Who We Are
About CLEAN Enterprises
Empowering Individuals. Strengthening Families. Transforming Communities.
Our Story
More Than an Organization
CLEAN Enterprises was founded on a simple but powerful belief: every person, regardless of their past or present circumstances, has the capacity to create meaningful change in their life and in the lives of those around them.
Founded in Columbus, Ohio, CLEAN grew out of a deep commitment to serving individuals who have faced systemic barriers, including incarceration, poverty, family instability, and lack of opportunity. We recognized that traditional approaches often fell short, so we built something different: a values-based framework grounded in personal accountability, community connection, and practical action.
What started in multiple Ohio counties has grown into a nationwide movement. Today, CLEAN delivers programming across the country in fatherhood engagement, workforce readiness, professional development, reentry support, financial literacy, and leadership development. Our reach continues to expand, but our mission remains the same.
Milestones
The CLEAN Program was conceptualized as a pilot program under the Franklin County Courts Drug Court Program
Clean Enterprises began partnering with Ohio Community Based Correctional Facilities (CBCF's) to provide specialized programming
Clean Enterprises formalized its own Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) curriculum: CLEAN (Choices, Leadership, Energy, Attitude, Now)
Financial Education & Entrepreneurial training was added to the CLEAN curriculum
Clean Enterprises expanded its programs and services to the State of Colorado
Clean Enterprises expanded its programs and services to the State of Georgia
Our Mission
To optimize human performance by equipping people to think better, lead better, and live better.
Our Vision
To help create a thriving society where every person has the opportunity to realize their fullest potential.
The CLEAN Philosophy
Every letter in CLEAN stands for a core principle that guides our work and the lives of the people we serve.
Every individual has the power to make decisions that shape their future. We help people recognize that power and use it wisely.
True leadership starts from within. We develop leaders who inspire change in their families, workplaces, and communities.
Sustained effort and focus are the engines of transformation. We help participants channel their energy toward meaningful goals.
A positive mindset is the foundation of resilience. We cultivate the mental fortitude needed to overcome any obstacle.
Change doesn't wait for the perfect moment. We empower people to take action today — because the future starts right now.
How We Work
Our Approach
CLEAN uses a holistic, person-centered model that meets individuals where they are. We combine structured curriculum with one-on-one mentorship, peer accountability, and community partnerships to create lasting change, not just short-term outcomes.
Our programs are designed to address the whole person: emotional well-being, family relationships, financial stability, workforce skills, professional development, and civic engagement. From our roots in Ohio to communities across the nation, we believe that when one area of life improves, it creates a ripple effect across all others.
We don't just serve communities. We build them.