Community Development Center

What Community Development Center does

Community Development Center (CDC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered in Shelbyville, Tennessee, founded in 1972 to provide supports and services to children, families, and individuals with disabilities. Originally established as the Child Development Center by families of children with developmental delays at the Shelbyville Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, the organization expanded through the 1980s and 1990s into a 17-county regional network across South Central Middle Tennessee, rebranding as Community Development Center to reflect its broader life-span mission. CDC serves over 750-850 families annually through eight core programs: Early Intervention (Tennessee Early Intervention System contract, serving ~600 infants and toddlers birth to age 3 at no cost to families); Children's Center for Autism (intensive Applied Behavior Analysis therapy for children ages 18 months to 12 years at three locations, with insurance as primary payer); Family Support (flexible services including respite, equipment, home modifications, and counseling); Independent Support Coordination / TN Strong Families (Medicaid Waiver case management for ~320 individuals with I/DD across 17 counties, staffed by 13 ISC professionals); Community & Employment Services (job training and placement as a state-designated Community Rehabilitation Provider); Enabling Technology (off-the-shelf and customized devices with remote support for waiver participants); MAPs (post-high-school transition program); and the Senior Equipment Loan Program (free durable medical equipment for South Central Tennessee seniors).

CDC operates an integrated service delivery model combining center-based facilities in Shelbyville, Lewisburg, Fayetteville, and Pulaski with home- and community-based services throughout the region. Revenue is generated through a mix of government contracts (TEIS contributing approximately $1.6M of total revenue), fee-based clinical services (autism therapy, ECF CHOICES), local government appropriations (~$80K), annual fundraising events such as the 35th Annual Pencil Country Classic Golf Tournament (~$100K), and community contributions and in-kind donations (~$80K). The organization's FY2019 audited financials show total revenue of $2,174,080, with 77.95% directed to program services and approximately 12% to administrative costs. CDC is governed by a Governing Board supported by 89 Advisory Board members across its 17-county footprint and is led by Executive Director Anita Teague, who has held the role since July 2013. A related CDC Foundation, established in 2006, supports long-term financial sustainability. The organization's competitive position rests on its TEIS contract, Community Rehabilitation Provider designation, Medicaid Waiver enrollment, and deeply embedded local referral networks with healthcare providers, schools, and community organizations.

Name

Community Development Center

Legal name

Community Development Center

Website

https://cdctn.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1972

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Community Development Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1972 in Shelbyville, Tennessee, providing disability services — including early intervention, autism therapy, family support, Medicaid Waiver coordination, employment, and senior equipment loans — to over 750 families across 17 counties in Middle Tennessee.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Disability and Human Services

NAICS

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120), Child and Youth Services (624110), Other Individual and Family Services (624190), Child and Youth Services (62411)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec (8090), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Disability Services & Independent Living Support (BPAGACAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Special Education, Disability Support & Inclusive Education Nonprofits (BPAGADAH), Family & Parenting Support Services (BPAGAEAC), Community Centers & Neighborhood Support Services (BPAGAEAL), Pediatric Rehabilitation & Developmental Therapy Centers (PT/OT/SLP) (HLAFAJAL)

Keywords

• Disability support services
• Early intervention therapy
• Applied behavior analysis
• Developmental disability care
• Community support programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Shelbyville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Grants: Primary revenue stream from government grants including Tennessee Early Intervention System contracts, accounting for approximately $1.6M annually.
2. Fees for Services: Fee-based services including Autism Services and Children's Center for Autism therapy services, and Employment and Community First Choices program fees.
3. Contributions and Donations: Organizational contributions, individual contributions, and general donations from community donors and partners.
4. City and County Funding: Local government funding from city and county sources, approximately $80,000 annually.
5. Special Events: Revenue from fundraising events including the Pencil Country Classic Golf Tournament, generating approximately $100,000 annually.
6. In-Kind Contributions: Non-cash contributions valued at approximately $80,000 annually.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Community Development Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization providing comprehensive disability services from birth through end of life across 17 counties in South Central Middle Tennessee. Its core offerings include early intervention therapy for infants and toddlers with developmental delays, intensive Applied Behavior Analysis therapy for children with autism, Medicaid Waiver support coordination for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, family support services including respite and equipment loans, employment services, enabling technology solutions, and a senior durable medical equipment loan program.

