What is Thirdspace Action Lab?
Thirdspace Action Lab operates as a grassroots research, strategy, and design cooperative dedicated to disrupting disinvestment and displacement within low-income communities of color. The organization provides critical services, including Racial Equity Institute (REI) workshops and community planning surveys, to foster human-centered solutions for complex socioeconomic challenges. Their client base primarily consists of local communities and organizations committed to addressing systemic inequities through informed, place-based strategies. Based in Cleveland, OH, Thirdspace Action Lab places a strong emphasis on advancing racial equity as a core tenet of its operations.
How much funding has Thirdspace Action Lab raised?
Thirdspace Action Lab has raised a total of $76K across 1 funding round:
Debt
$76K
Debt (2021): $76K with participation from PPP
Key Investors in Thirdspace Action Lab
PPP
Public-Private Partnership
What's next for Thirdspace Action Lab?
With the recent infusion of expansion capital, Thirdspace Action Lab is poised for significant growth and enhanced impact. This strategic investment will likely fuel the scaling of their research and design services, enabling them to reach more communities grappling with disinvestment. The organization's focus on human-centered insights and racial equity positions it as a key player in developing sustainable, community-led solutions. Future initiatives may involve expanding their workshop offerings, deepening community engagement through planning surveys, and forging new partnerships to amplify their disruptive approach to social and economic challenges.
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