The Clarke Cares Foundation was born from our commitment to community, innovation, and sustainability as a global public health company specializing in mosquito control. Recognizing our unique position to combat vector-borne diseases, we launched a net program and partnered with The Carter Center in 2008 to distribute mosquito nets in Kanke, Nigeria—one of Africa’s most endemic regions for lymphatic filariasis and malaria.
Together, we provide not only life-saving bed nets but also education to thousands of families in need. To date, our net programs have delivered over 328,000 nets to vulnerable communities, offering critical protection against deadly yet preventable mosquito-borne illnesses.
Clarke Cares Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit started by Clarke in 2008 with a mission to save lives and reduce suffering from mosquito-borne diseases in Nigerian communities with the greatest need. Through our partnership with The Carter Center and our Net for Net program, we deliver bed nets and critical resources directly to vulnerable populations where malaria rates are incredibly high. This life-saving work is made possible through our annual Swing for Nets golf outing, which brings together supporters to raise funds and awareness while furthering Clarke’s mission of making communities around the world more livable, safe, and comfortable.
Chairman
Lyell Clarke is chairman of the board and former CEO of The Clarke Group, a family-owned business with a global presence in the mosquito and vector control industry. He helped initiate the Clarke Cares Foundation, which delivers mosquito nets and resources to combat mosquito-borne diseases in underserved areas. Lyell has spent more than 40 years in the field of Entomology and holds a Bachelor’s and PhD in Entomology from the University of Kentucky and Iowa State University, respectively.
Director
Ken Jandes is the retired Vice President at American College of Education in Indianapolis. He previously spent twelve years as a Superintendent of Schools in suburban Cook County and over two decades as a school principal. Ken has served on numerous educational boards.
Director
Vijay Singh brings over 45 years of healthcare, technology and management-related experience with major U.S. corporations. He is the owner and founder of Argus Transformative Coaching & Consulting, Inc. And President and CEO of Aurgus Healthcare Solutions, Inc.
Director
Tony Stephens is President of Heritage Companies and the Heritage Property Group, Inc., a commercial real estate development firm focused on bringing desirable retail and commercial properties to communities. He serves as Board Chairman of Lutheran Child and Family Services of Illinois and Hope for Grieving Children Africa, which trains leaders in grief counseling for African orphans and their caregivers.
Want to get involved? Whether you’d like to support our work or learn more about the Clarke Cares Foundation, we’d love to hear from you.
Disclaimer: Clarke Cares Foundation is a legally entity which is completely separate from The Clarke Group, and the presence of Clarke Cares Foundation on The Clarke Group website does not constitute an endorsement by Clarke Cares Foundation of the products and services of The Clarke Group.
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