Community of Caring Development Foundation

Community of Caring Development Foundation – Creating a Connected Community, One Story at a Time.

Welcome to Community of Caring Development Foundation (COCDF) — the community and economic development arm of New Salem Church in Columbus, Ohio.

As a faith-based nonprofit, we stand at the intersection of sacred purpose and social progress. From housing and education to wealth building, health, and wellness, our work is aligned with the City of Columbus’ One Linden Plan and backed by a $100M+ real estate development advisory portfolio.

For over 20 years, we've been planting seeds of hope in the Linden community. Through powerful public-private partnerships, we've helped over 1,000 families secure affordable housing, served more than 300,000 meals, awarded $70,000+ in academic scholarships, and secured over $100,000 in community grants — all with one mission: to connect, affirm, respect, and empower.

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