Who we are
The Beloved Community is a grassroots faith-based non-profit organization dedicated to offering community service for both youth and adults through experiential learning, supervision, resource assistance, and sports.
We prioritize faith, family, and the future development of every community. We focus on assisting at-risk youth, marginalized adults, and families by providing essential support aimed at reducing recidivism, crime, poverty, and discrimination. Through our efforts, we foster opportunities that enhance social capital, promote freedom, and cultivate peace. Join us in making a difference through faith, service and small acts of kindness.
Beloved Community LLC,
666 Egret Court, Streetsboro, OH 44241
Phone: (234) 380-7293 & (330) 322-1028
Fiscal Sponsor:
Another Chance of Ohio
2974 E. 65th St, Cleveland, Ohio 44127
Community Partnership
Present Concern
Youth Expression Service Learning
Beloved Community Youth Expression Service Learning introduces youth ages 12 – 20 to a variety of diversity, social and leadership development activities through community service.
-
Youth organize and distribute free clothing, household items and addition resources to individuals and families in need.
-
Clean debris in neighborhoods and playgrounds.
-
Facilitate activities for seniors, families and children
-
Plan, fundraise, promote, organize and staff, four community engagement events per year,
-
provide support to partnering businesses and local agencies.
-
Fulfill the requirements of community service for college credits and/or to complete their obligations of court ordered service.
-
Resume' building, social and professional development.
-
Identify community resources for self, family and others.
Hours of Operation:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 4pm - 8pm
Saturdays 11am - 7pm
*Select Hours Sunday's, Monday's and Friday's
History of the Beloved Community
Beloved Community Corporation started our inception in July 2020, we have been dedicated to creating a supportive environment in Portage, Cuyahoga, and Summit Counties of Northeastern Ohio. Through the generosity our Good Neighbors, Volunteers and local donors, we helped reduce recidivism, crime, poverty, and discrimination while fostering opportunity, increase social capital, freedom and peace. Offering hope to youth adults and families during the covid-19 pandemic by providing online and physical programing, groups and events to families, in addition to free clothing, Food, household items, supervision, spiritual guidance, opportunity and other resources for those in need. Beloved Community was forced to reduce operations in June 2023 due to long covid complications of its management team. Beloved Community temporarily closed when its founder suffered a heart attack January 1, 2024.
After a long process of prayer, healing and planning The Beloved Community is preparing for its relaunch in 2025. Become a member "Good Neighbor" to stay updated as we move forward in creating The Beloved Community Corp.
The Beloved Community is a term popularized by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during his lifetime of activism. His definition of the Beloved Community evolved over time, but it was fueled by his faith that such a community was possible. King believed that creating a beloved community involves: Bridging the gaps between haves and have-nots creating more hope for the forgotten, disadvantaged and marginalized citizens of communities.
Beloved Community Closet
Beloved Community Closet offers free new and gently used clothing, food, household items, furniture, and appliances to families in need or transitioning. Both youth and adults gain practical experience in customer service, management, and while assisting their neighbors. This valuable work also helps them fulfill requirements for college, court-ordered, and volunteer services, opening doors to better opportunities and futures.
**Hours of Operation: **
- Tuesday & Thursday: 11 AM - 3 PM
- Wednesday: 4 PM 7 PM
- Saturday: 12 PM - 2 PM
* Select hours available on Sundays, Mondays, and Fridays.
Explore our gallery to see the positive impact that Good Neighbors, Members, Service Workers and Youth are making in our community. Your support plays a vital role in ensuring families have access to clothing, food, and essential resources for their spiritual, mental, physical, and emotional well-being. Together, we can foster kindness and promote community service learning that uplifts those in need. Thank for being a part of this meaningful journey!
B.C. Youth Expression Community Service Learning
AARON MITCHELL
Aaron Mitchell brings nearly 30 years of experience in Youth Advocacy, Training, Supervision, and Community Engagement. As a graduate of Grand Rapids, MI. Job Corps, he has received two Father of the Year awards from the Fatherhood Initiative of Cuyahoga County, Ohio, as well as a Community Relations Award from the City of Cleveland.
As an alumnus of AmeriCorps' City Year Cleveland and Volunteers in Service to America (VISTA), he has worked as a community organizer, advocate, coach, and mentor. Aaron has also completed the Police Academy of Cleveland's 3rd District and the Youth Philanthropy Institute of San Diego, CA. through the Youth Opportunities Cleveland Initiative.
Although he narrowly missed becoming City Council President in his hometown of Maple Hts, OH, Aaron remains committed to making a positive impact in his community and the lives of the youth he serves. He believes in the potential of every individual to succeed with the right opportunities and, inspired by his faith, love of family, friends and figures like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., founded The Beloved Community Corps. to promote hope and growth in others.
Dr. SHAKERA MITCHELL PsyD
Welcome to the Beloved Community outreach initiative! I'm Shakera Mitchell, and together with my husband, I am committed to helping families in our community With a master's degree in Education and a PsyD in clinical psychology, I have years of experience providing crucial resources and emotional support to those who need it. My personal mission is to empower families to reach their goals and enhance their well-being, creating a nurturing and compassionate atmosphere for all.
Why your support matters
Welcome to The Beloved Community, where the power of good neighbors and generous donors fuels our mission to provide compassionate, high-quality services. Together, we strive to eradicate recidivism, crime, poverty, and discrimination, while fostering opportunities and peace for all. Every volunteer hour and donation—whether monetary, clothing, or household items—enables us to support youths, families and individuals in need. Join us in making a difference—become a Good Neighbor and help us create a thriving Beloved Community!