Ohio CDC Association
OCDCA’s vision is the creation of a community development environment that comprehensively improves life opportunities for all Ohioans.
04/17/2026
Our 2025 Annual Report is here! Explore the impact, partnerships, and progress that shaped the past year for the Ohio CDC Association and our members across the state.
Read the full report:https://www.ohiocdc.org/uploads/1/5/0/8/150802252/ohcdc_-_2025_annual_report_final.pdf
11/12/2025
Congratulations to LarKesha Burns of Burten, Bell, Carr Development, Inc., recipient of this year’s Stephanie J. Bevens Award!
LarKesha’s equity-centered leadership has driven revitalization across Cleveland’s Buckeye, Central, and Kinsman neighborhoods, supporting more than 400 local businesses, leveraging millions in funding, and building lasting programs that strengthen families and communities.
This award was presented at OCDCA’s 41st Annual Conference in honor of Stephanie Bevens: a long-time OCDCA Board Member, innovative microenterprise director, and tireless advocate for low-income entrepreneurs. It recognizes a CDC staff member whose entrepreneurial spirit and advocacy uplift low- to moderate-income people across Ohio.
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