Thriving Youth Series: Connecting Cleveland to Opportunity

Thriving Youth Series Brings a Month of Opportunity to Cleveland Youth and Families

This October, the 2026 Thriving Youth Series returns for its fourth year, bringing together Cleveland youth, families, community partners and the adults who support young people every day.

Throughout the month, the City of Cleveland and its partners will offer youth and family activities, community events, and professional development opportunities for educators, youth-serving professionals and other adults leading this work. Together, these opportunities are designed to strengthen youth voice, leadership, healthy relationships and well-being, while also giving the adults who serve young people opportunities to learn, connect and strengthen their practice.

Partnership is at the heart of the Thriving Youth Series. By bringing together organizations working across Cleveland, the Series helps families discover valuable programs and resources while strengthening the network of people and organizations committed to helping young people thrive.

There is something to discover throughout October. Visit the Thriving Youth Series webpage to explore participating partners, professional development opportunities, youth and family activities, dates and event details.

Explore what's happening this October and be part of helping Cleveland's young people thrive