ONE Lorain County

In our continuous journey to strengthen community ties, the Community Foundation of Lorain County initiated the ONE Lorain County program in April 2017. This initiative was created to empower residents to work together to improve their neighborhoods, particularly in areas facing economic challenges. As a result of the insights and connections formed during this time, we have evolved our efforts into ongoing Residential Engagement initiatives.

Transition to Ongoing Engagement
The original ONE Lorain County initiative laid the groundwork for our current endeavors, particularly through programs like Neighbor Up Lorain County. This transformation marks a commitment to long-term community strengthening, as we now operate as a nonprofit under the Lorain County Chamber of Commerce.

Neighbor Up Lorain County
Helping Residents Learn, Understand, and Strengthen Our Community
Over the past year, the Community Foundation has partnered with Neighborhood Connections to facilitate the Neighbor Up discussions with residents of Lorain, Elyria, and Oberlin. This engaged group has gathered to address critical community issues, ranging from support for small businesses and community policing to education and youth opportunities.

More About Neighbor Up
At the heart of Neighbor Up is a practice we call Neighbor Nights. These organic community gatherings foster greater connectivity and relationship-building, igniting change right where we live. Open to all, Neighbor Nights encourage participants to set aside titles, bring ideas and concerns to the table, and collaborate as neighbors. Monthly Neighbor Nights are detailed on our Events Page.

Questions About Neighbor Up?
For inquiries about the Neighbor Up initiative, please reach out to: Britney Ware
Community Engagement Fellow
bware@peoplewhocare.org

ONE Lorain County: Opportunities for a New Economy
ONE (Opportunities for a New Economy) Lorain County is an economic development organization that fosters positive outcomes in our region. We collaborate with partners to maximize resources and operate with integrity and respect, ensuring good stewardship for all we manage. For more information, visit One Lorain County.