoreBlack Lives Matter
We want to be part of the solution. Please note that the Minnesota Freedom Fund has requested that donations be redirected to the family of George Floyd, Black Visions, Reclaim The Block, and local organizations, such as the Columbus Freedom Fund. Lastly, we are always here to listen and provide a platform, and we continue…
Read MoreA Letter to Our Community Amid COVID-19
Please take a moment read our letter to the Ingenuity Community about our hopes, ideas, and plans during the COVID-19 pandemic. We hope you and yours are healthy and safe during these difficult times! Find out more about how you can be a light at the end of the COVID-19 tunnel here!
Read MoreJoin Us & Be a Light at the End of the Tunnel!
Why Do You Need My Support? Like all nonprofits across the nation, Ingenuity Cleveland is confronted with overcoming challenges as a result of the COVID-19 crisis, but more importantly, we are focused on supporting the entrepreneurs, educators, creatives, and public initiatives that can help our immediate neighborhood and all of Cleveland recover swiftly and become…
Read MoreAn Update Re: COVID-19
Ingenuity Cleveland is closely monitoring the Coronavirus pandemic, as well as our state government’s restrictions and advice. As of April 1, 2020, the Bal Nouveau (originally scheduled for May 9, 2020) is indefinitely postponed. At this point in time, we are unsure what the situation will be for future events like IngenuityFest, but all options…
Read MoreCall for Artists: Community Connection @ Dominion Energy
UPDATE AS OF 4/15/2020 Thank you for your application! The Dominion Energy Community Connection program is temporarily delayed due to the COVID-19 global health pandemic. The health and safety of our constituents, artists and partners remains our first priority. We will communicate with applicants via email once this program resumes. We appreciate your patience and…
Read MoreING IRL (Ingenuity in Real Life): Meet Holly!
To support Ingenuity, please consider making a donation or becoming an Agent of Ingenuity member! Our board members are active Clevelanders striving to make our region a fun, vibrant place to live, and they see Ingenuity as an important partner in doing so! Holly is an attorney and volunteer. In addition to serving on Ingenuity’s board,…
Read MoreING IRL (Ingenuity in Real Life): Meet Chris McNulty!
To support Ingenuity, please consider making a donation or becoming an Agent of Ingenuity member! Chris McNulty served as Community Engagement Coordinator for the LGBT Community Center for 16 glorious months before relocating to Key West, FL for a new adventure. He is an activist, knitter, astrologer, and life-long seeker of new truths. What does Chris…
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