Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry

We are proud to share that Lucy Bailey, daughter of Volunteer Coordinator Lydia Bailey, is a finalist in Cleveland Scene’s best artist category! The pictures you see here are beautiful murals Lucy created for our men’s shelter.

You can find more info and vote at the link below, and congratulations to Lucy and her very proud mom!

https://vote.clevescene.com/

Cleveland Scene Magazine

Want a career in an amazing organization making an impact all over Northeast Ohio? LMM is actively hiring across the social service agency for 16 positions!

Our spotlight today is on the Monitor role for the Men's Shelter, but there other open roles include Vice President and Director level positions, and many more great jobs in our various programs.

We invite you to take a look, and apply to join a tremendous team making a daily difference in our community!

https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/EE17343AE8794C77AB182878909DA66B/career-page

Get Your Tickets for a Night Out At Progressive Field ⚾

Tickets are now on sale for LMM’s 2026 Night Out at Progressive Field. Join us for a night of fellowship and fun on Tuesday, August 4, as the Guardians take on the New York Mets.

The evening begins with a pregame reception in the Pennant District starting at 5:30 pm, featuring a classic ballpark buffet and unlimited non-alcoholic beverages. Guests will be seated near the Pennant District, with the option to enjoy the entire game from our private reception area if you choose.

Come out, connect with the LMM community, and help support the programs that make a real difference in the lives of those we serve. Get your tickets today as they will sell out fast!

https://www.lutheranmetro.org/2026-night-out-at-progressive-field/

Cleveland Guardians

Today was a big thrill as Metro 45 served hundreds of Ohio Technical College students and the House of kolor Jet Racing Team and driver Josette Roach!

Visit https://www.metro45.com/ to see where our crew will be next and book us for any upcoming events you may have

Every person deserves the opportunity to thrive.

At LMM, we walk alongside individuals and families as they work to overcome obstacles and build stronger futures. Because of supporters like you, thousands of people each year receive the care, resources, and opportunities they need to regain stability.

Join us this Spring in helping our neighbors grow and flourish.

Make a gift: https://secure.acceptiva.com/?cst=xxADVm

Leadership Spotlight 💡

Meet Lisa Smith, Vice President of Youth Resiliency Services at Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry and a member of the MHAC State Board.

Through her work in youth resiliency, Lisa helps ensure that young people and families have access to the prevention, treatment, aftercare, and recovery supports they need to thrive. ✅

Leaders like Lisa help keep advocacy at the center of behavioral health, strengthening awareness, expanding access, and ensuring individuals and families are supported at every stage of their journey.

We’re grateful for her leadership, insight, and commitment to advancing MHAC’s mission to build healthier, more informed, and more connected communities across Ohio.

Thank you, Lisa, for your dedication to this important work! 🙌🏽

Real change takes time, dedication, and a community willing to invest in people.

This Spring, your support helps LMM provide vital safety net programs while also expanding long-term solutions like affordable housing and workforce training opportunities for individuals across Northeast Ohio.

Together, we are cultivating brighter futures.

Make your gift today: https://secure.acceptiva.com/?cst=xxADVm

Thank you to the amazing members of our community who joined us for LMM’s Public Immersion Experience!

The free event completely filled up once again, and it took participants across Cleveland to our various properties including the Men’s Shelter, our youth programs, the 17 homes we have housed families in, and more.

We are so grateful to everyone who took part in the event today, and we look forward to working together to continue providing solutions to the complex issues in our community!

Spring is a season of growth — and at LMM, we see that growth every day as individuals across our community work toward more stable and hopeful futures.

With your support, LMM provides safe shelter, job training, guardianship care, and youth resiliency services that help people overcome challenges and move forward with dignity.

Help us continue planting seeds of hope and opportunity this Spring. Your gift today can make a lasting difference!

https://secure.acceptiva.com/?cst=xxADVm

"Team LMM" raised more than $8,700 at the Cleveland Marathon this year to support our Youth Resiliency Services!

Thank you so much to our amazing community who contributed to this total, as well as to Benjamin Turney and Beth Sersig who spent their morning running 26.2 miles for the cause.

We are blessed to have such kind supporters, and we'll see you again next year!