Community Development for All People

Community Development for All People (CD4AP) grew out of a message of unconditional love and an atmosphere of radical hospitality.  CD4AP was formed 2003 with the mission of improving the quality of life for persons on the South Side of Columbus.

Our Vision 
Our vision is for a whole, healthy, and engaged community where All People are empowered to pursue their hopes, dreams, and aspirations; where lives are transformed by faith and trust, and personal fulfillment is experienced through the abundance of God's love and grace.

Our Mission 
To bring our Vision to life, CD4AP catalyzes collaborations with key strategic partners to improve the quality of life for all residents of the South Side through individual and community services.

• United Methodist Free Store

  As the flagship program of CD4AP, the United Methodist Free Store provides gently used clothing and household items to families. More than 40,000 families have become members of the Free Store since we opened our doors in January 1999.

• All People's Fresh Market

  In collaboration with the Mid-Ohio Food Bank, the All People’s Fresh Market offers delicious, fresh produce to everyone, free of charge. We are on track to distribute 2 million pounds of produce this year.

• Youth Development

  During the school year, CD4AP provides an after school program designed to develop young leaders who will ultimately succeed academically, professionally and personally. During the summer months, we provide a Children’s Defense Fund Freedom Schools program, cultivating a love of reading, encouraging high self-esteem, and offering amazing program opportunities.

• First Birthdays

  In collaboration with Nationwide Children’s Hospital, CD4AP hosts quarterly birthday parties celebrating every baby who has reached her/his first birthday during those months. These parties provide fun for babies and their older siblings, door prizes, diapers, and vendor tables with lots of great info and resources available in our community.

• Bikes for All People

  Bikes for All People (B4AP) is a community bicycle shop owned and operated by Church and Community Development for All People (CD4AP). We are committed to providing affordable, reliable and predictable services and support to all bicyclists in our neighborhood and beyond. We operate a full-service bicycle shop that provides sales, service and accessories at affordable prices. While we do sell a selection of new bikes, most of our bikes are donated, refurbished used bikes. Potential volunteers should have experience with repairing and maintaining bikes.