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Cranston Cleanup

Working Together to Improve Our
Community

OUR MISSION

Compassion in Action

At Cranston Cares, our mission is simple: to bring our community together through care and action. We believe that actions speak louder than words and that compassion, unity, and service can create lasting change in our city.

We live this belief through our motto, HOPE: Help Other People Everyday. This guiding principle embodies our commitment to uplifting our community through kindness, compassion, and meaningful acts of service. Through a variety of initiatives and programs, we strive to support, empower, and inspire individuals and families across Cranston.

we are committed to

Making a Positive Impact

Our Mission

Learn about our initiative to improve our community.

Donate

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Volunteer

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News & Events

View our latest community news and events.

Upcoming Community Events

Cranston Cares is active throughout the year, supporting local initiatives and bringing the community together through service, outreach, and events. Explore what is coming up and find opportunities to get involved.

Friday, May 15 and Saturday, May 16

Adopt a Park Paint Park Benches Day

Sponsored by Durfee’s Hardware. Help improve and brighten public parks by painting benches at Bain Park and Veterans Park across from The Park Theatre. Community volunteers are welcome to participate.

Sunday, July 25 at 12:00 PM

Hope for the Homeless BBQ

Our 15th annual event providing meals, clothing, and haircuts for more than 200 people experiencing hardship. Thank you to all volunteers, sponsors, and supporters who make this possible.

Location: 330 Park Ave, Cranston, RI

Monday, July 26 at 10:00 AM

Centennial Celebration Golf Tournament for The Park Theatre

A special tournament celebrating 100 years of The Park Theatre. Proceeds support exterior restoration, building improvements, and expanded arts education and youth programming.

Location: Cranston Country Club

Wednesday, November 11

Veteran’s Day Parade Turkey Distribution

During the annual parade, Cranston Cares will distribute 222 turkeys to members of the homeless community. This marks the fourth year of this initiative supporting local families and individuals in need.

Sunday, November 22 at 12:30 PM

Annual Thanksgiving Dinner for the Homeless

Providing meals, clothing, and haircuts for more than 200 people in need. Made possible through the support of volunteers, donors, and community partners.

Location: 330 Park Ave, Cranston, RI

Thursday, December 10

CPD Cares Toy Drive

Our 15th annual toy drive benefiting CCAP and local families. Community members are encouraged to donate new, unwrapped toys and help bring joy during the holiday season.

Location: The Thirsty Beaver Pub and Grub

80K+
Turkeys Donated
80
Parks Adopted
8080k+
Meals Served
8080
Community Benches
8080k
Toys Collected

We appreciate any and all donations to improve the Cranston Community