Community Impact
WPKND Recognizes Residents and Resident-Led Groups Making West Park a Better Place
Every year, West Park Kamm’s Neighborhood Development recognizes the neighbors, organizations, and groups that make West Park Kamm’s a great place to live, work, and play through our community awards.…
Read MoreCommunity, Craftsmanship, and Care: WPKND Partners with OH Roofing and Exteriors for SHR Projects
WPKND is proud to offer the Senior Home Repair (SHR) program for older adults and adults with disabilities residing in Ward 15. Eligible residents can receive up to $2,000 to…
Read MoreWest Park Neighbors Step Up: How a Community Came Together During the Government Shutdown
When the federal government shutdown rippled through households across Cleveland, many West Park neighbors refused to stand by and watch their community struggle. Instead, they opened their yards, their pantries,…
Read MoreGenerous Donor Spruces Up Downtown Kamm’s Corners
Earlier this year, West Park Kamm’s Neighborhood Development was contacted by a member of the community who received an unexpected inheritance and wanted to put the money to good use.…
Read MoreImagine West Park Brings a Splash of Public Art to Kamm’s Corners
In 2023, thanks to generous support from the Jack, Joseph, and Morton Mandel Foundation, West Park Kamm’s Neighborhood Development was awarded $50,000 to launch its first public art initiative in…
Read MoreMastering Home Repairs: A Recap of 4 Essential Workshops
Whether you’re a seasoned DIY enthusiast or just getting your feet wet in home repairs, knowledge is key to feeling confident tackling projects around the house. Recently, the WPKND office…
Read MoreWPKND and World Changers Make a World of Difference for a Local Senior
By CJ Demchak In April, WPKND was approached by Gateway Church in Old Brooklyn. Beth and Tony Loseto, Gateway’s husband and wife team, were slated to receive 300 volunteers July…
Read MoreTransforming Your Yard into a Native Oasis
By Danielle Huryn, West Park Resident, Tree Steward and Conservation Biology Masters Student In the beautiful warm weather, gardens throughout West Park streets are blooming, and many include native flowering…
Read MoreWest Park Takes Root: A Tree Plan in Action
Program History & Philosophy WPKND is intentionally focusing its tree planting efforts on the southern end of our service area, where canopy coverage is lowest and environmental burdens are highest.…
Read MoreHasani Management Inc.- Building Futures and Community through Youth Empowerment
Nestled in the heart of West Park, Hasani Management Inc., led by the passionate and dedicated Chinetha Hall, is transforming the lives of local youth through a wide variety of…
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