Community Overview:

Covington Tennessee, the county seat of Tipton County, is located 40 miles north of the Memphis/Shelby County metropolitan area. Considered one of the states fastest growing counties, Tipton County has been a catalyst for community pride, even though it is a low-income area (the median household income in the 2000 census was $34,881). Children & Family Services is located in the census tract 407, which has the highest poverty rate. There are 11 county schools in Tipton County and 2 city schools with a total of 14, 183 students.

 Strategic Plan Highlights:  

With the implementation of its strategic plan, the Children & Family Service seeks to achieve a balance in economic and community development. The plan focuses on improving:

• Employment;
• Environment;
• Extracurricular activities;
• Housing;
• Restaurants; and,
• Transportation.

Partnerships have been developed with:

• Country Kitchen;
• Delta Human Resources;
• General Sessions Court;
• Financial Institutions;
• Juvenile Court;
• McDonald’s;

• Sheriff’s Department; and,

• Tipton County & Covington City School Systems.

Leveraging:

At the present time Children & Family Services receives private funding from various individuals, businesses, state government, federal government and United Way designations. In some instances, Children & Family Services is required to match various grants either through in-kind or monetary contribution. In addition, Children & Family Services generates other funding through internal fundraising events, such as gymnasium rentals, office space rental and banquets.

Community Involvement activities include:

• Annual Needs Assessment;
• Governing Board;
• Health & Wellness Seminars;
• Parent Advisory Board;
• Public Relations;
• Tipton County Minority Career Conference; and,
• Youth Advisory Council.

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