Let's build the better world together
More than a charity. A community partner.
We work alongside communities to advance equity, strengthen systems, and build the capacity to thrive—today and for generations to come.
At Our Core
CITCA is a BIPOC-led nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering historically under-resourced youth, families, and neurodivergent individuals. Our network consist of practitioners, clinicians, community members, leaders, philanthropist and local officials working in partnership to build connected community ecosystems that strengthen well-being, expand opportunity, and support long-term resilience.
OUR VALUES
Equity
Advancing access, assets, and opportunity across generations.
Elevating community voice to influence systems and policy.
Stewardship
Serving, giving, and building together with shared responsibility.
Building the capacity to adapt, participate, and lead the future.
What People Say About
Our Company
Ci'Nya Johnson
Youth Program Coordinator
I am grateful for the transformative experience I have gained with ECSEL. The program equip me with essential cognitive skills for navigating the social world, fostering my growth into a more socially aware individual. ECSEL not only helped me understand myself better but also enable me to empathize and connect with others on a deeper level.
More than 500+ individuals have put their faith in us
OUR WORK
We design programs in partnership with communities—grounded in lived experience and responsive to local needs. By working alongside residents, community leaders, and municipal partners, we strengthen systems, expand opportunity, and support long-term well-being across America’s communities.
Across all our work, we focus on building bridges—connecting people to resources, systems to communities, and generations to a shared future.
Our work is organized around the following pillars:
- Health & Well-Being
- Education
- Workforce & Economic Opportunity
- Systems & Partnerships
Promoting Bright Futures
Equipping youth with the tools to lead!
Youth lead the charge. Whether engaged in programs or leading community events, their voices, lived experiences, and visions for the future are centered in our community impact.
Pioneering Programs
Promoting support and access for neurodivergent and underserved individuals.
Building capacity in nonprofits by connecting kids, providers and stakeholders.
More than 30+ events done successfully
Partners
Equal Opportunity Commitment
CITCA is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment free from discrimination. We prioritize equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of race, gender, social status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This program is available to all, without discrimination.
