What Clearbrook does

Clearbrook is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1955 by parents in northwest suburban Chicagoland to address unmet educational needs of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Headquartered at 1835 West Central Road in Arlington Heights, Illinois, the organization operates 80+ locations across 160 communities in the Chicagoland area and is the largest provider of home-based services in Illinois, serving 1,600+ families across 15 counties. With a workforce of 1,000+ employees, Clearbrook serves 8,000+ individuals with IDD annually across the full lifespan, from birth through senior years.

The organization's service portfolio is comprehensive and vertically integrated, spanning Children's Services (Early Intervention, Child & Family Connections coordination, CHILD Therapy, Autism Resources, Transition Services), Adult Services (Community Day Services, CHOICE Day Programs, Partners in Adult Learning), Residential Services (59 Community Integrated Living Arrangements across 16 communities and four Intermediate Care Facilities with 16-85 residents each offering 24/7 nursing), Employment Services (independent, supported, and Individual Placement and Support programs), Clinical Services (Applied Behavior Analysis overseen by Board Certified Behavior Analysts, plus occupational, physical, and speech-language pathology therapy), Community Mental Health Center services for dual diagnoses, Home-Based Services, and Respite Services. Clearbrook also operates Naturally Gifted, an artisan microbusiness producing handcrafted goods made by clients as a skill-building and earned-revenue initiative. Technology use is operational rather than proprietary, relying on Workday for HR/finance and Paycom for payroll; clinical differentiation stems from employing multidisciplinary clinical staff directly rather than contracting externally.

Clearbrook's business model is a hybrid of government reimbursement, philanthropic fundraising, and modest earned revenue. Approximately 73% of total funding comes from the State of Illinois through the Department of Human Services, Department of Public Health, Department of Rehabilitation Services, and Medicaid; the balance is sourced from individual donors (including monthly 'Partner in Potential' giving), corporate sponsorships tied to signature fundraising events (Love-a-Bowl, Shining Star Ball, Family Night in the Park, Challenge Golf, Step It Up Walk/Run), planned giving, and vehicle donations processed via UCP Seguin. The organization reports that 90% of every dollar raised flows directly to programs and services against a 10% administrative overhead ratio, well below the 20% nonprofit industry benchmark. Distribution is direct-to-family through physical locations, home visits, school district and healthcare provider referrals, and a centralized admissions function.

Name

Clearbrook

Legal name

Clearbrook

Website

https://clearbrook.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1955

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Clearbrook is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving 8,000+ children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities annually across 80+ locations in Chicagoland, providing residential, day program, clinical, employment, and home-based services throughout the lifespan.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Disability Support Services

NAICS

Residential Intellectual and Developmental Disability Facilities (62321), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (62412), Child and Youth Services (62411), Child Care Services (62441)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Nursing & Personal Care Facilities (8050), Services-Home Health Care Services (8082), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Schools & Life Skills Programs (EDAKAAAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Special Needs Adult Day Programs (Developmental/Physical Disabilities, Seniors) (HLADAIAI), Autism 1:1 Paraprofessional / Aide Support Services (EDAKAKAD), Autism Executive Functioning & Academic Skills Intervention (EDAKAKAI), Autism Parent/Caregiver Education & Training (School-Linked) (EDAKAKAJ), Autism-Specific Schools & Programs (EDAKAAAA), Transition & School-Readiness Support for Special Needs Children (HSAAAIAO), Service Coordination / Case Management (IDEA Part C) (EDACAFAK)

Keywords

• Developmental disability services
• Intellectual disability support
• Residential disability care
• Early intervention services
• Community day services

Headquarters

HQ city

Arlington Heights

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices17 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Government Funding: Clearbrook receives the majority of funding from state of Illinois (73% of total funding), primarily through Illinois Department of Human Services, Department of Public Health, and Department of Rehabilitation Services. Services are funded through Medicaid, All Kids, and other government programs for eligible individuals.
2. Individual and Corporate Donations: Clearbrook raises funds from individual donors through various campaigns including one-time donations, monthly giving (Partner in Potential), legacy/planned giving, stock donations, and vehicle donations. Corporate sponsors support events and provide matching gifts.
3. Service Fees: Fees for certain services including Early Intervention services where families contribute based on a sliding scale. Also includes respite services and other program fees.
4. Program Services Revenue: Revenue from various programs including Community Day Services, residential services, and clinical services. Early Intervention services are paid by family's health insurance, government insurance (All Kids), and program funds with families contributing on a sliding scale.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Clearbrook provides a comprehensive lifespan continuum of programs and services for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), including children's services (Early Intervention, Child & Family Connections, CHILD Therapy, Transition Services, autism resources), adult services (Community Day Services, CHOICE Day Programs, Employment Services, Partners in Adult Learning), residential services (CILA homes and Intermediate Care Facilities), clinical services (Therapy, Behavior Services, CMHC), home-based services, and respite care, delivered through 80+ locations across Chicagoland and home-based programs throughout 15 Illinois counties.

