Community West Foundation

06/01/2026

We are so proud of our Board Chair, Amy McMaken, who has been named an On Fire For Good honoree! Amy's passion for nonprofit work is inspiring to all. Thank you for your generosity, for sharing your gifts, and for your willingness to do the work. Congratulations!

06/01/2026

At Community West Foundation, giving is never just a transaction. It is a partnership between people who care deeply and nonprofit organizations doing the work every day.

Our role is to help connect donor generosity to trusted partners who meet real needs across our community. We listen. We learn. We vet. We invest. And we help ensure that each gift is directed with care, purpose, and accountability.

Through Community West, generosity becomes shelter. Support. Health. Hope. Dignity. A second chance. A stronger path forward.

That’s the good we fund.

05/29/2026

Thankful to be part of this amazing opportunity!

A lifesaving device is now in the hands of our school community, and we couldn't be more grateful. ❤️

Padre Pio Academy is now equipped with a lifesaving AED device, made possible through the generosity of ZOLL Cardiac Management Solutions, Community West Foundation, and Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital as part of the 2026 Straight from the Heart Campaign.

This donation means the students, faculty, and staff have immediate access to critical cardiac emergency support right on campus.

Thank you to everyone involved for this generous gift and your commitment to community health and safety.

Learn more: https://www.communitywestfoundation.org/news/aed-donation-brings-lifesaving-resource-to-padre-pio-academy/

05/28/2026

Cleveland is a proud host of the entire Matthew 25 Collection, created by Canadian artist, Timothy Schmalz. This collection, seen throughout Cleveland’s west side, is a steadfast reminder to help those most in need. Take a self-guided tour by clicking on the link below for all locations. These pieces are visual reminders to lead with compassion and care.

Download the map at communitywestfoundation.org/matthew-25-collection

05/27/2026

Save the date! Our Drive for Life Golf Scramble is set for Monday, September 14 at Weymouth Country Club.

More details coming soon for both sponsors and participants—stay tuned!

Learn more at communitywestfoundation.org/event/drive-for-life-golf-scramble

05/26/2026

Community West Foundation is proud to work with Edwins Leadership & Restaurant Institute, who empowers formerly incarcerated adults through culinary arts, hospitality training, and paid-in-life opportunity. We are excited to support EDWINS’ dedication to the members of our community, and their continued advancement.

05/25/2026

Summer is almost here, and that means one of our favorite events is coming up! We’re proud to support this year’s Gift of Life celebration at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo! Join us on August 11 for this family-friendly event by clicking the link below. Proceeds will support important programs and services geared toward women and children at Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital. We can’t wait to see you there!

Buy tickets at communitywestfoundation.org/event/gift-of-life

05/23/2026

Join us for the Cleveland Clinic Fairview Hospital Stroke Awareness Walk on Saturday, May 30! Lace up your sneakers and walk alongside stroke survivors, caregivers, and community members to raise awareness and support life-changing stroke care right here in our community. Register at the link: https://bit.ly/4tOAkr9

05/22/2026

We are thrilled to have Esther join Community West Foundation this summer as a Grantmaking Associate. She brings a wealth of experience in communications, community engagement, and capacity building and we are excited to see the impact she'll make.

Esther is a consultant with Building Hope in the City One World Kitchen and a founder of Furahi: A Taste of Home, a social enterprise supporting scholarships for girls in the Democratic Republic of Congo and providing meals for the local community. She is also pursuing an MBA through Ohio University with a focus on AI. She holds a BA in Communication and Peace, Justice, and Human Rights from John Carroll University.

Esther's work is a beautiful example of purpose-driven leadership. Please join us in welcoming her!

05/21/2026

At Community West Foundation, your gift helps the members of our community thrive. Through Donor Directed Giving, you can choose to support the causes most near to you. Not sure exactly how to get started? We are happy to help. Our team provides expertise, oversight, and support to ensure your generosity helps those that need it most.

Learn about giving options at communitywestfoundation.org/donor-directed-giving.