The United Black Fund recognizes the negative impact of mental health and gun violence issues and is committed to identifying and partnering with organizations that are making a positive impact.

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Pregnant with Possibilities is the recipient of the Community Thrive Grant for Mental Health. Pregnant with Possibilities Resource Center programs are designed to promote a holistic approach to health that encompasses physical, emotional and social dimensions.

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reNOUNCe deNOUNCe Gang Intervention Program is the recipient of the Community Thrive Grant for Gun Violence Prevention. reNOUNCe deNOUNCe's 10-week program takes at-risk youth, ages 12-17, who are in gangs or who might be subjected to joining a gang and teaches them their worth as productive citizens.

The United Black Fund of Greater Cleveland (UBF), under the guidance of Cecil Lipscomb, President, and CEO, has announced a new grant opportunity for two successful applicants at $25,000 each, totaling $50,000 in grant funding, marking a significant milestone in its 42-year history. This grant is specifically aimed at supporting initiatives that address mental health issues and gun violence prevention/intervention in the community.

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The United Black Fund recognizes the negative impact of mental health and gun violence issues and is committed to identifying and partnering with organizations that are making a positive impact. If there are organizations in Cuyahoga County that provide programs, resources, and support to gun violence prevention or improve mental health by reducing the incidence of these issues, we encourage them to apply for our "Community Thrive" grant.

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According to Lipscomb, “the funding from this grant is the much-needed resource to bring a positive change in Cleveland's current climate. It is extremely beneficial to our communities and their needs. As the leader of this organization for the past 13 years, I am immensely proud of the work we have done in the City of Cleveland and the communities that are most affected by these issues. I am optimistic about the incomparable impact UBF will continue to have in Northeast Ohio.”

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The 2022 Annual Report is a summary of all the work completed by the United Black Fund on behalf of the Black community in Northeast Ohio.