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 Community Renewal International works to restore the foundation of safe and caring communities by rebuilding the system of caring relationships. Founded in 1994, after more than a decade of planning, CRI is today an international model for all cities looking to bring renewal to their communities.
The CRI strategy has three initiatives:
Renewal Team
The Renewal Team works citywide to unite businesses, churches, civic groups, residents and others as caring partners building a stronger city.
Haven Houses
Haven House volunteers unite neighbors on the block where they live. Identified by a “We Care” sign in their yard, Haven House leaders may host block parties, take meals to a sick neighbor, help find a lost pet, share garden produce or just offer a listening ear.
Friendship Houses
These are homes built in low-income areas and lived in by CRI staff – families who help turn impoverished neighborhoods into havens of hope. Each house contains a large community room for tutoring, computer training, character-building and much more. Other agencies partner with us in this life-changing outreach.
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