Cleaning for a Reason Reflects on Post-Pandemic Progress and Celebrates Unwavering Support
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Rosemont, Ill. – October 25, 2023 – Cleaning for a Reason, a nonprofit dedicated to providing cleaning services to cancer patients, is thrilled to announce its recent Town Hall event, which took place on October 5th. The organization expresses its deepest gratitude to its partners for their continued support, which has been instrumental in achieving its mission of making a meaningful impact.
During the Town Hall, Cleaning for a Reason reflected on its post-pandemic progress and highlighted the incredible difference that its partners’ support has made. The organization recognizes the generosity and dedication of its partners as a constant source of inspiration. Testimonials from those spotlighted and cancer patients served provided firsthand evidence of the positive transformations enabled by their partners’ support.
Key accomplishments in 2023 include:
- Projections to serve 5,400 cancer patients
- Expanding to support 1,300 cleaning partners
- Raising an impressive $581,000 in support of the cause
The challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic made cancer patients understandably cautious about allowing outsiders into their homes. Cleaning for a Reason seeks to convey that the professional cleaning industry is well-equipped and knowledgeable in ensuring their safety and well-being. Since its inception in 2006, the nonprofit has provided cleaning services to over 51,500 cancer patients, with a total donated cleaning value of $17,768,140. The organization also maintains a directory of 3,500 patient navigators and support groups for patient referrals.
During the event, special recognition was given to SoTellUs for being this year’s top in-kind sponsor, as they generously donated their review service to help capture patient reviews, testimonials, and impactful stories. Notable sponsors of Cleaning for a Reason include Two Maids, You’ve Got Maids, United Laboratories, Allset, Maid Right, Truly Free, CleanPacs, Speed Cleaning, Hospeco, C4 Operations, Golden Star, and eMaids. Additionally, a challenge named “Each One Reach One” was issued, encouraging cleaning partners to bring in an additional partner for 2024.
The contributions of partners and sponsors have significantly expanded Cleaning for a Reason’s reach, allowing the organization to provide essential cleaning services to even more cancer patients. By lightening their load and ensuring a clean and safe living environment, these services enable patients to focus on their health and recovery.
About Cleaning for a Reason
Cleaning for a Reason partners with more than 1,300 residential cleaners throughout the United States and Canada to offer free house cleaning to any household battling cancer. Since 2006, the nonprofit and its partners have donated more than $17 million in services, helping more than 51,500 cancer patients. In 2017, Cleaning for a Reason was adopted by ISSA Charities, the charitable arm of ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association. To apply for services, to join as a cleaning partner, or to support the work of Cleaning for a Reason, visit cleaningforareason.org.
About ISSA Charities
ISSA Charities™ is the charitable and philanthropic arm of ISSA and the worldwide cleaning industry. A 501(c)(3) organization, ISSA Charities’ mission is to make the world a cleaner, healthier, better place to live by sponsoring, funding, and operating charitable and social programs directly connected to the cleaning industry. Our Signature Charities are changing the way the world views cleaning: Cleaning for a Reason provides professional home cleaning for cancer patients; the ISSA Hygieia Network advances women, diversity, equity and inclusion in the cleaning industry; and ISSA Scholars supports youth with scholarship aid and seasonal internships. To learn more about ISSA Charities and to make your own donation, visit issacharities.org.
About ISSA
With more than 10,500 members—including distributors, manufacturers, manufacturer representatives, wholesalers, building service contractors, in-house service providers, residential cleaners, and associated service members—ISSA is the world’s leading trade association for the cleaning industry. The association is committed to changing the way the world views cleaning 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; Whitby, Canada; Parramatta, 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.
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