CLEVELAND — On Cleveland’s east side, the Friendly Inn Settlement House has stood for generations as more than just a gathering place. It's been a lifeline — a place where families have found direction, opportunity, and compassion.

“I know, having lived in poverty, I know there's a way to get out of poverty,” said Yolanda Armstrong, president and CEO of Friendly Inn Settlement. She now leads the organization that celebrates its deep history while serving the needs of today’s community.

The Friendly Inn Settlement House traces its roots back to 1874 , when it was founded as a “coffee house” for new immigrants adjusting to life in Cleveland. It was created by the wives of four of the city’s industrial leaders - including Mrs. John D. Rockefeller and Mrs. Flora Stone Mather - who wanted

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