We were born out of an idea that our community could be a reflection of the generations of proud, hard-working men and women who have called Smoketown home, that it could once again be a neighborhood of choice, and that it could be place of opportunity for residents and all Louisvillians alike.
Bates CDC was incorporated in 1996 and established as a 501(c)3 organization to engage in a wide range of community development activities and the provision of social services for the purposes of combating blight and deterioration in the Louisville metropolitan area and contribute to the advancement of community life. From the beginning, the goals and objectives of the organization have been to give reasonable promise that a stable environment will be created in the neighborhood by providing education opportunities for children and their parents, offering services including counseling and life skills training and developing low to moderate income housing for rental or sale. Our programs and activities are designed to remain consistent with our purposes of creating a stable environment in the neighborhood.
Smoketown was the birthplace of the Greatest. And its brightest days are still ahead.
We're proud of what we've accomplished but eager to do more
How Our Programs & Services Have Helped
Josiah is more willing to read
and picks up a book on his own and reads for leisure now. I am very pleased with his progress.
Carla W.I thought the camp was great!
My son was leery of going to a camp where he knew no one, but he REALLY ENJOYED IT! The teachers and staff were very caring, thoughtful, and intentional.
De Anna G.This is his second time in the summer program.
I see more confidence, and he is expressing himself more. He loves the staff. Thank you for your time and patience.
Tangie S.My son has math confidences now!
Thanks for keeping my children safe. The staff is wonderful! A smile goes a long way! They smiled at the kids all the time.
Victoria C.
