Former Head Start Student Becomes Dedicated Community Action Staff, Pens “I Love School!” as a “Thank You Note to Head Start”

Lifelong learner Marie Janelle Carter made a career out of living and teaching the transformative power of early childhood education while wondering if sharing her story would inspire others to follow in her footsteps; her debut children’s book made that wish a reality. Marie’s passion for learning was instilled in her at a young age, strengthened by the Head Start …

In the Eye of Chaos: Bridges Community Action Partnership’s Heroic Response to Tornado Disaster

In the aftermath of a tornado that left a trail of devastation and loss, Bridges Community Action Partnership (Bridges) rallied unwavering support to offer a unified and dedicated response to meet new community needs. On the evening of March 14, 2024, a tornado that the National Weather Service later designated as EF3 tore through the Indian Lake region, claiming three …

Annual Report Social Media Toolkit, 2021

For nearly 60 years, Community Action has battled the war on poverty at the national, state, and local level. The Ohio Community Action Network continues that fight by addressing the needs of Ohioans in their communities and empowering them toward self-sufficiency. The 2021 Annual Report highlights a few of the many achievements of Ohio Community Action Agencies and their customers—from …

Ashtabula County Community Action Agency Weatherization Event: A Frightening Success!

Ashtabula County Community Action Agency’s (ACCAA) recent Halloween-themed weatherization event was a treat for families who were made aware of the program that can help them overcome all the tricks the winter season has in store. To celebrate national Weatherization Day, ACCAA held a free community Truck R’ Treat event on October 29. The event included prize drawings, games, seasonal …

HARCATUS Youth Employment Services Program Earns Ohio Treasurer COMPASS Award

HARCATUS Tri-County Community Action Organization’s Youth Employment Services (Y.E.S.) program was one of two organizations honored with the August 2022 Compass Award. Launched in January of 2020, the Compass Awards issued by Ohio Treasurer Robert Sprague aim to highlight Ohioans and Ohio organizations working to advance financial literacy and spur empowerment, per the Ohio Treasurer’s website. HARCATUS is one of …

Great Lakes Community Action Partnership CEO Invited to White House Inflation Reduction Act Celebration

From Fremont to Washington D.C., Great Lakes Community Action Partnership (GLCAP)’s President/Chief Executive Officer Ruthann House was recently invited by the White House to attend an event commemorating the passing of the Inflation Reduction Act. The event, which took place on September 13 on the White House Lawn, was attended by committee chairs, legislators, activists, and advocators ­­like House, whose …

NOCAC Helps Family Secure Life-changing Surgery

Those who meet four-year-old Shallus—now a bouncing gymnast and music lover—might not believe that just two months ago he struggled with debilitating mouth infections. “He would wake up multiple times [at night] crying,” Shallus’ mother Anais Beatty said. “I’d be up with him giving him medicine.” The pain from his mouth infections also frequently prevented Shallus from attending a full-day …

Community Action Head Start Parent turned Site Supervisor Celebrates 30 years with Agency

From a Head Start classroom volunteer to a Site Supervisor, Sue Beadnell, mother of 4 and grandmother of 12, reflects on her accomplished career in Community Action as she celebrates her 30th anniversary with the Community Action Agency of Columbiana County (CAACC). Beadnell’s Community Action journey began in 1992 when she enrolled her youngest daughter in the local Head Start …

Annual Report Toolkit, 2018

For over 55 years, Community Action Networks in Ohio have worked at the local level to make an impact for all our low- and moderate-income neighbors. Alongside a nationwide networking of helping people in 99% of America’s counties Community Action has made a difference, created opportunities, and partnered with our customers to walk their path to self-sufficiency. With the release …