ACORN Cleveland
ACORN is expanding its grassroots community organizing efforts in the United States, with Cleveland emerging as a key site for revitalizing community activism. The organization’s recent initial Organizing Committee (OC) meeting in the Glenville neighborhood marks a significant milestone – potentially the first ACORN OC meeting in the US in 15 years outside of New Orleans.
The inaugural meeting, held in a private setting, brought together 14 participants, including local residents, potential leaders, and community stakeholders. While facing typical first-meeting challenges, the gathering demonstrated a strong desire to organize around both local and national issues, signaling exciting potential for community-driven change in Cleveland.
Focus Areas
- Neighborhood revitalization
- Tenant rights
- Local community issues
- National policy advocacy
- Grassroots organizing
Key Communities
- Glenville
- Hough
- Collinwood
- Lee-Miles
- Cudell
Initiatives
- Organizing Committee meetings
- Community recruitment
- Leadership development
- Issue-based campaigns
- Local advocacy
Partnerships
- 5th Christian Church (Fiscal Sponsor)
- United Way
- The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland
- Vacant and Abandoned Property Action Council
- Local community organizations
- Neighborhood activists
ACORN Cleveland is actively seeking passionate community members who want to make a difference. Whether you’re interested in local issues, national advocacy, or community organizing, there’s a place for you in our growing movement.
CONTACT US
Head Organizer: Al Macdougall
Address:
14109 Benwood Ave
Cleveland, OH 44128
Phone: 216-770-5079
Email: cleveland@acornusa.org
