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3301 GREEN STREET, CLAYMONT, DE 19703 | 302.792.2757 | CLAYMONTCENTER.ORGOUR MISSIONWe enhance the community by addressing the human needs of wellness, belongingness and esteem.CLAYMONT COMMUNITY CENTEROur pivotal role in Brown vs. Board of Education established the foundationfor the work we do withthe community. The Centeris a place where everyoneis welcome and differences are celebrated.%u2014Allison C. David,Chief Executive Offi cerHOW WE MAKE AN IMPACT For nearly fi ve decades, we have been an anchor in the community. We are unwavering in our commitment to provide support, resources and opportunities to connect with one another. During our last fi scal year, we welcomed 95,569 visits to the Center and 9,432 people received services through our programs, including:%u2022 8,957 people fed by our Claymont Food Closet%u2022 351 members joined our Brandywine Senior Center%u2022 56 students received instruction in our ESOL and Learning Center programs%u2022 168 students participated in our Empowered Youth programOur Strategic Plan includes 3 focus areas: prioritizing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging; aligning programs to meet community need; and fostering mental health wellness.GIVING OPPORTUNITIESOur four signature programs %u2014 Brandywine Senior Center, Community Market & Garden, Empowered Youth and Learning Center - are made fi nancially possible through grants and private contributions. Members of the community can support the Center by giving to one of our programs orby sponsoringa special event, including our Festival of Lights and C3 5KRun/Walk. We are seeking donations of food and personalhygiene items throughout the year.VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Volunteering for a CCC program can be a rewarding experience. We offer a wide array of opportunities such as sorting donations and distributing food in our Food Closet or tutoring children or adults. Our staff is always glad to speak with potential volunteers to match their interests with the needs of those we serve. BOARD OF DIRECTORS:Brian Drysdale,Board PresidentJoseph C. Gajewski,President ElectElio Battista, Jr.SecretaryDoug Kook, CPA, CVA,TreasurerChair, Finance CommitteeLily Underwood,Development ChairPLANNING CHAIR:Patt Panzer &Kathleen Streib,Co-ChairDuncan Holyoke,GovernanceCommittee ChairBOARD MEMBERS:Lia AndrewsStephen HaffnerShannon LawsonJulee SchwiegerDr. Avery SherrodIkechukwu UmogoAllison C. David,CEO, Ex-offi cioADVISORYBOARD MEMBERS:Terri KellyEvan PizzutoDavid RuthLEADERSHIPYear established: 1975Number of full-time employees: 9Number of part-time employees: 22Annual revenue: $1,809,615 Geographic service area: Claymont and the surrounding communitiesAllison C. DavidChief Executive Offi cerBrian DrysdaleBoard PresidentGrant-in-Aid: 47%Rental income: 31%Grants: 13%Contributions: 3%Program fees: 3%Other: 3%TOP FUNDING SOURCES:DelawareBusinessTimes.com | 7