Washington, D.C. – Rep. Marcia L. Fudge released the following statement regarding the passing of Steven A. Minter, Executive in Residence at the Levin College at Cleveland State University, and retired President and Executive Director of the Cleveland Foundation.

“I am saddened to hear of the passing of my friend and Cleveland community leader Steve Minter.  I extend my sincere condolences to the Minter family and everyone throughout our community who knew and loved him.

“Steve was a dedicated public servant, community steward, and esteemed philanthropist.  As the longtime leader of the Cleveland Foundation, he worked tirelessly to empower the less fortunate and build a diverse, inclusive community, benefitting the residents of Greater Cleveland.   For more than 60 years, Steve brought people together to work on important issues, from education and housing to civil rights and ending the cycle of poverty.

“His legacy will survive through the lives he touched, the people he inspired, and the community he helped shape through his lifetime of service.  He will be greatly missed.”

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