WHO WE ARE
Defending Faith, Family, and Freedom at the Local Level
Citizens Defending Freedom (CDF) equips and empowers citizens, churches, and communities to preserve freedom, uphold constitutional principles, and advance biblical truth in every sphere of American life.
We provide the tools, training, resources, and support needed to help Americans engage effectively at the local level and restore self-governance to the people.
Our Mission
To equip and empower American citizens to stand for and preserve freedom for themselves and future generations by resolving breaches of liberty through local awareness, local light, and local action. We further seek to educate Americans on the value of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and its influence on America's founding.
WHY WE EXIST
We believe the rights and liberties enjoyed by Americans originate not from government, but from God, as affirmed in the Declaration of Independence and protected by the Constitution and Bill of Rights.
As these freedoms face increasing challenges, informed and engaged citizens remain the strongest safeguard of liberty. Lasting change begins at the local level, in our churches, schools, communities, and local governments.
CDF exists to equip everyday Americans with trusted resources, practical tools, and strategic support so they can effectively engage in the issues impacting their communities.
Focused efforts at the local level
The fight to preserve freedom begins locally.
Through state and national collaboration, CDF provides citizens and churches with the resources, training, research, and support necessary to create lasting change within their communities.
Our local-first approach combines grassroots engagement with national expertise, equipping individuals and organizations to take informed, effective action where they live and serve.
HOW WE WORK
EDUCATE
We develop research, reports, and educational resources that expose local challenges and provide citizens with accurate, actionable information.
EQUIP
We create toolkits, training, and practical resources that prepare citizens, churches, and leaders to respond effectively.
ACTIVATE
We empower individuals and communities to engage locally through advocacy, civic participation, and strategic action.
DEFEND
Through trusted partnerships and support networks, we help communities protect constitutional liberties and uphold foundational freedoms.
PARTNERING WITH CHURCHES
CDF is committed to engaging and equipping pastors and congregations to become effective ambassadors for Christ within their communities.
Through our Faith In Action Ministry, we utilize a proven four-step process consisting of Connect, Reveal, Equip, and Activate to help churches understand local challenges, engage their congregations, and take meaningful action rooted in biblical truth.
By strengthening churches and equipping believers, we are mobilizing the Body of Christ to influence culture and governance at the local level.
