CCSC History
In what year was CCSC incorporated?
1980
How many cultural values does CCSC have?
Six
When is orientation for all Workforce Development services?
Friday mornings from 9:00 - 10:00
How much does it cost to sponsor a Back to School student, providing grade-appropriate school supplies, a new backpack, and a clothing gift card?
$75/student
How many zip codes are served by both CCSC Emergency Services locations?
29
Name two of the first three programs created by CCSC to help Houstonians in need
Emergency Services
Jingle Bell Express
Operation Sunshine Meals
What does ecumenical mean?
Promoting or tending toward Christian unity or cooperation
What is the newest Workforce Development / JobNet service offering?
ESL Classes
2 Beginner and 2 Intermediate classes in 2025 with 28 graduates so far!
How many children do we hope to serve at this year's Jingle Bell Express event?
2,500 children
How many 5-day food packages can a household receive in a 6 month period?
6 food packages
What was the original event that has now become the Azalea Gala?
5K run
What year was the CCSC Cultural Values statement initially adopted?
2014
How old must you be to participate in Workforce Development programs?
17
How many volunteers served at Back to School this year?
535
How many people in a household can CCSC assist at once?
All people in the household
How many Executive Directors/CEO's has CCSC had?
4
What year were the CCSC Cultural Values amended?
2023
Where is the newest location for our Martha's Way program?
St. Austin Center on S. Wayside Dr.
Which age group has the greatest need for JBE gifts?
Greatest need is for boy items in the 11 - 15 age category
What are the service hours for Emergency Services-Central and Emergency Services-Southwest?
Central: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Southwest: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Name the visionary who founded CCSC
J. Dean Robinson
Name three of the CCSC Cultural Values
We are mission-focused
We integrate principles of business and faith
We are compassionate
We are volunteer-based
We treat all people with dignity and respect
We are ecumenical
Which Workforce Development program had the oldest graduate of 2025?
Home Caregiver Training had an 82-year-old graduate.
(She had perfect attendance and upon graduation was going to pursue a career providing health services to youth.)
During the 2024-2025 school year, 525 students received a comprehensive vision exam at the University of Houston Eye Institute. What percentage of those students received glasses?
96.5% of those students received glasses (507 students)
Name two of the three types of documents required for Emergency Services qualifications
Photo ID with legal name and date of birth for each adult in the household
Birth certificate or ID with legal name and date of birth for each child
Current proof of address (utility bill, service bill, insurance or award letter dated within the last 30 - 60 days, showing name and zip code)