Clifford's Gift is a  501(c)(3) non-profit organization that was started in 2004 with the fundamental philosophy of assisting individuals who are homeless. We have been fortunate enough to touch the lives of thousands of people and have given hope and help to those in need. Thank you for the generosity and kindness you have selflessly donated to others.

 

                             

Our Mission:

Our mission is to provide a comprehensive response to the homelessness problem and to provide numerous supportive services through community outreach and awareness. As President of Clifford’s Gift, I strongly believe that Clifford’s Gift, with your help, can make a difference in our communities. The sole purpose of this organization is to assist those in need. People are homeless for so many different reasons and the numbers continue to increase every year. Clifford’s Gift is a small public charity that feels compelled to to serve others. We have a simplistic approach to assist those who need it while reaping the rewards on a personal rather than financial level.

 

                                                                            

Board of Directors:


 

Elizabeth DeRosa, President: Elizabeth received a Bachelors and Masters Degree in Social Work from East Carolina University and Temple University. She has worked in shelter settings as a residential counselor, case manager and social service director. Her professional career has been spent working with and for people that are homeless. She started Clifford's Gift in 2004.

 

 

Catherine Wells, Secretary: Rosie started her own company in 2002 that encompasses bookkeeping and tax preparations for local businesses in Charleston, South Carolina. She received a Bachleor's Degree in Corporate Commincations with a double minor in Business Administration and African Studies from the College of Charleston in 1997.  She lives in Charleston, South Carolina with her family.

 

 

James Clifford, Jr., Member:  Jamie has spent his professional career in the financial services industry and lives with his family in Charleston, South Carolina. He has been involved with Crises Ministries serving food to the areas less fortunate. In 2002 he established The Alex Fund which provides direct cash donations to the Medical University of Charleston with proceeds benefiting The Pediatric Heart Center. Jamie graduated from The University of Alabama with a degree in Business Administration. Jamie is the author of 3 published books and is affiliated with numerous coin collection associations.

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Frank DeRosa, Member: Frank has spent his professional career in the field of Human Resources. He currently works for JPMorgan Chase and has worked for The Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company, Mars Inc., PricewaterhouseCoopers, Wachovia and Sears.  Frank has been involved in raising money for Leukemia & Lymphoma research and has been an active contributor to the United Way. He is a graduate of The Catholic University of America and earned his Masters in Business Administration from Kennesaw State University.
 

 

Kristine Lilly, Member: Kristine recently retired from Professional soccer after 23 years as a member of the United States Women's National Soccer Team.  She has won 2 Olympic Gold Medals and 2 World Cup Championships. In 2005 Kristine teamed up with The Special Olympics to host an annual fundraiser dinner called," The Lilly Awards" to recognize extraordinary women in the state of Connecticut and help raise money for Special Olympics. She is currently a board member for TRIAD TRUST which provides educational hope and AIDS awareness to the people of Africa. She graduated from The University of North Carolina with a Degree in Communications.  She lives in Massachussetts with her husband and two daughters.

www.kristinelilly13.com

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