History

The Parish and Community of St. Malachi have long served the needs of the Near West Side of Cleveland. As the surrounding neighborhood became poor, the church responded with Ministries such as the Backdoor Sandwich Ministry and Monday Night Meal. To better serve the needs of area families and children trying to break the cycle of poverty, the Parish and Community of St. Malachi founded St. Malachi Center in 1985.

Since 1985, St. Malachi Center has remained true to its mission: the ministry of St. Malachi Center is to nourish families and youth of the Near West Side of Cleveland in spirit, mind and body and to support their self development. The philosophy of the Center is to assist individuals with filling physical needs as well as social and emotional growth. The Center views each individual as a whole person. The initial need that draws a person to the Center is used as an entry point. Over time, people become connected to one another and the Center "community." This community serves as an extended family and provides one another with support and encouragement. The Center strives to empower individuals to overcome the challenges they face.

For more details about how we live out our mission, click here to view our current programs.