Governors and state policymakers increasingly recognize the need to build early childhood systems that can weather economic and health crises, such as COVID-19. When state leaders embrace Head Start and Early Head Start as a key community support, children and families benefit from the exemplary comprehensive child and family services Head Start provides in times […]

Join the National Community Action Partnership, National Association for State Community Services Programs (NASCSP), state associations, and state CSBG office staff to learn more about how states can pursue and promote Certified Community Action Professional (CCAP) Certification in 2021 and beyond. Peer states will discuss why CCAP is important to our network, the value of […]

Now is the time to start planning your efforts to highlight the impact that WAP has in your State and local community! Weatherization Day is a fantastic opportunity to shine a spotlight on the WAP across the country. Join CAP, NASCSP and NCAF to access toolkits and resources that may be useful to you, particularly […]

It is estimated that as many as 12 MILLION Americans have not yet received their $1,200 Economic Impact Payment (EIP) to assist with the financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Community Action customers are among the most likely to be in this group because of address changes, non-filing of taxes or a lack of awareness […]

Water and energy program funding has been critical for families impacted by COVID-19. Join in on this national webinar to hear from colleagues in Arizona on how they have risen to the challenge, and are innovating with technology to ensure a more safe and streamlined program model. Register

Organizational Standard 4.6 requires an organization-wide, comprehensive risk assessment to be done every two years and reported to the governing board. While the minimum requirement is the assessment and reporting to the board, it requires action and follow-up by the agency to benefit from the assessment. Join this webinar to learn about meeting this standard, as well as risk management tools, resources, and promising practices to move beyond compliance.

During this time of extreme uncertainty and hardship, people’s main financial concerns are likely immediate and stressful. Practitioners, however, can still support action towards financial wellbeing through meaningful connection to the financial future people want. By bringing a mindset of equity to these conversations, you can reduce anxiety and shame about money to help people […]

Organizational Standard 5.5 requires the governing board or advisory body to meet in accordance with the frequency and quorum requirements, as well as fill board vacancies as set in the bylaws. This standard in particular can often present more of a challenge during times of crisis or inability to meet in-person, such as the COVID-19 Pandemic. Board training and orientation (standards 5.7 and 5.8) can present similar challenges. Many Community Action Agencies (CAAs) have adapted to continue to meet these standards and develop creative strategies to effectively govern during challenging times. Join this webinar to learn more about covering board meetings during COVID-19, including virtual meetings and compliance with open meeting laws – including specific CAA examples.

Join us for a conversation about how the 2020 Census could change Congressional, state, and local electoral districts, and impact our communities for the next decade. Learn more about how you can get involved in the process, so your community is fairly represented. Register

Join us to review the National Community Action Partnership's comments on the interagency Council on Economic Mobility and consider adding your organization's name in support. Register

During this session, participants will hear Garrett County Community Action Committee Inc.'s ARRA story and the ways that it motivated the agency’s shift to service integration and 2Gen/Whole Family Approach initiatives. Additionally, the Garrett County team will share opportunities or areas of pivot that staff are currently considering in the current crisis to inspire other CAAs to be more strategic with their CARES investments. 

Community Action Partnership of Oregon (CAPO) is on the leading edge with launching community solar for households with low incomes. Partnering with CAP Solar, CAPO has been able to raise significant funding from investors and keep rates low for households. This work has taken perseverance and been years in the making. Join in on this session to learn more about how you may be able to take your next step with bringing solar to your community.

Organizational Standard 4.1 states that the Board reviews the organization’s mission statement within the last 5 years and ensures that it addresses poverty and the programs and services of the agency align with it. While the minimum requirement is the review, the Board has a fundamental duty to set the mission and direction of the organization. Join this webinar to learn about meeting this standard, as well as leveraging Strategic Planning (Category 6) and promising practices to move beyond compliance.