We’re advancing the everyone economy.
The green economy is the future economy. Get practical ideas and actions to maximize the Northeast Ohio’s equitable growth in the green economy in The Practical Guide to the Green Economy.
Our Work
At the Fund for Our Economic Future, our strategies aim to attract and create good – paying jobs in growing industries, improve pathways to opportunity, and support more accessible, sustainable economic development. They are rooted in several areas of focus that work to dismantle systems that exclude communities of color and reimagine an economy that works for everyone.
Bring Jobs to People
Make Workforce Systems Work
Build Generational Wealth
Grow Inclusive Clusters
Enable Emerging Opportunities
Our Unparalleled Civic Network
We are a coalition of leaders across Northeast Ohio united around a common belief – a more equitable, prosperous future is possible. The Fund combines the philanthropic leverage of a funding collaborative, the curiosity and insight of a think tank, the innovation of an incubator and the convening power of an association. And while our model defies common labels, it’s pretty simple – we create space for our members to come together across sectors and communities to learn and lead.
Regional transformation happens when we work together. Join and help us grow the everyone economy.
News
Water & the Economy Part 2
Together, the Great Lakes water economy supports more than $1 trillion in GDP across Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin.
Water & the Economy Part 2
Together, the Great Lakes water economy supports more than $1 trillion in GDP across Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin.
Water & the Economy Part 1
Being situated on a Great Lake is a competitive advantage for Northeast Ohio that is often taken for granted.
Unprecedented Northeast Ohio partnership chosen for NSF Engine award, providing up to $160M to propel regional manufacturing innovation, technology and jobs
An unprecedented coalition of more than 70 partners, representing private industry, civic and philanthropic organizations, higher education, and state and local government has been designated an NSF Engine, which could bring up to $160 million in federal investment to propel Northeast Ohio and the entire state as a national center for manufacturing innovation, technology and jobs.
A New Chapter, A Familiar Mission
The Fund for Our Economic Future is an incredible asset in Northeast Ohio, and I am thrilled to be taking on the role of board chair.
What Regional Stewardship Makes Possible: The Midline
The Midline is the kind of project Cleveland has been waiting for decades to see.
Fund for Our Economic Future Elects New Chair, Officers
The Fund for Our Economic Future (Fund) today announced the election of its 2024 Executive Committee, with Vikki Broer of the Weathertop Foundation assuming the position of chair.