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As Guardians of Free Speech we will ensure civic dialogue has a home in Cleveland where all are included. Together, we are committed to the free expression of ideas and conversations of consequence.
Learn MoreTogether with you, we're building a new home for civic dialogue in Playhouse Square and a $10 million endowment to sustain your City Club and protect freedom of speech for generations to come.
“Sometimes one word, spoken at the right time, can be sufficient to save a nation or a life.”
Rev. Otis Moss, Jr.
As Guardians of Free Speech we will ensure civic dialogue has a home in Cleveland where all are included. Together, we are committed to the free expression of ideas and conversations of consequence.
Learn MoreTogether, we will bring civic dialogue to more people, lift new voices, amplify necessary conversations, protect free speech, inspire bold thinking, and invest in a home for City Club’s future.
Paul Harris, Guardians Campaign Co-Chair, shares his reasons for supporting the City Club.
Free speech. Hearing new ideas and new voices. Connecting with others who care about the community. Find out what your neighbors are saying about why they give, and add your voice!
July 14, 2023
The City Club of Cleveland and the Cleveland Foundation jointly announced today a major investment by the foundation to support the buildout of the City Club’s new home at 1317 Euclid Ave.
June 08, 2023
America’s Citadel of Free Speech is getting ready to come down to earth so it can retail big ideas from a storefront on the sunny side of the street.
April 02, 2023
The City Club of Cleveland pledges to continue convening conversations of consequence that help democracy thrive.