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OUR STORY

Sr. Thea Bowman, FSPA, Ph.D., believed working with others is an expression of love. She dedicated her life to helping people be the best they could be – to follow their vocations to the best of their abilities – to be the best nurse, the best mother. A charismatic African-American nun, she was an advocate for intercultural awareness and inspired everyone she touched. Her memory lives on in the compassionate help the Thea Bowman Center provides today.

I think the difference between me and some people is that I'm content to do my little bit. Sometimes people think they have to do big things in order to make change. But if each one would light a candle we'd have a tremendous light.

- Sister Thea Bowman

Thea Bowman Center is located in the Mt. Pleasant community of southeast Cleveland, bordering on Shaker Heights. It began as a Hunger Center in 1966 under the auspices of Epiphany Catholic Church. The church closed in 2009, but Thea Bowman Center continues to meet pressing needs in a community in which 65% of families live near or below the poverty level. As a community anchor, Thea Bowman Center provides a trusting environment in which we promote health and well-being through education and resources.

Our Story

OUR VISION + MISSION

Mission

VISION

A healthy, safe, and prosperous community for the people of Mt. Pleasant.

MISSION

We Listen to the People of Mt. Pleasant, Learn, and Do What They Want and Need.

WHAT WE DO

What We Do

COMMUNITY EDUCATION

Our Adult Literacy/GED® Program provides basic education and preparation for the GED diploma. Our Computer Program provides classroom computer training to enhance computer literacy skills.

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FOOD SUPPORT

Food support is offered every Saturday From 9:30am-10:30am for the Mt. Pleasant Community and includes hot meals & the pantry. Residents can select healthy and nutritious foods that they want and need for their families or their own personal health. Food support includes bread/bakery items from a local grocery store.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

At Thea Bowman Center, we prioritize the health and wellness of our community by offering nourishing meals, tailored senior programs fostering companionship and well-being, and a fully stocked food pantry ensuring access to essential nutrition.

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YOUTH AND FAMILY

At Thea Bowman Center, we invest in the future by providing engaging Youth Summer Programs and enriching After-School Programs that foster creativity, education, and personal growth. Explore our MYCOM resources, designed to empower youth and families.