Impact and Programs
Accomplishments
Through Head Start and Early Head Start, Energy Assistance, Energy Conservation, Community Housing Development, and the programs of our Community Engagement Department, Community Action Partnership of Ramsey & Washington Counties served more than 24,000 households and nearly 70,000 low-income individuals throughout our geographic service area. The programs provided stability and the tools to equip low-income individuals to exit poverty.
Current Goals
Community Action utilizes a three-year strategic planning process. Following are the strategic plan goals for the 2016 - 2018 period.
Goal I: Strengthen organizational capacity to support operations.
Goal II: Focus resources to address unmet or under-served needs in the community through strategic partnerships (e.g. housing, employment, finance, food, transportation, health, education, and childcare).
Goal III: Build financial security for individuals and families that foster their resiliency and strength.
Goal IV: Strategically align Community Action programs to maximize agency effectiveness and efficiency in serving
people in need.
Goal V: Develop awareness and capacity among policymakers, educators, and community leaders to serve as advocates and champions for significant poverty-related policy issues.
Community or Constituency Served
Individuals and families impacted by poverty in Ramsey, Washington, and Anoka Counties.
Geographic Area Served
Minnesota, North and East Metro: Ramsey County, Washington County, Anoka County
