Cuyahoga County • April 8, 2025
Good morning, Cuyahoga County. A $5.4 million investment is flowing into community financial development as KeyBank Foundation celebrates its bicentennial with a major grant program for CDFIs. Six Ohio organizations stand to benefit from these $200,000 awards, bringing vital financial services to underserved communities. The timing couldn't be better as Market Garden Brewery expands its footprint in Ohio City with the new Irishtown Bend Taproom, further cementing the neighborhood's reputation as Cleveland's craft beverage destination.
Meanwhile, the architectural treasures that define our skyline are getting well-deserved recognition through the new "Body of Work" lecture series. Launching April 24th at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, the inaugural event spotlights Charles Schweinfurth, the visionary behind Millionaires' Row landmarks and the cathedral itself. This quarterly series promises to connect Clevelanders with both the historical figures and contemporary designers who've shaped the physical identity of our beloved city.
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💰 KeyBank Foundation launches $5.4 million grant program for CDFIs. The special initiative will award $200,000 grants to Community Development Financial Institutions, including six organizations in Ohio. The program is being launched in celebration of KeyBank's bicentennial anniversary. These grants aim to support CDFIs, which typically provide financial services to underserved communities. While the full details of the program are available to subscribers, the announcement represents a significant investment in community financial development.
🍺 Cleveland's Market Garden Brewery unveils new Irishtown Bend Taproom. The craft brewery is expanding its presence in Ohio City with this latest addition to its growing portfolio of businesses. Located at the company's production facility on West 24th Street, the taproom represents another strategic investment in the neighborhood where Market Garden has established its base of operations. While full details about the new taproom weren't disclosed, the opening continues the trend of development in this vibrant Cleveland district known for its craft beverage scene.
🏛️ Cleveland's architectural legacy takes center stage in new lecture series. "Body of Work" launches April 24 at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral with a focus on Charles Schweinfurth, who designed the cathedral and many landmarks on Millionaires' Row. Architect Anthony Hiti will lead the presentation, followed by a guided tour of the Gothic-style cathedral. Organized by the American Institute of Architects Cleveland Chapter, the quarterly series aims to highlight both historical figures and contemporary architects shaping the city. Schweinfurth's prolific portfolio includes landmark bridges, university buildings, and homes for Cleveland's elite.
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