BUILDING BRIDGES OF HOPE WITH CCDN!
THIS IS WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO...
MISSION, VISION, & CORE VALUES
Founded in 2014, Community Care Development Network (CCDN) is a faith-based, 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to strengthening and empowering families and communities in Jefferson County, Alabama. Rooted in faith and guided by a mission of compassion, we believe in uplifting families and individuals through practical support, education, and community resources. Our programs are designed to address not only immediate needs but also the underlying causes of poverty, promoting lasting, positive change.
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At CCDN, we approach our work holistically, understanding that families and individuals thrive when given the tools to build resilience and achieve self-sufficiency. Our comprehensive services, grounded in the Strengthening Families Model and a focus on the Social Determinants of Health (SDH), are built to meet the unique needs of our community. We take pride in collaborating with local partners, community leaders, and volunteers to maximize our impact and create sustainable pathways for success.
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Mission: To strengthen and empower families, children, and communities by providing comprehensive support services, fostering resilience, and promoting positive outcomes through collaborative partnerships and quality family-focused programs.
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Vision: We envision a community where every family has the resources and support needed to thrive, and where every individual can achieve their fullest potential in a safe, healthy, and supportive environment.
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Here’s What We Do
Human Support Services
CCDN’s Human Support Services Program is one of our most impactful initiatives, now serving approximately 4,000 households across Jefferson County each month. Through Mobile Food Hubs and community partnerships, we provide food, hygiene items, household essentials, and diapers to families in need. In addition, we connect individuals to vital services through our online resource connection page, ensuring families have access to the support systems necessary for stability and well-being.
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Family Support Services
Our Family Support Services Program is designed to strengthen and empower families through mentoring, parenting support, and life skills development. Programs include Parents Helping Parents, support services for single mothers and single fathers, and Youth Mentoring initiatives such as Precious Pearls of Promise and Diamonds in the Rough. The Motherhood & Fatherhood Initiatives further support families by combining workforce development with parent education, helping parents build stable, healthy, and thriving households.
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Education Support Services
Through Inspire Education Academy, CCDN provides comprehensive education and workforce development opportunities for youth and young adults facing life barriers. The program offers High School Diploma completion, workforce development, life skills training, mentoring, and career coaching, creating clear pathways to self-sufficiency.
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In addition, Inspire Education Services extends support beyond the classroom through life development planning and aftercare services, including trade education opportunities, college enrollment assistance, ACT WorkKeys testing resources, and employment support. These services also integrate parent support through the Motherhood & Fatherhood Initiatives, ensuring a holistic approach to long-term success.
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Community Outreach
CCDN’s Community Outreach efforts connect us directly to the communities we serve through impactful events and partnerships. Signature initiatives include the E.L.E.C.T. Teen Summit, year-round Back-to-School supply distributions, Pop-Up Food Hubs, and collaborative community events. Through outreach, we build trust, increase access to services, and expand our impact across Jefferson County.
