Tag: Community Action Agency
Reflections on the State of the Union 2016
By Rae Tamblyn, Research and Communications Analyst In his final State of the Union, President Barack Obama reflected on the major achievements of his administration, and highlighted areas that will continue to challenge us to do better. Access to Economic Opportunity: While no longer devastated by a major recession, it is essential that “we give everyone a fair shot at opportunity and
Community Action Agencies Work to Alleviate Energy Burden and Unsafe Housing
By Quinton Young, Program Assistant Community Action Agencies (CAAs) work across the United States and its territories to alleviate the causes and conditions of poverty in communities. Through the Community Service Block Grant (CSBG) and other grants, these agencies have the flexibility to provide innovative, flexible, and responsive programs and services to address the needs in their
READ MORESpotlight: Community Action Works to Ensure Year-Round Access to Healthy Meals and Skills Development Opportunities
By Rae Tamblyn, Research and Communications Analyst, NASCSP Community Action Agencies (CAAs) across the country know that hunger is a year-round problem that affects one in six Americans. Nutrition impacts the health and well-being of individuals as well as the economic security of the entire community. The consequences of hunger spread through every aspect of life and across the socioeconomic
Reflections on a Powerful Community Action Convention
By Rae Tamblyn, Research and Communications Analyst, NASCSP NASCSP was so pleased to be part of the CAP 2015 Annual Convention. What a powerful conference! The energy and passion was practically electric as the welcoming session unfolded. Robert Garcia of ACF, and Jeannie Chaffin, Director of OCS, welcomed us all along with representatives from our host region. Head Start Director Dr.
READ MORECommunity Action Agencies Collaborate with Clients and Community to Respond to Affordable Housing Crisis
-- by Quinton Young, Program Assistant -- The affordable housing crisis facing the nation is rapidly spiraling out of control. Given the large income disparities facing families and individuals across the country, more and more people are facing skyrocketing housing prices and a stagnant wage. Affordable housing plays a large role in the ability of low-income families to move towards a
