Civitan is ...
Civitan International is made up of over 1,000 clubs in more than 30 countries.  Through local Civitan clubs, members form a global network of community leaders who learn more about the world around them, meet like-minded individuals, and serve those in need.

Civitan is a worldwide, all volunteer service organization, where men and women have an organized way of approaching local community problems with a special emphasis on helping those with developmental disabilities.

Our Mission Statement ...

To build good citizenship by providing a volunteer organization of clubs dedicated to serving individual and community needs with an emphasis on helping people with developmental disabilities.

Civitan Fast Facts...

• Civitan was founded in Birminham, AL in 1917. Its founder and first president was Dr. Courtney W. Shropshire, a prominent Birmingham physican.
• Civitan International is a worldwide community service organization of men, women and teenagers in 24 countries on 4 continents joining together to perform community service projects.
• Civitan provides opportunities for personal and professional growth through teamwork.
• Civitan emphasizes helping people with developmental disabilities. However, Civitan clubs perform a variety of service projects that address the unique needs of their communities.
• Civitan International world headquarters is located in Birmingham, AL and provides numerous support services to clubs.
• Civitan's most recognizable fund-raising program is the Civitan Candy Box Project. The project is serviced by volunteers, and all net proceeds benefit people with disabilities.

View the Civitan International Website at www.civitan.org