Oct
17
Annual Benefit Clambake
Cleveland’s favorite casual fall fundraiser returns October 17.
Saturday, October 17, 2026 5:30pm - 9:00pm
Cleveland Rowing Foundation 1003 British St. Cleveland, OH 44113
Cleveland’s favorite casual fall fundraiser returns October 17.
Saturday, October 17, 2026 5:30pm - 9:00pm
Cleveland Rowing Foundation 1003 British St. Cleveland, OH 44113
Join supporters, community leaders, and friends of Open Doors Academy for an evening on the Cuyahoga River featuring a classic clambake dinner, open bar, music, raffle prizes, and a short, powerful program celebrating ODA scholars and families.
Individual tickets will be available in August.
To review sponsorship levels and benefits, download our Sponsorship Packages overview.
To request additional information or inquire about sponsorships or table purchases, contact Joe Hollings at jhollings@opendoorsacademy.org
The ODA Clambake has become one of Cleveland’s most anticipated casual fundraisers because it brings people together in a way that feels welcoming, energetic, and genuinely connected.
Guests enjoy great food, an open bar, music, riverfront views, raffle prizes, and a fast-paced program emceed by ODA scholars and families. The evening is intentionally designed to be meaningful, memorable, and finished by 9 PM.
Proceeds support year-round afterschool and summer programming for scholars and families across Northern Ohio.
Honoring Roger Frank
This year’s Luminary Award recognizes Roger Frank, Managing Partner of Little Jacket and former ODA board chair, for his leadership, generosity, and long-standing commitment to Open Doors Academy scholars and families.
Sponsorships fuel the afterschool and summer programs that give scholars a safe place to belong, grow, and reach their full potential.
Sponsorships help make the Clambake one of Cleveland’s most welcoming and impactful fundraising events while supporting meaningful opportunities for scholars and families throughout the year.
Organizations, businesses, and individuals interested in supporting the Clambake can review sponsorship opportunities and benefits here:
To request sponsorship information or inquire about table purchases, contact Joe Hollings at jhollings@opendoorsacademy.org
Saturday, October 17, 2026 · 5:30–9:00 p.m.
Cleveland Rowing Foundation, 1003 British Street
Individual tickets will be available in August.
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