Leaders in Faith Together

Building Hope in the City is committed to sharing the insights, lessons, and experience we've gained through the years. Through LIFT (Leaders in Faith Together), we come alongside faith-based entrepreneurs and nonprofit leaders with coaching, connection, and practical support that helps their organizations grow in health, impact, and sustainability.

Grounded in Christian Community Development principles, LIFT equips leaders to pursue tangible, neighborhood-centered transformation with an intentional focus on overlooked communities. Together, this network of organizations fosters holistic flourishing across Cleveland.

Current LIFT Partners

Embody Youth Academy

Justin Aviles & Nic Paoletta

Jaeden's Legacy

Mary Beth Cole

Bessie’s Angels

Tonya Perkins

Hope Seals LLC

Richard and Valerie Smith

Renovare Music

Rebecca Shasberger

The Teen Parent Plug

LaTanisha Walker White

For Cleveland

Matt Moore

Jordan4Change

Tenisha Gant-Watson

Women of Hope

Sheila Locatelli

New City Cleveland

Justin & Leah Ross

 Interested in Becoming a LIFT Partner?