Our Story & Mission
Founded in 2016, Caring for Citizens of Alabama, Inc. was built on the belief that every person deserves access to nutritious food, essential resources, and the opportunity to thrive.
Turning Compassion Into Action
Caring for Citizens of Alabama, Inc. is a community-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to improving the quality of life for individuals and families across Alabama — especially those facing hunger, financial hardship, limited access to healthcare, and workforce barriers.
Founded with a heart for service and a vision for sustainable change, our organization exists to meet immediate needs while building long-term pathways to stability, dignity, and self-sufficiency. We are not simply a food bank. We are a comprehensive community support organization that addresses the full spectrum of challenges facing Alabama's most vulnerable residents.
Since our establishment in 2016, we have proudly served seniors, families, children, and at-risk populations through holistic, wrap-around support services designed to strengthen individuals and uplift entire communities. We go to the people — conducting active outreach so that no one is left behind due to lack of transportation, awareness, or access.
CCA operates within the Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) framework — the evidence-based model recognized by the CDC, WHO, and leading health foundations.
Research shows that 80% of health outcomes are shaped not by medical care, but by social and economic conditions. CCA directly addresses all five SDOH domains through our programs, recognizing that lasting community health requires action far beyond the clinic or the food pantry.
Mission, Vision & Values
Our Mission
To uplift and sustain Alabama's most vulnerable communities by providing comprehensive, compassionate relief. Through direct outreach, we deliver nutritious groceries, warm prepared meals, and vital everyday supplies — while building long-term pathways to stability, dignity, and self-sufficiency.
Our Vision
An Alabama where every individual and family has access to the food, resources, and opportunities they need to live with dignity, achieve stability, and contribute fully to their communities — regardless of their economic circumstances.
Our Core Values
Dignity
Every person we serve is treated with the utmost respect and dignity, regardless of their circumstances.
Compassion
We approach every interaction with genuine care and empathy for the challenges our community faces.
Sustainability
We focus on long-term solutions that build pathways to stability, not just temporary relief.
Community
We believe that strong communities are built through collaboration, partnership, and mutual support.
Transparency
We are committed to full financial and operational transparency with our donors, partners, and the public.
Action
We don't wait for people to come to us — we go directly to the communities that need us most.
Our Executive Team
Dr. Elon Miree
Dr. Elon Miree founded Caring for Citizens of Alabama, Inc. in 2016 with a vision of creating a direct, compassionate response to food insecurity and poverty in Alabama. Under her leadership, the organization has grown from a grassroots effort into a comprehensive community support organization serving thousands of Alabama residents annually.
Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors provides strategic oversight and governance to ensure Caring for Citizens of Alabama, Inc. fulfills its mission with integrity and accountability.
For complete board information, please contact us at [email protected]
Ready to Partner With Us?
Whether you are a foundation, corporation, or community organization, we welcome partnerships that strengthen our ability to serve Alabama's most vulnerable.