Central Alabama Redevelopment Alliance

The Central Alabama Redevelopment Alliance (CARA) increases economic mobility for urban and rural communities across central Alabama.

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Different holidays.
One community.
Shared purpose.

Merry Christmas.
Happy Hanukkah.
Happy Kwanzaa.
Happy Holidays—all of it.

• People before programs
• Relationships before resources
• Trust before transactions

When we intentionally bring people together,
resources flow…

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Champions matter

• Championing small business
• Strengthening families

Why it matters
• Small businesses = strong families
• Strong families = resilient communities

Call to Action
• Donate
• Partner
• Get support
• Become what your community needs

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Strong small businesses. Strong families. Strong communities.

Grateful for partners who choose impact over credit:
• Innovate Alabama
• Jefferson County Commission Office
• Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
• Alabama Office of Minority Affairs

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When people grow, families rise.
When families rise, communities thrive.

Real economic strength begins with investing in people—one business, one leader, one family at a time.

Thank you, Chairman Frank Woodson, for the reminder that transformation always starts with people.

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Big News for CARA. Big Win for Alabama.
Our CEO, Jeremy Duckworth, has been named a 2025 Top CEO.

Thank you, Birmingham Business Journal.

This is a team award—made possible by the entire CARA staff who carry this mission forward every day.
https://t.co/duignjK4Q3

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No single organization builds an economy alone.

That is why CARA partners with the Alabama Micro Enterprise Network (AMEN).

August–December impact:
• $1M+ increase in small business sales
Strong businesses.
Stronger families.
Stronger communities.

👉 Tag a business owner

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Ready to grow your credit, your business, and your future?

Today’s packed session with the @BessemerRedevelopmentCorporation was all about power moves:
• Personal Credit ✔️
• Business Credit ✔️
• Real Strategy ✔️
• Real Growth ✔️

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• Need a hiring plan that actually works?
• Need a team that helps you grow—not hold you back?

We help small businesses build the workforce they deserve.

• Strengthen your team
• Scale with confidence

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If you’re serious about leveling up your finances, this is the workshop you can’t afford to skip. 💳🔥 Join us on Nov. 21—your future self will thank you.
Register Here: https://t.co/VBkbnSEzL1

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📣 Estate Planning Workshop
🗓 Nov 18 | ⏰ 10–11:30 AM
📍 401 19th St N, Bessemer
Learn about wills, heir property, documents, healthcare directives & more.
✨ FREE will for first 20 full-session attendees!
Hosted by Bessemer Redevelopment Corp, CARA & PNC Bank.

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🏆 Congratulations to Jeremy Duckworth, named one of the @bhambizjrnl’s 2025 Top CEO Honorees!

His visionary leadership continues to drive innovation, collaboration & growth across Birmingham.

#TopCEO #BBJ2025 #JeremyDuckworth #LeadershipExcellence

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Your holiday gift? 🏠 The keys to your first home!

Home for the Holidays Workshop – Nov 1
Learn HUD programs & take the first step to homeownership!

#HomeForTheHolidays #HUD #DreamHome #BessemerAL

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Join Bessemer Development Corp., CARA & @PNC for a free workshop packed with food, fun, and financial empowerment. 🍽️💸🎉

📅 Oct. 27th | 📍 1520 Exeter Ct., Bessemer, AL 35020
🎟️ Register now: https://t.co/2JsETfDGD2

#CARACares #FinancialLiteracy

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"Profitability isn’t a dirty word in the nonprofit world — it’s a necessity." 💬

Thanks to Richie Bruce of @EOSWorldwide for leading our Nonprofit Accelerator session on sustainable impact. 🙌

Grateful to @jtmoore_d4 & @DarrellOQuinn for their support! #CARACares

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Candance T. Kemp is a seasoned entrepreneur & founder of First Choice Tax, Premier Tax Academy & more. She empowers communities through finance & purpose-driven leadership. Now in the CARA Accelerator, she’s expanding her impact. #Leadership #Entrepreneurship

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Kenyele Harrison, founder of Kenetic Wellness, is redefining wellness in the Deep South—bridging medicine and mindful movement through Pilates. 🌿
She’s building generational wellness through purpose, strength, and community.

#KeneticWellness #MindfulMovement #PilatesLife

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🎥 “You belong here.”

Hear LaToya Mims of The Wildflower Alliance share her powerful testimony from CARA’s Nonprofit Luncheon. 💜

Standing with families of children with disabilities—providing support, resources, and community.

#CARACares #WildflowerAlliance #NonprofitLeaders

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Meet Rachel Holifield, Founder & Chief Educational Officer of Learn, Grow and More Learning, LLC! 🚀

With nearly 20 years of experience in teaching, school leadership & consulting, she’s passionate about helping students, families & organizations learn, grow & do more!

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🌟 Congrats to Jeremy Duckworth for being featured in the LVH Class of 2025 Alumni Spotlight! 👏

Thanks to our partner @VestaviaChamber for supporting leaders who are shaping brighter futures.

#Leadership #CommunityImpact #CARACares

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Rod Palmer, co-founder of @Dwell_atHome, is bringing innovation + compassion to senior care. 🏡💙

The app makes it simple to find, hire & pay caregivers—giving families the support they deserve.

Visit the Website: https://t.co/w0DWMXtEmI

#HealthTech #Innovation #CARACares