Product overview

Clearbrook is a nonprofit organization providing a comprehensive portfolio of programs and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). The organization operates as a multi-service provider offering Home-Based Services (the largest in Illinois), Children's Services (including Early Intervention, CHILD Therapy, and Child & Family Connections), Adult Services (Community Day Services, CHOICE Day Programs, Partners in Adult Learning), Employment Services (Independent, Supported, and IPS employment programs), Residential Services (CILA homes and ICF/IID facilities), Clinical Services (Therapy, Behavior Services, CMHC), Transition Services, FCARS, and Respite Services. The organization also operates Naturally Gifted, an artisan microbusiness sub-brand. Services span from birth through adulthood across more than 80 locations in the Chicagoland area.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Naturally Gifted: Clearbrook's artisan microbusiness featuring handcrafted candles, soaps, essential oils, and more. Every Naturally Gifted product is made with intention by talented individuals who are building skills, earning income, and creating something beautiful.

Products and services

• Adult Services Comprehensive lifelong care for individuals age 18+ with intellectual and developmental disabilities, integrating clinical, residential, day programming, employment, and respite services tailored to each individual at 50+ adult services locations across 22 cities in Chicagoland.
• Community Day Services (CDS) Weekday programs for adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities offering art, music, fitness activities, and community integration opportunities at multiple locations across Chicagoland.
• CHOICE Day Programs Day programs promoting full community integration by empowering participants to choose activities aligned with their interests, goals, and aspirations through independent or supported employment, volunteering, and social engagement.
• Partners in Adult Learning (PAL) Continued learning program for young adults over 18 with developmental disabilities who have graduated out of the school system, utilizing technology, therapies, and community-based experiences.
• Employment Services Comprehensive employment support including Independent Community Employment with short-term job coaching, Supported Employment with supervised work settings, Individual Placement and Support (IPS) for individuals with behavioral health conditions, and the 1815 Employment Day Program.
• Residential Services - CILA Community Integrated Living Arrangement (CILA) program offering 59 residential homes integrated into neighborhoods across 16 communities, providing personalized support for independent living in home and community settings.
• Intermediate Care Facility (ICF/IID) Four Intermediate Care Facilities housing 16-85 residents each with round-the-clock nursing care, offering comprehensive support in self-care, academics, community living, self-medication, and workshop skills.
• Children's Services Comprehensive services for children from birth to age 17, including Early Intervention, CHILD Therapy, and transition services supporting children and families impacted by intellectual/developmental disabilities.
• Child & Family Connections (CFC) Early intervention service coordination program (CFC#6) serving children from birth to 36 months, the second largest provider of Early Intervention services in Illinois, coordinating evaluations and assessments for developmental delays.
• Early Intervention (EI) System of services helping children from birth to three years old with developmental delays or disabilities, focusing on physical, cognitive, communicative, social/emotional, and adaptive skill development through family-centered therapy.
• CHILD Therapy Family-focused interdisciplinary program serving young children aged birth to three with developmental delays, providing speech, occupational, and physical therapy through experienced therapists and specialists.
• Therapy Services Multidisciplinary clinical care including Physical Therapy for mobility and functionality, Occupational Therapy for daily activity independence, and Speech-Language Pathology for communication challenges.
• Behavior Services Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) based support provided by Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and behavior therapists, focusing on developing adaptive skills and reducing behaviors that negatively impact daily living.
• Community Mental Health Center (CMHC) Mental health therapy services specializing in individuals with dual diagnoses of mental illness and intellectual/developmental disabilities, offering group, family, couple and individual therapy at multiple locations; licensed through the Illinois Bureau of Accreditation, Licensure and Certification (BALC).
• Home-Based Services In-home support services provided to individuals and families in the comfort of their own homes, focused on skill development and community integration; Clearbrook is the largest provider of home-based services in Illinois, serving over 1,600 families annually in 15 counties.
• Transition Services Support services for students ages 14-25 and their families transitioning from school to adulthood, providing IEP meeting attendance, eligibility assistance, and connection to adult services through the Building Bridges to the Future Initiative.
• Family and Community Autism Resource Specialist (FCARS) Resource and referral services providing information on autism-related services, supports, groups, organizations, state and community resources, and professional information to families and community members.
• Respite Services Short-term relief services for primary caregivers including Voucher Respite, In-Home Respite, and Group Respite programs held at CHOICE Crystal Lake and CDS Rolling Meadows locations.
• Naturally Gifted Clearbrook's artisan microbusiness sub-brand featuring handcrafted candles, soaps, essential oils, and other products made by individuals with disabilities, providing skill-building and income opportunities.

