Because of COVID-19, kids are going without books. For many kids, books are a lifeline—now more than ever. Fourth grader George loved books. As a foster child he brought all his worldly possessions to school each day in a plastic bag because he could never be sure where he’d sleep that night. George hoarded library…
Cleveland Scene covers updates from Northeast Ohio arts organizations. Lakewood Patch article about Beck Center for the Arts’ pivoting to online arts education during COVID-19 crisis.
Beck Center for the Arts in Lakewood, Ohio, was forced to cancel three professional theater productions, a youth theater production, a music recital, a dance production, and the 20th anniversary of Razzle Dazzle, an annual performance with Cuy County Board of Developmental Disabilities and clients of our Creative Arts Therapies program. Sue D, a dedicated…
We want to thank you for standing by Beck Center. In light of COVID-19, Tuesday, May 5, 2020 was a global day of giving to help provide relief to nonprofits. We appreciate the generosity of every donor who contributed on that day, and every donor who has supports Beck Center. If you are able, and interested in…
In response to COVID-19/Coronavirus, DDC Clinic made the difficult decision to close our building to everyone but our patients. The children we serve with rare diseases are at high risk of severe complications if they caught the virus. Their safety was our first concern. We asked families to postpone well child visits and new patient…
When Governor DeWine issued his stay-at-home orders in March, Y.O.U. Jobs for Ohio’s Graduates (JOG) students were in the middle of preparing for the annual Youth Career Olympics (YCO), scheduled for April 16. Business volunteers had been assigned to visit schools to help students practice. Competitors were writing their speeches, drawing their program covers, brushing…
We know there’s a lot of conflicting information on the internet and social media outlets when it comes to COVID-19. Dr. Anna M. van Heeckeren, Founder, President, & CEO of One Health Organization, is a trusted professional who knows all too well how lung diseases can spread. Her education and experience working with scientists, doctors, and veterinarians have allowed…
Despite challenging times, four Y.O.U. Credential Training Program participants persevered and passed exams required to earn their IT credential. The Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) certification is an eight-week program that offers instruction in technology fundamentals, such as managing applications, managing files and folders, managing devices, and several other IT essential practices. The training also includes…
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contacts: Effective Leadership Academy (ELA) Faith Boone, Marketing Director faith@effectivela.org 216-292-8775 Non-profit Group, Effective Leadership Academy, Pivots to New Online Program to Help Students Transform Current Challenges to Lifetime Success Students explore being mindful, thinking outside the box, keeping an open mind, and embracing change WARRENSVILLE HEIGHTS, OH April…
America SCORES Cleveland (SCORES) ensures that Cleveland youth, no matter their socioeconomic background, have access to quality afterschool and enrichment programming. We engage and support poet-athletes to cultivate healthy, civically engaged students and leaders within our Cleveland community. Using SCORES’ soccer, creative writing, and community service curricula, students develop the experiences, knowledge, and skill sets…