Cleaning for a Reason Celebrates 20 Years of Compassionate Service
Nonprofit marks milestone supporting cancer patients with free home cleaning services
Rosemont, Ill. – February 12, 2026 – Cleaning for a Reason, an ISSA signature charity, dedicated to supporting individuals undergoing cancer treatment, proudly celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2026, marking two decades of compassion, community, and meaningful impact.
Founded in 2006, Cleaning for a Reason was created to ease the physical and emotional burden faced by cancer patients by providing free professional home cleaning services during treatment. What began as a small act of kindness has grown into a nationwide program supported by over 1,400 cleaning companies and volunteers.
Over the past 20 years, the organization has helped over 65,000 individuals focus on healing, not household chores, during one of the most difficult times of their lives.
“Cleaning for a Reason exists because of the incredible generosity of our partners, donors, and volunteers,” said Debbie Sardone, founder of Cleaning for a Reason. “This anniversary is a celebration of everyone who has helped transform compassion into action.”
As Cleaning for a Reason looks toward the future, the organization invites individuals and businesses to join the mission by becoming partners, donors, or volunteering.
To learn more about Cleaning for a Reason, visit www.cleaningforareason.org.
About ISSA
ISSA is The Association for the Cleaning and Facility Solutions, representing more than 11,000 member organizations and professionals worldwide—including manufacturers, manufacturer representatives, wholesalers, distributors building service contractors, in-house service providers, residential cleaners, and associate service members. The association is committed to elevating the built environment by providing its members with the business tools they need to promote cleaning as an investment in human health, the environment, and an improved bottom line. Headquartered in Rosemont, Ill., USA, the association has regional offices in Milan, Italy; Toronto, Canada; Sydney, Australia; Seoul, South Korea; and Shanghai, China. For more information about ISSA, visit www.issa.com or call 800-225-4772 (North America) or 847-982-0800. Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
About Cleaning for a Reason
Cleaning for a Reason partners with over 1,400 residential cleaning companies across the United States and Canada to provide free house cleaning services for cancer patients. Since its founding in 2006, the nonprofit and its partners have donated more than $23 million in cleaning services, assisting more than 65,000 patients. Acquired by ISSA Charities in 2017, Cleaning for a Reason continues to expand its mission of providing hope and relief to those battling cancer. To apply for services, join as a cleaning partner, or support the cause, visit cleaningforareason.org.