Quantifiable outcome

• 90% of every dollar raised goes directly into programs and services (vs. 20% industry average for admin overhead)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• TerSera TherapeuticscoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Presenting sponsor for Challenge Golf 2026; Executive Chairman Ed Fiorentino is Clearbrook Board Chairperson with close family connection to organization
• Arly & Karen GuenthercoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Presenting sponsor for Challenge Golf 2026; Arly Guenther serves on Clearbrook Board of Directors
• WintrustmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Sponsor for Challenge Golf 2026 (Birdie level); Ursula Moncau, President of Schaumburg Bank & Trust Company (Wintrust charter), serves on Clearbrook Board
• Melillo ConsultingmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Birdie sponsor for Challenge Golf 2026; CEO Scott Dunsire serves on Clearbrook Board of Directors
• PaycommajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Sponsor for Challenge Golf 2026; provides payroll services used by Clearbrook employees through Paycom Online portal
• Rubin LawmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Walk sponsor for Step It Up 2025; Principals Benjamin A. Rubin and Brian N. Rubin serve on Clearbrook Board with decades of special needs planning expertise
• DeloittemajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Volunteer program partner; employees volunteer at Clearbrook facilities; Paul Nigro, Managing Director at Deloitte Consulting, serves on Clearbrook Board leading Technology Committee
• Exmoor Country ClubminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Venue host for Challenge Golf 2026; prestigious country club in Highland Park founded in 1896, one of first three golf clubs in Chicago area
• BowlerominorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Venue host for Love-a-Bowl 2026 event; bowling center in Mt. Prospect
• The Ritz-Carlton ChicagominorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Venue host for Shining Star Ball 2026 annual gala
• WorkdaycoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2025Corporate partner; provides HR and financial management software solutions
• GapmajorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Corporate partner; employs individuals with disabilities through Clearbrook's employment services
• UCP Seguin of Greater ChicagocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVehicle donation partner; accepts vehicle donations on behalf of Clearbrook through SeguinWorks Auto Marketplace
• Illinois Department of Human ServicescoreOthersPrimary funder and regulatory agency; provides funding for CILA, ICF, day programs, and other services through state appropriations and Medicaid
• Illinois Department of Public HealthcoreOthersLicensing and regulatory agency for certain healthcare programs and facilities
• Illinois Department of Rehabilitation ServicescoreOthersFunding and regulatory agency for vocational rehabilitation and employment services for individuals with disabilities
• SourceAmericamajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational nonprofit that creates employment opportunities for individuals with significant disabilities through federal contracting; Clearbrook is an authorized nonprofit partner
• PACE Suburban BusminorOthersTransportation partner helping clients access community programs and services through public transit options

Scale indicators19 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Help at Home: Help at Home is one of the largest U.S. providers of home- and community-based services (HCBS) for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and aging adults, with strong Illinois presence. Closest direct competitor to Clearbrook's home-based services line.
• Aspire (Chicago): Aspire provides lifespan services for children and adults with developmental disabilities in the Chicago metro, including residential, day, employment, and home-based supports. Operates in the same Illinois service region and competes for the same state contracts and donor pool.
• Misericordia Heart of Mercy: Misericordia is a large Chicago-area nonprofit serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through residential, day, and clinical programs on a multi-acre campus. Directly comparable to Clearbrook's ICF/CILA residential and CDS day-service model.
• The Arc of Illinois: The Arc of Illinois is a statewide advocacy and service organization for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, providing family support, case management, and community living services. Same Illinois regulatory and funding environment as Clearbrook.
• L'Arche USA: L'Arche operates intentional communities and residential homes for people with intellectual disabilities across the U.S., including Illinois. Comparable residential model (group homes with 24/7 support) but faith-rooted and distributed nationally.
• UCP Seguin of Greater Chicago: UCP Seguin provides residential, day, and employment services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities across Chicagoland, and is already a vehicle-donation partner of Clearbrook. Same client base, similar funding model, same Illinois regulatory environment.
• Ray Graham Association: Ray Graham Association provides residential, day program, and employment services for people with disabilities in the Chicagoland area, including CILAs and community day services. Operates in overlapping DuPage/Cook county geography with Clearbrook.
• Maryville Academy: Maryville Academy is a Chicago-area nonprofit serving children and adults with developmental disabilities, mental health needs, and child welfare involvement. Overlaps with Clearbrook on children's services, CILA/ICF residential, and clinical programs.

Regional players

• Pillars Community Health: Pillars Community Health serves the western Chicagoland suburbs with behavioral health, primary care, and disability services. Overlaps with Clearbrook on clinical and mental health services for IDD populations in adjacent counties.

Broad incumbents

• Easterseals: Easterseals is a national nonprofit network providing disability and behavioral health services including early intervention, employment, and residential supports. Comparable at the program-line level (autism, EI, employment) but operates nationally versus Clearbrook's Illinois focus.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses2 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Clearbrook1
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC8THmhIb5B_gFa7bMvGAHCQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/clearbrook
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/clearbrook
• Instagraminstagram.com/clearbrook_il

Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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