Proudly serving Tarrant County, Texas

Clean Start Outreach

Free mobile showers, laundry, and genuine human connection for our neighbors in need.

The Clean Start Outreach trailer: navy with red and white stripes, reading Clean Start Outreach, brought to you by Tex-ANN Initiative, Action for Neighbors in Need — showers, laundry, connection

About Us

Meeting neighbors where they are.

Clean Start Outreach meets our neighbors exactly where they are; traveling longer distances in the extreme heat and cold of Texas weather is no longer an issue when we bring these services directly to the unhoused. This allows us to regularly offer the basics that open the door to a clean start, and the human connection that helps them walk through it. This is done with a warm shower, clean clothes and caring conversations three days each week at various locations.

Our Mission

Restore dignity. Rebuild hope.

Clean Start Outreach is a nonprofit that provides mobile showers, laundry, and essential support services to individuals experiencing homelessness throughout Tarrant County, restoring hope while connecting people to resources that foster stability.

Our Values

Dignity

Every neighbor is a whole person deserving of respect — never a case number.

Compassion

We lead with kindness, showing up consistently for people the world overlooks.

Hope

A clean start is a spark. We help neighbors carry it toward stability.

Service

We roll where the need is greatest, so help is never out of reach.

Tex-ANN Initiative

Action for Neighbors in Need.

Local management and oversight is right here in Tarrant County, Texas. “ANN” not only represents Action for Neighbors in Need, but also the middle names of the three founders: Maggie Ann, Gina Ann and Sarah Anne.

Clean Start Outreach founders Sarah, Gina, and Maggie standing in front of the trailer
Founders Sarah, Gina, and Maggie in front of the Clean Start Outreach trailer.

In partnership with our community

Volunteers and neighbors gathered beside the Clean Start Outreach trailer on an outreach day

Neighbor spotlight

The day the trailer rolled in

For many of our neighbors, a hot shower is the first moment of comfort they've had in weeks — the first time in a while they've felt fully human. That's where a clean start begins.

Follow the trailer's routes and the neighbors it serves across Tarrant County.

Read their stories · Coming soon

Our impact at a glance

Small services, lasting starts.

1
Mobile shower & laundry trailer
3×
A week, at various locations
3
Core services, always free
100%
Of gifts reach neighbors in need

What we do

Showers, laundry & connection.

Three simple services that restore comfort, confidence, and a path forward.

The shower stall inside the Clean Start Outreach trailer, with a curtain and soap dispensers

Hot showers

A moment to feel restored

Private, clean, temperature-controlled shower stalls with fresh towels and toiletries. A warm shower restores comfort — and the confidence to face what's next.

The laundry bay inside the Clean Start Outreach trailer, with stacked washers and dryers and supply shelves

Laundry

Clean clothes open doors

Wash-and-dry service so neighbors can walk into a job interview, a clinic, or a friend's home in clothes they feel good about. Clean laundry is quiet dignity.

A Clean Start volunteer embracing a neighbor during an outreach day

Connection

A friendly face and a way forward

Warm conversation and real relationships, plus links to housing, health, and support services that help a single clean start grow into a stable future.

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Why it matters

Homelessness is closer than you think.

Thousands of our Tarrant County neighbors face each day without a reliable place to shower, wash their clothes, or simply be treated with dignity.

Thousandsof neighbors experience homelessness in Tarrant County each year
1 showercan be the difference between isolation and a fresh start
Basic needsare the first step toward housing, work, and stability
Your helpkeeps the trailer moving to where it's needed most
Be part of the solution
Neighbors waiting in line under the trees for Clean Start Outreach services

Neighbor stories

Coming soon.

Questions & answers

Frequently asked

General

Who does Clean Start Outreach serve?
We serve neighbors experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity across Tarrant County, Texas. Our services are free and open to anyone in need — no ID, referral, or paperwork required.
What does it cost to use the trailer?
Nothing. Showers, laundry, and connection are always completely free. Our services are made possible entirely through donations and volunteers.
Where and when does the trailer operate?
Our mobile trailer travels to shelters, parking lots, and gathering points throughout Tarrant County. Follow us or reach out for the current schedule and upcoming stops.
How can I volunteer?
We'd love your help. Volunteers greet neighbors, manage supplies, and keep shower days running smoothly. Email us and we'll connect you with an upcoming route.
Is Clean Start Outreach a registered nonprofit?
Yes. Radiant Love DBA Clean Start Outreach operates under the Tex-ANN Initiative — Action for Neighbors in Need — a Texas nonprofit, with local management and oversight right here in Tarrant County. Donations may be tax-deductible.
Where does my donation go?
Directly to the neighbors we serve — fuel for the trailer, water and utilities, towels and toiletries, and the supplies that keep every service free.

Volunteer FAQs

General & practical requirements

What should I wear?
Clean Start volunteers are asked to wear modest, casual, season-appropriate clothing and closed-toe shoes. Bring weather-appropriate outer layers when necessary.
Can I bring my personal belongings or valuables?
It is strongly recommended to leave valuables like purses, wallets, laptops, and expensive jewelry at home or locked securely in your car trunk.
What is the minimum age to volunteer?
Clean Start Outreach welcomes all ages. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a supervising adult.
What kind of tasks will I do?
Common roles may include preparing and serving meals, sorting clothing donations, assembling hygiene kits, assisting with registration, and assisting with cleaning showers.

Etiquette & interacting respectfully

What should I talk about with guests or clients?
Focus on neutral, pleasant, and open-ended topics like general well-being, hobbies, or daily interests. Avoid asking about personal trauma, the reasons behind their housing situation, or medical and mental health details unless they choose to share them first.
How should I address people?
Treat everyone with dignity and respect by speaking politely and addressing individuals by name.
Should I give money directly to individuals?
Giving cash is a personal choice, but our organization suggests donating directly to our nonprofit or offering specific items like food or socks instead.

Safety & boundaries

How do I protect my own emotional well-being?
Protect your mental health by setting clear personal boundaries, not taking difficult interactions personally, and stepping away from tense or potentially harmful situations — and notifying the Operations Manager as soon as possible.