Get Involved
Want to get more involved in Old Brooklyn? Whether you’re looking to volunteer or take part in neighborhood programs, there are simple ways to jump in.
Volunteer
Want to get involved and meet people in your neighborhood? Volunteers help support events, programs, and day-to-day efforts that keep Old Brooklyn connected.
Tree Planting Program
Live in Old Brooklyn and want a tree planted in your yard? This free program helps grow our neighborhood’s tree canopy and make our streets greener.
Resources and Support
ioby
Do you want to make a positive change in your neighborhood but don’t know where to start? ioby is a great online fundraising tool you can use for your next community project idea.
Recent Old Brooklyn projects funded via ioby:
Neighbor Up
Neighbor Up provides opportunities for small grants to help Cleveland residents invest in their ideas and make a positive impact in their neighborhoods.
Recent projects funded include the Historical Society of Old Brooklyn’s digitization, Walk Learn Explore, and the Old Brooklyn Community Collaborators.
A full list of funded projects is available here.
OBCDC
Need assistance or have questions on where to start? Hope Fierro, the Senior Community Engagement Manager at OBCDC, is here to help. Email her at hopef@oldbrooklyn.com or by calling 216.459.1000 x 206.