A community nonprofit connecting neighbors to practical support.Español
NEIGHBORS SERVING NEIGHBORS. HERE FOR EVERYONE.

Equipped
for life.
Together.

Health care, family essentials, advocacy, learning, and community experiences. Find practical support and a place to connect.

Brooklyn, Ohio · Serving Cuyahoga County and beyond

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OUR NEIGHBORS. OUR WHY.
Community members preparing a meal together outdoors
Good things happen when we show up.
ROOTED HEREcon
corazón.
OPEN TO ALL
Project ExartizoSupport in English and Spanish.Discover our purpose
OUR WORK, IN COMMUNITY

Behind every number,
a neighbor.

November 2025 through October 2, 2026

ESTIMATE2,168people supported
ESTIMATE760families supported
ESTIMATE3,671volunteer hours

These are our closest estimates for this period, based on what our team can currently account for. They are not audited totals.

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OUR MISSIONexartizoTo be fully equipped.

Equip, empower, and elevate our neighbors through compassionate care, practical resources, and trusted relationships.

Equip.

Nourishment. Essentials. Safety.

Food, family essentials, health care, and practical support that help our neighbors meet everyday needs.

Empower.

Understanding opens possibilities.

Learning, advocacy, and trusted guidance that build confidence and help people make informed choices.

Elevate.

Dignity. Hope. A future with purpose.

Respect each person’s choices and help them build the future they want.

OUR VISION

Every neighbor.
Equipped to thrive.

Communities across Cuyahoga County and beyond where a difficult season does not define a person’s future, and every neighbor has the support and opportunity to build the life they choose.

FOR DONORS, FOUNDATIONS & COMMUNITY PARTNERS

Behind every service,
someone shows up.

Our funding priority is the people and daily operations behind every program: stipends, reliable coordination, and a path toward salaried staff.

Project Exartizo · 501(c)(3) · EIN 82-0954417

COME TOGETHER

Your next
community day.

Clinic registration, food distribution, and seasonal gatherings. Check the dates before you visit.

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Families at a past holiday community gathering
BRING WHAT YOU CAN

A few hours.
A real contribution.

A skill. A listening ear. A few reliable hours. Find a way to serve that fits what you can bring.

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