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2022-23
On behalf of the Cavaliers, Charge, Legion, Monsters, Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse and Rock Entertainment Group, we are proud to present the 2022-23 Community Impact Report. We are committed to supporting our Northeast Ohio community in ways that address vital needs with an emphasis on education, food security, recreation and creating safe places to live, work, learn and play.
Through our community programs, volunteering, financial support and economic impact, the Cavaliers strive to be champions off the court in partnership with our community. We are honored to use the game to make an impact in our communities.
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Court Refurbishments
At each event the community is invited to a grand opening event inclusive of a ribbon cutting, Cavaliers Basketball Clinic, several entertainers and snacks to celebrate the newly renovated spaces.
Following one month after each grand opening, the Cavs also hold a free basketball clinic, where participating kids receive free basketballs and jerseys.
Hoops After Dark
The city of Cleveland in partnership with the Cleveland Cavaliers hosted Hoops After Dark, an eight-week basketball league and development program designed for males 18-26 years old that is a part of Mayor Justin Bibb's comprehensive violnce prevention strategy.
14
COURTS
REFURBISHED
STEM Support
$1 MILLION
IN STEM SUPPORT FUNDING FOR CMSD & APS
LEGACY PROJECTS
The Cavaliers and Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company partnership announced in 2017 continues to yield a very special community benefit to schools in Cleveland and Akron. The Cavaliers and Goodyear are funding $1 million of support to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) programs in the Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD) and Akron Public Schools (APS).
Mindfulness Learning Spaces
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MINDFULNESS LEARNING SPACES IN
NORTHEAST OHIO
The development of Mindfulness Learning Spaces(MLS, formerly known as Reading & Learning Centers) throughout Northeast Ohio provides qualified non-profit organizations with an opportunity to improve the condition of its current facility or space that promotes mental wellness for children.
Since 2004, the Cavaliers have created 22 MLS at community based organizations.
in association with Sherwin-Williams
The Cavaliers Community Foundation invests in organizations that directly support the development and well-being of youth in Northeast Ohio. The foundation has been granting funds to local non-profit organizations since its inception in 1993 and awarded $230K in grants for the 2022-2023 season.
2022-23 Foundation Grantees
Wine & Gold Gala
The Cleveland Cavaliers hosted their inaugural Wine & Gold Gala the night of Saturday, October 2 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. The new fundraising event was a golden success, raising nearly $700,000 thanks to the generosity of the over 500 guests in attendance. Every dollar raised will go straight back into the Northeast Ohio community through annual grants given to grantees of the Cavaliers Community Foundation.
Cavs players, Community Champions (representatives of
the Cavs Community Foundation grantees) and Big Shots (individuals with an important presence in the NEO community) shared their stories about how the funds raised from the Gala would positively impact the Northeast Ohio community.
$700,000
RAISED BY OVER 500 GUESTS IN ATTENDANCE
Cavs & Charge Youth Sports
35,494
TOTAL ATHLETES IN CAVS YOUTH SPORTS PROGRAM
The Cleveland Cavaliers are committed to inspiring future generations to grow the game of basketball. With 35,494 total athletes, the Cavs Youth Sports programs have a mission to motivate the youth of Ohio and beyond to be active, make championship choices on and off the court and build confidence in their athletic abilities through the game of basketball.
Cavalittles
Cavalittles is the entry-level basketball program for youth ages 4-7. The program focuses on acclimating youth to spending time on the court and introduces the FUN of playing team sports.
Cavs Academy
Cavs Academy, the official youth basketball program of the Cleveland Cavaliers, helps develop the skills of young athletes through Cavaliers Academy summer camps, clinics and school programs. The program is open to youth of all skill levels ages 8-14.
Jr. Cavs
The Jr. Cavs partner program provides support to our local Parks & Recreation Centers, YMCAs and other community rec programs to elevate the experience of league play while establishing the fundamentals of teamwork and an openness to coaching.
Cavs Elite
Cavs Elite creates a world-class atmosphere at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse for high school teams to experience a day in the shoes of an NBA player through high school basketball games and tournaments.
Volunteerism
52K
VOLUNTEER HOURS SPENT BY FOC TEAM MEMBERS
Team Members of the Rock Entertainment Group, that includes members of the Cavaliers, Cleveland Monsters, Cleveland Charge, Cavs Legion and Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, strive to make a difference in our community through various volunteer opportunities. Team Members volunteer as a part of company programs and initiatives as well as with local non-profit organizations each month.
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Monsters Youth Hockey
The Cleveland Monsters held their first All Girls On Ice Clinic in partnership with Blake Bolden during Women’s History Month. 35 girls, ages 6-16 years old, from all over Northeast Ohio participated.
The Cleveland Monsters have established a new partnership with Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA), a national non-profit movement that inspires and empowers youth and high school sports organizations to leverage the unique opportunity sports presents to build character in our youth.
The Monsters hosted the Greater Cleveland High School Hockey League All-Star Game, an annual game held at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse showcasing the league’s best high school hockey players of the season. Nominated by their coaches, 60 of the league’s best players take the ice for a tournament style event to represent their high school with the hopes of bringing home an All-Star Game trophy.
1.5K+
KIDS RECEIVED TRAINING THIS SEASON
1.1K+
PARTICIPATED IN RINK OF DREAMS
$23K+
IN EQUIPMENT DONATED TO YOUTH PARTNERS
5K+
VOLUNTEER HOURS BY REG TEAM MEMBERS
$48M
in giving to local community organizations (SINCE 1994)
$133K
TOTAL DONATED BETWEEN 13 GRANTS TO LOCAL NON-PROFITS
1M+
MEALS FUNDED FOR THOSE IN NEED
In collaboration with the City of Cleveland, and in celebration of the community and basketball, the Cleveland Cavaliers continue to further its mission to support the development and well-being of youth in Northeast Ohio by renovating and refurbishing basketball courts throughout the city.
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