Derrick Brooks Charities

The Corporation to Develop Communities of Tampa, Inc. (CDC of Tampa) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering economic prosperity through comprehensive community development strategies. Established in 1992, the organization focuses on connecting workforce development, housing, and real estate with education, resident leadership, and community safety to create opportunities for individuals and families in the Tampa Bay area. With a proven track record of reducing disparities in Tampa and Hillsborough County, CDC of Tampa has successfully assisted thousands of youth in graduating high school and has trained many individuals through its workforce development initiatives. Their mission emphasizes creating vibrant communities and prosperous futures by addressing the interconnected needs of the population they serve. Generated from the website

The Tampa Bay Black Business Investment Corporation (TBBBIC) is a U.S. Treasury certified Community Development Entity dedicated to fostering the long-term growth and success of small businesses, particularly those owned by African American entrepreneurs. Established as a nonprofit in 1987, TBBBIC provides essential business and funding opportunities to support a historically underserved market segment while now serving entrepreneurs of all ethnic backgrounds. With a focus on offering various loan products, including direct loans and contractor loans, TBBBIC guides small businesses through every stage of the loan process. Their commitment to community development is further strengthened by partnerships that have contributed nearly $20 million in loan volume since the organization's inception. Generated from the website