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For over a century, Cleveland Christian Home has been a beacon of care and refuge for children in crisis. Today, we proudly continue that legacy under a new name, The Centers’ H.O.P.E. Campus, reflecting our commitment to evolve, innovate, and tackle the most pressing challenges facing child welfare today.
The name H.O.P.E. is not just symbolic; it is deeply rooted in The Centers’ mission and tagline: “Health, Family, Work, and Hope.” The first three represent the pillars of our integrated care—health and wellness, family support, and workforce development. Now, H.O.P.E. serves as the fourth pillar, directly connecting to our youth residential services and reinforcing our commitment to supporting children who need stability, healing, and a path to a brighter future.
The child placement crisis in Cuyahoga County has placed unimaginable strain on families, children, and the systems designed to protect them. For too long, children in county custody have been left without the stability they need, often sent out of state, far from the communities they know. These displacements not only interrupt their recovery but also weaken the vital ties to their families, schools, and support networks.
At The Centers H.O.P.E. Campus, we are dedicated to solving this crisis by providing a continuum of care that ensures children remain close to home while receiving the specialized treatment they need. Together with our county partners, we are leading the charge to redefine child welfare, creating a new model for the nation that prioritizes community connection, stability, and long-term outcomes.
The founding of Cleveland Christian Home in 1900 marked the beginning of a legacy of care, when Rev. Henry Timme, a pastor in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), took in a family of children left on his doorstep. Word spread quickly that Rev. Timme’s home was a safe haven for children, and soon other abandoned or orphaned children followed. In 1905, Rev. Timme moved the orphanage to the Bosworth farm on Lorain Avenue, where the home expanded to care for 60 children. His vision and compassion laid the foundation for what is now The Centers H.O.P.E. Campus, a continuation of that safe haven for children who need it most.
To help make this vision a reality, we are excited to announce an ongoing Capital Campaign aimed at closing the funding gap and ensuring the full realization of the H.O.P.E. Campus. We invite you to follow our journey and be a part of this transformative movement. As the campaign progresses, we will provide updates on the campus, including construction milestones, success stories, partnership highlights, virtual tours, staff spotlights, and much more.
Our rebranding to The Centers H.O.P.E. Campus is more than a name change—it represents our steadfast commitment to being the catalyst for change, a trusted partner to the county, and a lifeline for the children and families who need us most. As we look to the future, we remain driven by our mission to build an innovative and sustainable system of care that ensures every child has the opportunity to heal, grow, and thrive in a place they can call home.
Join us as we continue this journey and make history together. Keep coming back for the latest updates, and learn how you can be part of this critical effort to change lives, starting right here in Cuyahoga County and setting a gold standard across the nation.
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