May is Community Action Month

Join us this May as we highlight Community Action, spread awareness, celebrate a rich history, and press onward in our mission.

• Take a look at our 2023 May Calendar or the National Partnership’s May Calendar
• We’ll be sending out short weekly e-newsletters. Sign up or look at past issues here:
  • https://caofseia.org/newsletter-sign-up/
• Take a virtual tour of our locations:
  • Burlington Locations
  • Eichacker Center in Fort Madison
  • Tolson Center in Mt Pleasant
  • Marie Tallarico Center in Keokuk
• Read a local news story about us:
  • Daily Gate City: Community Action Month shines light on 50 years of service
  • Daily Gate City: Food for Thought: Community Action of Southeast Iowa
  • Tri States Public Radio: Utility Assistance Programs Open to Southeast Iowa Residents
• Coordinate your wardrobe with us on Thursdays:
  • Print and hang this flyer to remind you of Dress Up Days
    • May 4^th – Star War’s/Maroon Day
    • May 11^th – Western Day – cowboy hats, boots, bandanas, etc.
    • May 18^th – Hat Day
    • May 25^th – Team Day – sports, superheroes, etc.
  • Look at pictures from 2022 in our Google Photo Album for Community Action Month   
  • Email us selfies or group pictures and we may share them out: Community.Action@caofseia.org
• Take Action and Mayk Someone’s Day:
  • Donate money – Securely online, on our Facebook post, or create a Facebook Fundraiser, or do an in person donation drive.
  • Donate things – See our “I Can Help” webpage for ideas on helpful items for our food and hygiene pantries in every county.
  • Spread the word about Community Action – Share our website or our Facebook on your personal page or in a group you’re in. Tell a friend, neighbor, or coworker about us.
  • Volunteer your time and talents – contact your local center or central office for opportunities.
• Relax and do some coloring of the Huggy Heart
• Take a picture with our Community Action love sign
• Follow us on Facebook
  • Use hashtags on your posts that relate:
    • #CommunityAction #CommunityActionWorks #BeCommunityAction #HelpingPeopleChangingLives
• Watch short videos on our YouTube channel
• Share information and resources with others.
• Follow the Iowa Community Action Association on Facebook as they celebrate all 16 Iowa agencies covering all 99 Iowa counties.
• Learn more about us by exploring our website: https://caofseia.org/ or listening to a webinar about Community Action’s History.

Send us pictures to show how you’re joining in celebrating with us and you may be featured on our Facebook page or e-newsletter. Community.Action@caofseia.org or text 319-457-6244

Thank you for your partnership! We couldn’t do what we do without you. Please pass this along and help us spread the news!