Claretian Associates

Founded in 1991, Claretian Associates responds to the needs of the South Chicago neighborhood and the surrounding communities of South Shore, East Chicago, and Calumet Heights. Claretian Associates manages programs on community safety, affordable housing, environmental awareness, food security, and community advocacy. Its violence prevention and street outreach programs employ community members and utilize trauma-informed programs to connect residents to appropriate services. This award supports the general operations of Claretian Associates.

Founded in 1991, Claretian Associates responds to the needs of South Chicago and the surrounding communities of South Shore, East Chicago, and Calumet Heights. Claretian Associates manages programs on community safety, affordable housing and housing services, environmental awareness, food security, and community advocacy. This institutional support award enables Claretian Associates to expand its internal capacity for financial management, provide training for its leadership, and establish an operating reserve.