Product overview

The Community Development Center is a nonprofit organization providing a comprehensive suite of disability services spanning from birth through end of life. Originally founded in 1972 as the Child Development Center serving young children with developmental delays, the organization expanded through the 1980s-90s and rebranded to reflect its broader mission. Today it serves seventeen counties in Middle Tennessee through multiple interconnected programs: the Early Intervention Program (birth to age five) provides developmental screening under Tennessee Early Intervention System; the Children's Center for Autism offers intensive ABA therapy for children 18 months to 12 years in Lewisburg, Shelbyville, and Fayetteville; Family Support delivers flexible household assistance including equipment loans; Independent Support Coordination manages Medicaid Waiver services for adults across the region; Employment Services provides job training and placement through Vocational Rehabilitation partnerships; Enabling Technology and MAPs offer technology-assisted independence solutions. The organization positions itself as a one-stop resource coordinating early intervention, family support, adult services, and employment assistance.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Early Intervention Program A developmental screening and early intervention program serving infants and toddlers up to age five with developmental delays or disabilities, operating under the Tennessee Early Intervention System (TEIS). The program provides services at no cost to families and covers Bedford, Coffee, Franklin, Giles, Lawrence, Lewis, Lincoln, Marshall, Maury, Moore, and Wayne Counties. Services are delivered in natural environments including family homes and community settings.
• Children's Center for Autism (CCA) An intensive behavioral therapy program providing both individual and group therapy using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) approaches for children ages 18 months to 12 years diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Insurance is the primary payer with families responsible for deductibles, copays, and co-insurance. Locations include Lewisburg, TN, Shelbyville, TN, and Fayetteville, TN.
• Family Support Program A flexible support services program providing advocacy, community awareness, and assistance to families with members who have severe disabilities in Bedford, Marshall, Lincoln, Coffee, Franklin, and Moore counties. Services include respite, daycare, home modifications, specialized equipment, transportation, family counseling, and summer camp.
• Independent Support Coordination / TN Strong Families A Medicaid Waiver program coordinating services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across seventeen counties in South Central Middle Tennessee. Includes the TN Strong Families program for children with IDD in Tennessee state custody. Services include case management for 1915(c) waivers, Employment and Community First (ECF) CHOICES, and CHOICES long-term services and supports programs.
• Community & Employment Services Program A Community Rehabilitation Provider (CRP) program for the Tennessee Department of Vocational Rehabilitation Services that helps adults with disabilities and other barriers find employment through evaluation, training, job placement, and support services. Includes Pre-ETS, job readiness, and career exploration services.
• Enabling Technology A program providing equipment and methodologies that support increased independence for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in their homes, communities, and workplaces using off-the-shelf and customized devices and remote support technology solutions. Available to individuals enrolled in 1915(c) waivers, Employment and Community First (ECF) CHOICES, or CHOICES programs.
• MAPs (Medicaid Alternative Pathways to Independence) A program providing tools, technology, and support to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities learn skills for work, independent living, and community engagement. Available to individuals with I/DD diagnosis who have graduated high school or will graduate within three years and are not enrolled in other long-term services programs.
• Senior Equipment Loan Program A free durable medical equipment loan program for seniors in South Central Middle Tennessee. Items include wheelchairs, lift chairs, toilet seat elevators, rollators, bath equipment, Hoyer lifts, bed rails, and overbed tables. Initially funded through a Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee grant.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 850 families served annually across South Central Middle Tennessee
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• United Way of TennesseecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with United Way of Tennessee as a member agency providing community-wide fundraising support and community impact initiatives.
• Tennessee Department of EducationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerContract holder for Tennessee Early Intervention System (TEIS) providing early intervention services to eligible children birth to age 3.
• Tennessee Department of Human ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInteragency partnership for service coordination and vocational rehabilitation services for individuals with disabilities.
• Division of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (DIDD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState agency oversight for intellectual and developmental disabilities services; monitors and licenses CDC programs; provides Enabling Technology program information and resources.
• Tennessee Early Intervention System (TEIS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership under the Department of Education providing developmental evaluations and eligibility determination for early intervention services.
• Tennessee Department of Finance and AdministrationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOversight agency conducting annual financial audits to ensure proper financial reporting standards for public fund stewardship.
• Tennessee Vocational Rehabilitation SystemcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity Rehabilitation Provider (CRP) partnership providing employment services and job placement for people with disabilities.
• Tennessee Technology CentersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional partnership for workforce development and training opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
• Columbia State Community CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational partnership for training and development opportunities.
• Motlow State Community CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational partnership for training and development opportunities.
• South Central Local Interagency Coordination CouncilminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional interagency coordination council for collaborative service delivery across agencies.
• Head Start ProgramsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative partnership for early childhood development services and referrals.
• Local Health Care ProviderscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPrimary referral source for early intervention services; collaborative relationships for comprehensive care coordination.
• Local School SystemsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative partnership for transition services and educational support for children with disabilities.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• BrightStone: Tennessee-based nonprofit providing adult day services, residential programs, and employment support for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, directly comparable to CDC's Employment Services and ISC programs.
• Autism Tennessee: Tennessee-based nonprofit providing autism-specific family support, resource navigation, and community programs, with direct overlap to CDC's Children's Center for Autism and family support offerings in Middle Tennessee.
• The Arc Tennessee: Statewide nonprofit providing advocacy, family support, case management, and employment services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Closest peer given overlapping IDD service lines, ISC-like coordination, and Tennessee footprint.
• Tennessee Disability Coalition: Statewide alliance of disability-serving organizations providing systems advocacy, benefits navigation, and family support; comparable as a regional convener and information hub for the same families CDC serves.
• United Cerebral Palsy of Middle Tennessee: Middle Tennessee affiliate of UCP providing disability services including case management, therapy, and family support; operates in overlapping Nashville-area counties with similar service populations and state-contracted programs.

Broad incumbents

• Vanderbilt Kennedy Center: University-based center providing research, clinical services, and training for individuals with developmental disabilities; broader incumbent that overlaps with CDC's early intervention and autism therapy service lines at higher acuity.
• Easterseals Tennessee: Affiliated with the national Easterseals network, Easterseals Tennessee provides disability services including early intervention, autism therapy, vocational rehabilitation, and senior programs across multiple regions of the state, overlapping CDC's full continuum.

Regional players

• NextStep Autism Services: Southern Indiana-based nonprofit providing ABA and autism services in a neighboring geography; comparable service model and population focus but does not directly compete in CDC's Tennessee counties.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Subsidiaries8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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