Cara Happenings
Our FY23-FY25 Strategic Plan
We are committed to access, equity, and opportunity. It is an incredible honor to present... Read Article
Cara Happenings
Cleanslate is Making a Big Move
We are so excited to share that our flagship social enterprise, Cleanslate, is making a... Read Article
Our Community
Meet Justin
Meet Justin, Cara participant class of September 2021 and Cleanslate crew member. He shared his... Read Article
Cara 101
The Creation of ‘Cleanslater of the Month’
To honor 30 years of Cara’s work to eradicate poverty, we are sharing the stories... Read Article
Our Community
Lawrence Builds the Life He’s Always Wanted
“Before I went to Cleanslate, I was on the streets, living a negative lifestyle, and... Read Article
Our Community
Meet Emmett
Life dealt Emmett some rough cards early on during his childhood. When he was 9 years... Read Article
Cara Happenings
Cleanslate Launches in Gary, Indiana
Expansion part of $1.2M investment in city’s revitalization.... Read Article
Cara Happenings
We’re celebrating 15 years of Cleanslate!
15 years ago, we took a big step. Through a generous seed investment by Goldman... Read Article
Cara Happenings
Cleanslate Launches in Chicago’s 6th Ward
Social enterprise initiative signals a $125k investment in neighborhood revitalization.... Read Article
Cara Happenings
Cleanslate Launches Ward by Ward in Chicago’s 29th Ward
Social enterprise initiative signals a $300k investment in neighborhood revitalization.... Read Article