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Est.

2005

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Downtown Cleveland Improvement Corporation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on enhancing the community in Cleveland, Ohio. With a total of $5.2 million in grants paid in 2024, it operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

TO ENGAGE IN COORDINATING AND FACILITATING THE PLANNING, DESIGN, AND IMPLEMENTATION OF ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT TO BENEFIT THE PUBLIC AND ENHANCE SOCIAL WELFARE.
Total Funding Given
$5.2M
2024
Grantees funded
1
Multi-year grantees
100%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
1
Median 1st year grant
$3.7M
Median 2nd year grant
$4M
M
Michael Sabracos
Board Member
J
Joseph Bobeck Jr
Board Member
P
Paul Shaia
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to DOWNTOWN CLEVELAND IMPROVEMENT CORPORATION?
No. DOWNTOWN CLEVELAND IMPROVEMENT CORPORATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does DOWNTOWN CLEVELAND IMPROVEMENT CORPORATION give?
DOWNTOWN CLEVELAND IMPROVEMENT CORPORATION primarily gives to organizations located in Ohio. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are DOWNTOWN CLEVELAND IMPROVEMENT CORPORATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from DOWNTOWN CLEVELAND IMPROVEMENT CORPORATION fall in the $5 million to $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $3.7 million. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does DOWNTOWN CLEVELAND IMPROVEMENT CORPORATION make each year?
In 2024, DOWNTOWN CLEVELAND IMPROVEMENT CORPORATION awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $5.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did DOWNTOWN CLEVELAND IMPROVEMENT CORPORATION fund recently?
In 2024, DOWNTOWN CLEVELAND IMPROVEMENT CORPORATION awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include DOWNTOWN CLEVELAND ALLIANCE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to DOWNTOWN CLEVELAND IMPROVEMENT CORPORATION?
DOWNTOWN CLEVELAND IMPROVEMENT CORPORATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.