Community Action Agencies face growing expectations while navigating an increasingly complex environment. Pathways to Excellence provides a roadmap for continuous improvement — helping agencies strengthen capacity and build resilience for whatever comes next.

NCAP is now enrolling agencies across all four tiers. Enrollment for Fall 2026 Silver and Gold cohorts closes July 24.

  • Bronze — Build a strong foundation in the Standards of Excellence
  • Silver — Deepen your knowledge and strengthen assessment practices alongside peers
  • Gold — Take a comprehensive look at agency-wide performance through a full self-study
  • Platinum — Earn Community Action’s highest recognition for organizational performance

Whether you’re just getting started or pursuing the Award for Excellence, there’s a Pathways tier designed to meet your agency where it is today.

Click here to learn more.

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