MyCom
NOAH proudly serves as the lead organization for East Cleveland’s MyCom. MyCom is a youth initiative funded by the Cleveland Foundation designed to engage East Cleveland’s Youth, Youth Program Providers and the Community of East Cleveland at-large to support our collective commitment to creating a safe, nurturing and inclusive community for East Cleveland ‘s Youth.
For more information, feel free to call the NOAH Office @ 216.202.4990 or EastClevelandMyCom@noahorganizing.org.
About MyCom:
MyCom is a network of people who believe youth development is a direct path to healthy, safe communities for everyone. We build strengths in young people and their neighborhoods by connecting existing programs and resources, and funding opportunities for positive growth. We also encourage all sectors of society to take responsibility for children’s development and transition into productive adulthood.
MyCom Mission:
To connect young people in East Cleveland with positive experiences and caring adults they need to lead good lives, supplementing the parenting and education of our youth.
MyCom Vision:
By inspiring and preparing young people in East Cleveland to reach their potential and contribute to their community, MyCom is a key success factor in their lives.
MyCom History:
In 2006, the Cleveland Foundation undertook research to identify and evaluate existing programs and services for youth in Greater Cleveland/East Cleveland. Based on its findings, the foundation convened many key community partners to create an effective system to support our young people. Cuyahoga County government stepped up early and in a big way, with $3.4 million and a commitment to manage day-to-day operations of MyCom through its Family & Children First Council.
Today, this youth movement – MyCom – aims to inspire and prepare Greater Cleveland’s young people, kindergarten through graduation, to reach their full potential and become good citizens. It exposes kids to a variety of activities and experiences that allow them to explore new interests and learn new skills. It connects them to a network of caring and committed adults – teachers, mentors, employers, and others – who offer guidance and encouragement. MyCom prepares Greater Cleveland’s young people to enter early adulthood with the ability to foster healthy relationships throughout their lives and the skills to compete in a global economy.
Partners:
Council for Economic Opportunities (CEOGC)
Next World Cultural Arts Center
Salvation Army
Eyes Have it Media Group Inc
Rainey Institute
Ohio Guidestone
Rock Nation
Stephanie Tubbs Jones Health Center
M.L.K Civic Center
East Cleveland Neighborhood Center
East Cleveland Police Athletic League (PAL)
East Cleveland Public Library
Cuyahoga East Vocational Education Consortium
Your Next Move Chess Club of Cleveland
The Parent Engagement Center
East Cleveland City School District
David’s Challenge/Young Achievers Ohio
Kids Blanket Project
The East Cleveland Municipal Court/ Finish First
East Cleveland Bridges of Hope
US Bank
Next World Cultural Arts Center
Murtis Taylor HSS – East Cleveland Site
Neon East Cleveland Health Center
