The People’s Project
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In collaboration with Patronicity, The People’s Project (formerly ioby) is dedicated to empowering Lorain County communities through crowdfunding for local improvement initiatives. Our unique approach, known as crowdgranting, allows every dollar you raise for your project to potentially be doubled through our matching grant program, significantly amplifying your impact.
We are excited to announce that our matching funds have increased from $1,000 to $2,000, providing even greater momentum for your ideas. Whether your project aims to create green spaces, safe recreational areas, or enhance neighborhood revitalization, The People’s Project offers the tools, coaching, and resources necessary to turn your vision into reality.
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Thousands of individuals with great ideas work tirelessly to improve Lorain County without the need to establish a non-profit organization. These passionate individuals are dedicated to making our community a better place to live, work, and play.
The People’s Project is a vital part of our residential engagement efforts, along with initiatives like Neighbor Night. This crowdfunding initiative promotes neighborly care, encourages civic participation, and fosters trust within our neighborhoods. By posting a project on The People’s Project platform, you can collect tax-deductible donations, discover new donors and volunteers, and receive personalized fundraising coaching.
Whether your idea involves creating safe spaces for activities, enhancing local green areas, or any other initiative that benefits our community, The People’s Project provides the tools and resources to help you succeed!
Checkout the ioby Project: I Can Swim My Way
In memory of William Otis Jordan, also known as Billy, who passed away unexpectedly on June 2, 2022, due to acute myocardial infarction and coronary artery thrombosis while swimming at a YMCA, “I Can Swim My Way” initiative has been established. Billy was a lifelong swimmer, receiving his first swimming lessons at the Ashtabula YMCA in the 1960s with his sister Gloria J. Buxton.
According to Great Lakes SURF RESCUE PROJECT, 73 Great Lakes drownings occurred in 2022, highlighting the need for increased water safety measures. This initiative addresses this by promoting water safety education and ensuring children learn to swim.
In honor of Billy’s love for swimming, the initiative will raise funds to provide free swim lessons for students through the Lorain County Metro Parks at Splash Zone in Oberlin.
