We Are rainey institute
Since its beginnings in 1904, Rainey Institute has served countless Greater Cleveland youth. Today, over 1,200 children participate in engaging arts education programming each year. Children of all ages discover and develop their talents after school, on weekends, and over the summer.
education and engagement through the arts
Visual arts

Exploring colors, textures, and materials brings joy and inspiration to individuals of all ages, especially children. The feeling a child gets when they create their first work of art is priceless.
dance

Our Staff strives to build physical, emotional and social growth for all age groups through dance from beginners to advance mastery classes.
drama

music
Visual arts

Exploring colors, textures, and materials brings joy and inspiration to individuals of all ages, especially children. The feeling a child gets when they create their first work of art is priceless.
dance

Our Staff strives to build physical, emotional and social growth for all age groups through dance from beginners to advance mastery classes.
drama

music
thank you to our donors
rainey news
Rainey @ Pivot After School Programs/Days Expanding in 2026
Joshua FooteDirector of Development & CommunicationsDecember 23, 2025Rainey's After School @ Pivot...
Can The Arts Really Change Lives?
Joshua FooteDirector of Development & CommunicationsDecember 5, 2025Can The Arts Really Change Lives?...
2025/2026 Tax Guidance for Rainey Donors
By Marcella J. Brown, MNO, CFRE, FCEPIExecutive DirectorDecember 5, 2025On behalf of the Rainey Institute...
“Arts education is critical to the development and expansion of young minds. Rainey provides enriching programs in a safe and nurturing environment where Cleveland’s young learners can express their creativity, feel valued, and build confidence.”
— City of Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb

