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Building Healthier Communities For A Stronger Future

Step Up To A Better Future

Carolina Therapeutic Services Community Development, Inc. (CTSCD, Inc.) was established by Clarence Sutton, President and CEO, as a nonprofit organization in North Carolina in 2012 to provide support for CTS Health’s foster care consumers through programs such as the Cassandra Robinson Scholarship Fund for graduating high school students, Duffels for Dignity which provides luggage for transitory youth, and the Angel Tree Christmas Gift Drive, which provides gifts for children enrolled in the CTS Health services.

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Programs To Pay It Forward

Focus Areas

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Raising Awareness

Empowering communities through resources, education, and engagement.

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Community Engagement

Providing meals, hosting events, and connecting with those in need.

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Law Enforcement Partnerships

Collaborating with CPD and community leaders to enhance safety and support.

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Stories From Our Community

Ronda Keni, MN

Community Member

"CTSCD’s support changed my life. Their team provided the care and resources my family needed to find stability."

Liat Tortal

Outreach Coordinator, Safe Steps

"The Safe Steps Program is a lifeline for survivors. Their dedication to education and recovery makes all the difference."

Dr. Angela T.

Child Psychologist

"Compassionate, effective, and life-changing. CTSCD’s behavioral support services truly empower youth and families."

Programs & Services

North Carolina Programs

North Carolina’s Safe Steps Program focuses on preventing and addressing human trafficking through education, survivor support, and community partnerships, working to protect vulnerable individuals and provide pathways to safety and recovery. North Carolina's location and transit routes make it a critical area for intervention, with the state ranking in the top 12 for human trafficking.

Illinois Programs

CTSCD’s Illinois programs provide vital support through three key initiatives. Community-Based Services help individuals and families access essential resources for stability and well-being. Children’s Behavioral Support offers mental health services to support emotional and social development. The Intensive Team-Based Program provides comprehensive, wraparound care for at-risk youth.

My Wellness Journey
My Wellness Journey

A holistic wellness program offering tools, resources, and workshops to support mental and physical well-being.

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Transit Cards
Transit Cards

Removing transportation barriers by providing transit cards to ensure individuals can attend critical healthcare appointments.

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Angel Tree Gift Drive
Angel Tree Gift Drive

Spreading holiday cheer by fulfilling wish lists and hosting festive celebrations for children in foster care and behavioral health programs.

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Back-to-School Backpacks & Supplies
Back-to-School Backpacks & Supplies

Equipping children in foster care and behavioral health services with backpacks and school supplies for a successful academic year.

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Duffels for Dignity
Duffels for Dignity

Helping children in foster care transition with dignity by providing duffel bags filled with essential personal items.

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Sutton Rising Star Scholarship
Sutton Rising Star Scholarship

Providing financial assistance to youth in behavioral health services pursuing higher education or vocational training.

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Cassandra Robinson Rising Stars Scholarship
Cassandra Robinson Rising Stars Scholarship

Empowering high school seniors in foster care with scholarships to support their college, trade school, or military journey.

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Volunteers
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Take The First Step, 
Make A Difference

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  • Support our cause through financial gifts! Make a one-time, monthly, or quarterly donation to an initiative of your choice.

  • Become a leader in our mission! Help guide our organization’s impact.

  • Gain experience while making a difference! Opportunities available for community college & university students. Background checks are covered by CTSCD, Inc.

  • Join our team! Explore career opportunities with CTSCD, Inc.

  • Collaborate to create lasting change! Support us through corporate sponsorships or philanthropy.

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