Working together to support youth and families in East Cleveland.

Living Wells Community & Development Center believes real change happens when organizations, schools, churches, and community leaders work together.

We partner with groups across East Cleveland and surrounding areas to ensure youth and families receive the care, resources, and opportunities they need to thrive.

Who We Partner With

We actively collaborate with:

  • Schools & School Districts
  • Foster Care Agencies & Group Homes
  • Churches & Faith Communities
  • Community Centers
  • Food Pantries & Meal Programs
  • Mental Health Providers
  • Arts & Cultural Organizations
  • Local Businesses & Employers

Our partners help us reach youth, provide space, offer referrals, and meet practical needs.

Why Partner With Living Wells

Partnering with Living Wells means:

  • Supporting trauma-informed, faith-rooted youth programs
  • Helping families access food, care, and stability
  • Creating safe spaces for young people
  • Strengthening East Cleveland through collaboration
  • Making a measurable difference in real lives

We do not compete with other organizations — we connect, support, and strengthen the work already happening.

Ways to Partner

Youth Referrals

Schools, agencies, and churches can refer students to our:

  • After-School Program
  • Summer Experience
  • Care-by-Case family support

Space & Program Support

Partners can help by providing:

  • Program space
  • Event space
  • Classrooms
  • Kitchens
  • Performance or art space

Food & Basic Needs

We partner with organizations that provide:

  • Groceries
  • Hot meals
  • Hygiene items
  • Clothing
  • Family care packages

Volunteers & Expertise

Partners can provide:

  • Trained volunteers
  • Mentors
  • Tutors
  • Teaching artists
  • Guest speakers
  • Career exposure

Partner Accountability

Every partner relationship is:

  • Assigned a Living Wells Board or Staff Lead
  • Tracked for communication and follow-up
  • Aligned with our youth safety and care standards

This ensures strong, respectful, and organized partnerships.

Become a Partner