Five Slavic Village Projects Awarded $100,000 Through People’s Budget Pilot Program
The People's Budget Cleveland (PB CLE) pilot program has announced five winning projects in Slavic Village that will receive a total of $100,000 in grant funding. These projects, chosen by residents through voting, include an expanded pet pantry, a year-round…
Cleveland Akron, OH, August 26, 2026 —
Cleveland, OH – Five community projects in Slavic Village have been selected to receive a combined total of $100,000 in grant funding through the People’s Budget Cleveland (PB CLE) pilot program. Residents of the neighborhood voted to determine which initiatives would be awarded the funds.
Among the selected projects is an expansion of a local pet pantry, aimed at providing increased support for pet owners in the community. Another funded initiative is the development of a year-round garden center, which is expected to offer fresh produce and gardening resources throughout the seasons.
Additionally, a scholarship program designed to support a local golf and culinary initiative has been approved for funding. The PB CLE program is a pilot initiative focused on participatory budgeting, allowing residents to have a direct say in how public funds are allocated within their neighborhoods.
The specific names of the five winning projects, beyond the general descriptions provided, were not immediately available. Further details regarding the breakdown of the $100,000 grant among the five projects were also not provided at the time of this report. The PB CLE program aims to empower citizens by giving them a voice in local development and resource allocation.
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