Mission

The Georgetown Cultural Citizen Memorial Association (GCCMA) exists to educate, preserve, and celebrate African American history and culture.  GCCMA fulfils its mission by partnering with religious, educational, civic and other organizations to provide for the youth of all citizens in Georgetown, Texas.

Vision

GCCMA will remain the recognized leader and key resources for promoting the rich and varied heritage of African Americans by providing programs for youth and all citizens in Georgetown, Texas.

History

GCCMA was founded in 1975 and was first organized as the caretakers for the Afro-American Citizens Memorial Garden Cemetery, established 1906 and later reorganized in 1982 with the same purpose.

Some of the past objectives have included, but not limited to:

• Youth Events
• Annual Black History Banquet
• Juneteenth Celebrations
• Helping Hands Tutoring
• Community Outreach Interests

GCCMA is a non-profit organization sustained primarily by private donations, city grants and fundraisers.  Therefore, organization and community volunteers are essential for the future success of the organization.

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This brochure includes a brief description of the major programs in which the GCCMA are involved.