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Building our community through partnership and individual impact

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About Us – Emerge Community Development Center

Emerge Community Development Center (Emerge CDC) is a transformative initiative dedicated to empowering individuals, strengthening families, and revitalizing communities through strategic programs and services. As the community development arm of Emerge Church in Smyrna, GA, we are committed to providing resources, education, and support that foster long-term growth and sustainable impact.
Our mission is simple: to bridge gaps, break cycles, and build opportunities. Through a dynamic range of community outreach, youth education, health and wellness initiatives, and entrepreneurship training, we are equipping people with the tools they need to thrive.


What We Do:

  • Community Outreach – Providing direct support, resources, and relief for families in need.

  • Youth Education – Academic support, leadership development, and career readiness programs.

  • Health & Wellness – Promoting physical, mental, and emotional well-being through accessible initiatives.

  • Entrepreneurship Training – Equipping individuals with the skills and strategies to build and sustain successful businesses.


At Emerge CDC, we believe in transformation—both personal and collective. Whether we’re helping individuals break through financial barriers, providing essential services to underserved communities, or developing the next generation of leaders, our impact extends beyond programs—it creates lasting change.


We exist to serve, uplift, and empower. Partner with us, donate, or get involved as we continue to build stronger communities—one life, one family, and one opportunity at a time.

5,000
Lives Touched

Every Hand Helps Us Grow

500
Volunteers

Uniting Hearts and Actions

250
Projects Completed

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Our Mission

Our mission is to empower individuals, strengthen families, and transform communities by providing access to education, economic opportunities, wellness resources, and strategic support.
As the community development program of Emerge Church in Smyrna, GA, we are committed to bridging gaps, breaking cycles, and creating sustainable impact through outreach, leadership development, and holistic community care.
We believe that every person deserves access to the tools, knowledge, and resources needed to thrive. Through strategic partnerships and innovative programs, we are building stronger communities, one life at a time.

Become a volunteer today
 

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