ABOUT US
Mid-East Community
Action Agency
WHAT ARE COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCIES (CAAS)?
Community Action Agencies (CAAs) are local, nonprofit organizations dedicated to helping individuals and families overcome the challenges of poverty and achieve lasting stability.
Founded as part of the War on Poverty in the 1960s, CAAs provide a wide range of supportive services tailored to meet the unique needs of the communities they serve. These services may include:
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Emergency utility assistance
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Early childhood education through programs like Head Start
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Food programs, transportation, and housing support
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Senior services
At their core, CAAs believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive. By working directly with people in need, CAAs empower individuals and strengthen entire communities.
OUR MISSION
Mid-East Community Action Agency (MECAA) will partner with the community to strengthen individuals and families through social service ​programs to increase stability and resiliency.
OUR VISION
An agency who believes in improving the quality of life and creating healthy communities.
OUR VALUES
Empowerment
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Helping people gain the tools, knowledge, and confidence to improve their lives.
Equity & Inclusion
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Ensuring fair access to resources and decision-making for all, especially underserved communities.
Compassion
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Treating every individual with dignity, respect, and understanding.
Community Engagement
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Working alongside communities to develop local solutions to local problems.​​