Civitan was founded in Birmingham, Alabama in 1917. Its founder and first president was Dr. Courtney W. Shropshire, a prominent Birmingham physician.
Civitan International is a worldwide community service organization of men, women, and teenagers in 29 countries on four continents joining together to perform community service projects.
Civitan provides opportunities for personal and professional growth through teamwork.
Civitan emphasizes helping people with developmental disabilities. However, Civitan clubs perform a variety of service projects that address the unique needs of their communities.
Civitan International World Headquarters are located in Birmingham, Alabama and provides numerous support services to clubs.
Civitan’s most recognizable fund-raising program is the Civitan Candy Box Project. The project is serviced by volunteers, and all net proceeds benefit people with disabilities.