Building community · Creating opportunity

Empowering People.
Strengthening Communities.

Through cultural enrichment, education, community inclusion and development, Wanida CDC works to create opportunities for people and families to thrive.

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Welcome to Wanida CDC

Community begins with opportunity.

We believe thriving communities are built when people have opportunities to participate, contribute, learn and connect. We bring people together through initiatives that celebrate culture and strengthen the community.

About us

Wanida Community Development Corporation

Wanida Community Development Corporation (WCDC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in the Canton, Ohio area, focused on community development and meaningful opportunities for individuals and families.

Our work emphasizes cultural experiences, education, inclusion and community connections. We see the arts as a powerful way to bring neighbors together, encourage dialogue and celebrate the stories that shape our lives.

Our Areas of Focus

Arts & Culture
Making meaningful cultural experiences more accessible to the community.

Education & Opportunity
Encouraging learning, engagement and pathways to personal growth.

Community Inclusion
Creating spaces and activities where more people can participate and belong.

Community Development
Supporting initiatives that strengthen neighborhoods and local connections.

Featured event

FENCES 2027

Experience August Wilson's Pulitzer Prize-winning play Fences live on stage. A compelling story of family, responsibility, dreams and the choices that shape generations.

Venue: Canton Cultural Center
1001 Market Avenue N, Canton, OH 44702

Saturday, January 9, 20277:00 PM
Sunday, January 10, 20273:00 PM
Friday, January 15, 20277:00 PM
Saturday, January 16, 20277:00 PM
Monday, January 18, 2027
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
3:00 PM

General Admission: $20

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Join us in building a stronger community.

Attend FENCES 2027 and learn more about Wanida Community Development Corporation's commitment to culture, inclusion and opportunity.

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