Our Heart is in the Hills and Hollows of Tishomingo and Prentiss Counties
The Rural Community Development Agency (RCDA) was chartered by local civic leaders, pastors, and farmers to ensure that when our neighbors face hardship—be it a devastating tornado, food insecurity, or economic slowdown—nobody is left behind.
Our Mission
To cultivate resilient, self-sustaining rural communities across Tishomingo and Prentiss counties through immediate disaster assistance, compassionate food security, and inclusive small business incubation.
Our Vision
A thriving northeast Mississippi where rural families possess safe shelter, abundant fresh nutrition, and the economic opportunity to build generational prosperity at home.
Local Accountability
Over 94 cents of every donated dollar goes directly into community groceries, storm relief hardware, and micro-grants. We are governed by a local volunteer board of directors.
Counties We Proudly Serve
Strategically positioned along the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway and scenic Appalachian foothills.
Tishomingo County, MS
Population ~19,000 | Seat: Iuka
Bordered by Tennessee to the north and Alabama to the east, Tishomingo County is known for its rock bluffs, Pickwick Lake, and close-knit timber and industrial communities. Our central food bank warehouse and disaster dispatch are located in Iuka.
Communities & Municipalities:
Prentiss County, MS
Population ~25,000 | Seat: Booneville
Home to Booneville and Northeast Mississippi Community College, Prentiss County has a rich agricultural, textile, and manufacturing heritage. Our mobile pantry distributions and entrepreneurship workshops take place across Booneville, Baldwyn, and Marietta.
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Join Hands With Your Neighbors
Whether you need emergency help or have time, resources, or skills to give back to Tishomingo and Prentiss counties, we welcome you with open arms.