Cleveland 100 is a non-profit organization begun in 1996 in Cleveland with a mission “to provide immediate financial assistance for dependents of emergency services personnel who may lose their lives in the line of duty.”
Each year the organization holds its annual meeting and awards night and pays tribute to first responders who have “gone above and beyond” the call of duty in the past year.
The 2017 Cleveland 100 Event is this Thursday from 6-8 p.m. at Cleveland Country Club.
Awards will be given in three categories: Dedicated Professionals, Community Service and Performance Excellence.
The organization was founded by Cleveland Mayor Tom Rowland and the late ATF Agent Courtney McGrady.
Cleveland Businesswoman Brenda Lawson is president of Cleveland 100.
Over 75 first responders will be recognized at Thursday night’s event.