BEST Community Resource Center

12/22/2025

Today was truly about showing up for our community.

Due to Toys for Tots canceling at the last minute on Monday, adjustments had to be made quickly to ensure families were still supported. Despite the change, the event moved forward and children and families were able to receive toys and household supplies.

I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to Tammy Kennedy at GCDC, Goods Bank NEO, Meijer, Texas Roadhouse, Nothing But The Best Salon & Suites, as well as to everyone who donated, volunteered their time, helped load and unload, organized, served families, and showed up with love and support. Your willingness to step in made a real difference.

A special thank you to ' Event Venue for generously donating the space. Your support allowed this event to take place and created a welcoming environment for families.

For those who were not able to attend today and are still in need of household supplies, I will be distributing remaining supplies on Tuesday at:

📍 Nothing But The Best Salon
848 E. 185th St
Cleveland, Ohio 44119

Additional details will be shared. Supplies will be available while they last.

12/15/2025

Calling Our Community In 🤍🎄

As we prepare for our December 21st Christmas Celebration, we were recently notified that Toys for Tots is experiencing a nationwide shortage of donated toys this season and is unable to fulfill our request this year.

While this news was unexpected, our commitment to the families we serve has not changed.

We are now seeking community support to help fill the gap and continue creating a meaningful holiday experience for children.

🎁 Ways to support:

• New, unwrapped toys (ages 2–12)
• Gift cards ($10–$25 to Target, Walmart, Five Below, Amazon)
• Monetary donations to help us purchase toys locally

💛 Ways to donate:
• Cash App: $2165073213
• Zelle: [email protected]
• In-person drop-off: Message us to coordinate

Every contribution, big or small, helps us show up with love, dignity, and care.

Thank you for always standing with us and believing in our mission.

With gratitude,
BEST Community Resource Center

11/13/2025

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19- Legal Aid will be at Family Resource Center of Wickliffe (2255 Rockefeller Rd) to offer free advice about civil legal issues. First come, first served. Intake hour: 4:00 - 5:00 PM

11/07/2025

11/07/2025

As families across Cleveland feel the mounting pressure from the ongoing federal government shutdown and the recent cuts to SNAP benefits, Mayor Bibb, in partnership with the Department of Public Utilities, today announced a 30-day moratorium on utility disconnections for nonpayment.

Effective Friday, November 7, 2025, customers of Cleveland Water and Cleveland Public Power will not face service interruptions due to unpaid bills during this period. Account balances will continue to accrue, but the City is taking this step to ensure residents maintain access to essential services during a period of heightened financial insecurity.

10/24/2025

‼️SNAP update from Cuyahoga JFS. ‼️If your family needs food, please contact one of these local
resources:

United Way 2-1-1
👉🏾Call 2-1-1 any time to find food pantries, shelters and other help.
Use their online chat at https://www.211oh.org/

👉🏾Greater Cleveland Food Bank – Community Resource Center
Location: 15500 S. Waterloo Rd., Cleveland, OH 44110
Phone: 216-738-2067
Market Hours: visit https://www.greaterclevelandfoodbank.org/get-
help/community-resource-center

👉🏾More Food Pantries
Find a list of food pantries in Cuyahoga County here:
https://www.foodpantries.org/co/oh-cuyahoga

Cuyahoga County Health and Human Services

03/04/2025

EDEN HOUSING APPLICATION OPENING FOR 1 DAY ONLY ON MARCH 6TH!

Review website required documents!


https://www.edencle.org/form/waitlist

11/14/2024

Stay warm this winter! Join us at BEST Community Resource Center's Winter Coat Giveaway on Saturday, November 16, from 12-3pm. We’re providing brand new coats for families in need. Please bring a valid ID, children's Social Security cards, birth certificates, and proof of address. Event located at 848 E. 185th St, Cleveland, Ohio 44119, inside Nothing But The Best Salon. Spread the word and help keep our community cozy this season! For more details call 216-326-7437

11/12/2024

🌟 A HUGE thank you to Operation Warm and FedEx for your incredible donation of 500 warm coats! Your generosity is making a real difference, helping us provide warmth and comfort to those in need. Together, we're spreading kindness, hope, and a brighter future for our community. Thank you for keeping us warm—inside and out! 🧥💙