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Cleveland area nonprofits

There are 16,064 organizations in the greater Cleveland Ohio metro area, including the cities of Cleveland and Elyria. Combined, these Cleveland metro nonprofits employ 280,750 people, earn more than $46 billion in revenue each year, and have assets of $103 billion.
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Job trends for Cleveland nonprofits

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
2,773
1-10
 
738
11-25
 
313
26-100
 
292
101 to 1,000
 
175
1,000+
 
17
Key takeaways for employment stats:

Sizes of nonprofits in Cleveland

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
3,663
$250k to $1M
 
1,052
$1M to $5M
 
652
$5M to $25M
 
289
$25M to $100M
 
72
$100M+
 
21
Key takeaways for revenue stats:

Types of nonprofits in Cleveland

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Religious organizations
 
2,217
 
$457,697,586
Foundations
 
1,932
 
$17,847,054,063
Educational institutions
 
1,851
 
$13,261,245,384
Human service organizations
 
1,323
 
$1,375,899,229
Arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits
 
1,050
 
$674,738,647
Recreation, sports, and social clubs
 
1,011
 
$293,366,938
Mutual assistance organizations
 
1,004
 
$1,346,901,966
Business and community development organizations
 
964
 
$518,739,301
Youth development organizations
 
536
 
$64,022,328
Unions and employment organizations
 
459
 
$355,806,734
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Directory of nonprofits in Cleveland

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1-20 of 16,064

Asm International

Asm International advances materials science and engineering through research, education, and solutions for industry, academia, and government.
Revenue
$11.2m
Assets
$29.9m
Employees
89
EIN
34-0714532
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Cleveland Clinic Foundation Group Return

Cleveland Clinic cares for life, conducts health research and educates those who serve as a public foundation. Tomislav Mihaljevic MD runs the organization located in Independence, OH.
Revenue
$15.6b
Assets
$24.7b
Employees
90.9k
EIN
91-2153073
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Cleveland Clinic Foundation

The Cleveland Clinic Foundation cares for life, researches for health, and educates those who serve. It is run by Tomislav Mihaljevic MD and operates as a community college or junior college.
Revenue
$9.7b
Assets
$17.4b
Employees
47.5k
EIN
34-0714585
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Hawken School

Hawken School's mission is their promise to "prepare students to navigate a complex and dynamic world with self-confidence and determination; embrace challenges with disciplined analysis and creativity; and engage others with empathy and integrity.".
Revenue
$62.6m
Assets
$156.4m
Employees
98
EIN
34-0714427
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, recognizes and archives the history of the best-known and most influential artists, producers, engineers, and other notable figures who have had some major influence on the development of rock and roll.
Revenue
$65.3m
Assets
$279.3m
Employees
277
EIN
34-1520995
IRS type
501(c)(3)

MetroHealth Foundation

The MetroHealth Foundation, is charitable organization. Founded in 1954, it supports The MetroHealth System's mission by funding programs and projects in patient care, scientific and clinical research, and medical education.
Revenue
$13.9m
Assets
$97.9m
Employees
0
EIN
34-6607695
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Automobile Dealers Educational Assistance Foundation

Promotion of the Automotive industry including the organization of the Cleveland auto show, educational programs and research support.
Revenue
$5.2m
Assets
$15.8m
Employees
0
EIN
34-1057430
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Applewood Centers

Applewood Centers provides mental health, social, and educational services to children and families, focusing on high-quality care and support for diverse needs.
Revenue
$22.1m
Assets
$34.3m
Employees
306
EIN
34-0714571
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Citizens Leadership Academy East

Citizens Leadership Academy East prepares middle school students to lead in academics, service, and civic engagement during high school, college, and beyond, while being located in Cleveland, OH.
Revenue
$11.5m
Assets
$24.0m
Employees
94
EIN
81-5264615
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Howley Foundation / Nicholas W Howley Ttee

The The Howley Foundation is a private foundation located in Cleveland, OH that made 30 grants last year. Grants were awarded to organizations including Cristo Rey Network.
Revenue
$44.9m
Assets
$99.6m
Employees
0
EIN
61-6565954
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Community West Foundation

Community West Foundation is a local philanthropic organization dedicated to supporting organizations that provide the basic needs of food, clothing, shelter and medical care to the most needy in and around western Cuyahoga County, Ohio.
Revenue
$14.3m
Assets
$170.9m
Employees
0
EIN
34-1456398
IRS type
501(c)(3)

United Way of Greater Cleveland (UWGC)

United Way of Greater Cleveland is a leader in addressing health and human service needs through convening partnerships, funding programs, generating resources, and advocating for public policy to support their community's priorities.
Revenue
$20.0m
Assets
$44.8m
Employees
138
EIN
34-6516654
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Cleveland Animal Protective League

The Cleveland Animal Protective League fosters compassion, provides shelter and care for homeless animals, and combats animal cruelty through various outreach programs.
Revenue
$10.4m
Assets
$45.7m
Employees
131
EIN
34-0714644
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Cleveland Museum of Natural History

Inspiring a passion for nature, Cleveland Museum of Natural History explores, engages, and empowers for a sustainable future.
Revenue
$21.4m
Assets
$384.5m
Employees
171
EIN
34-0714338
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Baldwin Wallace University

Baldwin Wallace University is a private, liberal arts-based, Methodist-affiliated college located in Berea, Ohio, offering bachelor's and master's degrees, certificates and professional education programs and so much more.
Revenue
$162.9m
Assets
$354.1m
Employees
2,606
EIN
34-0714629
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Cleveland Institute of Music (CIM)

The Cleveland Institute of Music (CIM) is an independent music conservatory known for superior orchestral, chamber music, composition, piano, opera and voice programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Revenue
$33.4m
Assets
$143.0m
Employees
480
EIN
34-0714600
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Holden Arboretum

At the Holden Arboretum, cultivated gardens come alive with color in the spring, cool forest trails offer a respite from the summer heat; woodlands are set ablaze with rich hues of fall, and paths lead you deep into the beauty of the winter woods.
Revenue
$11.8m
Assets
$198.8m
Employees
299
EIN
34-0750346
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Hiram College

The mission of Hiram College is to foster intellectual excellence and social responsibility, enabling their students to thrive in their chosen careers, flourish in life, and face the urgent challenges of the times.
Revenue
$42.2m
Assets
$118.7m
Employees
788
EIN
34-0714670
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Hebrew Academy of Cleveland

The Hebrew Academy of Cleveland is a private day school offering over 1,000 students a Judaic and secular education from pre-school through high school.
Revenue
$30.6m
Assets
$76.4m
Employees
577
EIN
34-0714428
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Jewish Family Service Association of Cleveland Ohio

JFSA empowers individuals and families with solutions to life's challenges, including providing support to older adults and strengthening Jewish families.
Revenue
$27.4m
Assets
$57.8m
Employees
581
EIN
34-0714441
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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