Mission & Purpose
The mission and purpose of CCDF, Inc. is to provide a means through which individuals or entities may bestow a current or deferred gift to the Foundation to be used for the benefit of the citizens of Clinton and/or to improve the quality of life for the greater Clinton community.
What is CCDF?
The Clinton Community Development Foundation (CCDF) exists to provide support for the community through philanthropy. Since 1994, the CCDF has contributed in various ways to the Clinton area. In more recent years, the focus has been on education.
Program of Work
Clinton Reads - a community book drive held in the Spring and books are given to children to encourage reading over the summer.
Clinton Youth Leadership - partnership with the Clinton Chamber of Commerce to provide leadership programs for the youth of our community.
Teacher Mini-Grants - providing funds to offset expenses incurred by teachers so they can provide enhanced curriculum for their students.
Community Grants - providing funds to various non-profit organizations within the Clinton community.
Sweets of the South Gala Fundraiser - annual event that raises funds and awareness for the foundation
The Clinton Community Development Foundation is recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) tax exempt public charity, and is registered with the Mississippi Secretary of State.