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Thank a Volunteer at These 9 Housing Non-Profits Around Northeast Ohio
Every day, dedicated volunteers at housing non-profits throughout Northeast Ohio invest their time and energy in helping people find safe, affordable housing where they can thrive. Non-profit organizations in Cleveland and beyond work hard to provide housing support for the people who need it most, without asking for anything in return. Volunteer Recognition Day, which takes place every year on April 20, presents the perfect opportunity to show some love to the housing volunteers in your community. Check out our list of 10 housing non-profits around Northeast Ohio where you can thank a volunteer this April.
Maximum Accessible Housing of Ohio
1725 E. 115th St., Cleveland, OH 44106
Maximum Accessible Housing of Ohio is a Cleveland area non-profit that focuses on providing housing and support for people with physical mobility disabilities. They provide fully accessible, affordable housing where people with disabilities can live full, independent lives and work with other local non-profits that share the same mission. The organization also provides a variety of educational programs for senior citizens, people with disabilities, and anyone who's interested in learning about the importance about accessibility in housing.
YWCA Canton
231 6th St. NE, Canton, OH 44702
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YWCA Canton is a community organization focused on empowering women, eliminating racism, and providing assistance to families throughout the Canton area. The organization offers a variety of housing services, including emergency shelters, permanent supportive housing, and a unique rapid re-housing program. They also operate an early childhood learning center where local children can have safe daycare and education from certified teachers. Their THRIVE program is dedicated to helping the youngest residents and their families by advocating for better prenatal care and providing educational resources for new parents.
Enterprise Community Partners
1360 E. 9th St., Cleveland, OH 44114
The team at Enterprise Community Partners is dedicated to addressing housing inequality from a wide variety of angles in cities across the country, including in Cleveland. Their work includes financing and development of homes, development of new solutions to address housing inequality, and advocacy for policies to address housing inequality at every level of government. They also provide resources and conduct research to help shed light on the challenges of housing inequality throughout the country.
Fair Housing Center for Rights and Research
2728 Euclid Ave. Ste. 200, Cleveland, OH 44115
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The Fair Housing Center for Rights and Research has been supporting fair housing rights in Northeast Ohio for nearly 40 years, which started with a small group of local fair housing and civil rights advocates. It has since grown into a large organization that advocates for fair housing policy, the elimination of housing discrimination, and promotion of community involvement in housing issues. They conduct research, offer educational programs, advocate for improved public policy, and work to enforce existing fair housing regulations.
ICAN Housing
1214 Market Ave. N, Canton, OH 44714
The team at ICAN Housing believes that a stable home is one of the keys to a stable life, and has more than 30 years of experience supporting people struggling with homelessness in Stark County. They take a holistic approach to fighting homelessness, which includes housing support services, affordable housing programs, and permanent supportive housing. They provide community outreach, help homeless people reenter the workforce, and provide extensive peer support. ICAN Housing also works with other non-profit organizations throughout the Stark County area that focus on addressing homelessness and providing affordable housing for those in need.
CHN Housing Partners
2999 Payne Ave., Cleveland, OH 44114
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CHN Housing Partners is a non-profit that aims to improve lives and create more equitable communities by creating affordable housing. They approach the challenge from multiple angles, by building affordable homes, providing housing services for people in need, and increasing the supply of affordable housing available throughout the Cleveland area. They have developed more than 6,500 affordable homes, provided housing services for more than 40,000 people annually, and helped thousands of people find new, affordable homes around Cleveland.
Front Steps Housing and Services
1545 W. 25th St., Cleveland, OH 44113
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With more than 35 years of experience working to eliminate homelessness and housing inequality throughout Cuyahoga County, Front Steps Housing and Services has a long tradition of helping local families find affordable permanent housing. They created a transitional housing facility to help families in need find a temporary residence, and work hard to make sure that those same families eventually find a permanent home to call their own. Front Steps also helps people get back on their feet with a diverse selection of educational programs to provide advice on independent living, help with behavioral health challenges, and prepare people to enter the workforce.
United Way of Greater Cleveland
1331 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44115
The United Way of Greater Cleveland is part of a nationwide organization dedicated to addressing the challenges of poverty at their source and providing vital assistance for community members in need. The Community Hub for Basic Needs, a new program from the United Way, is designed to be a resource for providing housing assistance, and educational support to help people deal with the many challenges posed by poverty.
Nueva Luz Urban Resource Center
2226 W. 89th St., Cleveland, OH 44102
The Nueva Luz Urban Resource Center offers a comprehensive set of community services and resources in the Cleveland area. Housing resources are a big part of the mission at Nueva Luz URC, with programs that include assistance for finding affordable housing, help with finding grants for new homeowners, and assistance with covering the cost of key utilities. The organization also provides services to help people with nutritional, medical, and legal needs.
Where Will You Thank a Volunteers This Year?
Whether you choose to volunteer your own time or recognize the work of the selfless volunteers in your community, Volunteer Recognition Day is a great chance to show your support.
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