What started as a late-night text to friends (“Is this dumb? Should I do this?”) turned into a full-blown mission to make exploring Cleveland easier for families. From a spark at the Butterfly House to countless Canva tabs and late-night edits, here’s the story behind how The CLE Family Collective came to life.

What began as contact naps and Metroparks walks became a one-stop guide for Cleveland families. Read how The CLE Family Collective started and why we’re building a welcoming, practical village for every type of family.