A new Duration Classroom has been opened at the Marie Tallarico Center as Head Start received a grant to provide more services for expanded hours in Keokuk. This classroom will serve 15 children from 3-5 years of age in families with incomes at or below 100% of the federal poverty level. This preschool classroom is open for six hours a…
This year we have had a few people retire and have welcomed on some new management team members. Community Action has around 140 employees and is considered a mid sized agency. Many of our staff have been with the agency for years and are a huge asset. Each year at our annual dinner we recognize those with longevity of service…
Community Action is centered around making a difference in people’s lives. Making a difference can be something that is hard to quantify. ROMA, Results Oriented Management and Accountability, was introduced and expected to be followed at all Community Action Agencies starting in 1994 as a “framework for continuous growth and improvement” as a “performance-based initiative designed to preserve the anti-poverty…
May is Community Action month. This year, 2019, marks the 55th year since the Community Action Network was established to help American families and communities overcome obstacles to poverty. Over 1000 agencies across the country are working every day to create opportunities and transform the lives of their neighbors making communities stronger and helping families across the US thrive. Executive…
Community Action of Southeast Iowa held their spring in-service and annual dinner Thursday April 25th at the Pzazz in Burlington. The dinner was attended by over 140 employees, board members and community partners. At the 53rd annual dinner Sheri Wilson, Executive Director, highlighted Community Action’s impact and community partnerships, their volunteers, and board members. Employees were recognized for their years…
Here are the nominations received for a new board member representing the low-income of Louisa county on the board of Community Action of Southeast Iowa. Louisa county residents (especially those of low income) are encouraged to participate in the election. Votes may be cast at the Louisa County Community Action Center at 202 E Access Street, Columbus Junction IA 52738…
We are looking for someone who would be interested in serving on our board as a representative of those with low income in Louisa County. Qualifications: Interested parties must live in Louisa County. They need to be an individual with whom poverty has touched their life in a way that they are able to represent those currently in poverty. They…
In commemoration of Martin Luther King Jr all locations will be closed on Monday January 21, 2019. Read some more about Dr Martin Luther King Jr’s philosophy, life and legacy from The King Center. All locations will also be closed on President’s Day, February 18, 2019.
Marcia Munford has been a champion of children and low income families for 41 years with Community Action of Southeast Iowa. As the Head Start Director she has influenced and affected positive change in our communities. Please join us as we celebrate her dedication, achievements and retirement with drinks and appetizers at the Drake from 4-7pm on Tuesday January 15,…
All locations closed December 24 & 25 and January 1, 2019