Disasters have been declared for Des Moines and Lee County: Online applications, more information, and links to the governor’s proclamations can be found here: https://homelandsecurity.iowa.gov/assistance/ Iowa Individual Disaster Assistance Grant Program (IIAGP) offers grants to families whose household’s annual income is at 200% or less of the federal poverty level ($29,160 for a household of one, $60,000 for a household…
From Iowa Health and Human Services (HHS): Beginning July 1, 2023, Iowa Departments of Aging, Human Rights, Early Childhood Iowa, Iowa Child Advocacy Board and Volunteer Iowa joined the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (Iowa HHS) as the new organizational structure for state government went into effect. As part of this transition, Iowa HHS is working to ensure…
Iowans have an opportunity to inspect and comment on Iowa’s proposed Federal Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) State Plan and Application. The purpose of the federal CSBG Program is to provide assistance to states and local communities, working through a network of community action agencies and other neighborhood-based organizations, for the reduction of poverty, revitalization of low-income…
There are different ways to measure poverty. It can be confusing with different levels of poverty, different ways it is calculated, and the way different programs use different amounts. This longer article explains some of those factors, the pros and cons of the different measures, and has several links for more information. https://www.childtrends.org/publications/knowing-the-strengths-and-limitations-of-poverty-measures-can-help-us-better-understand-poverty https://cms.childtrends.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/povertymeasures_childtrends_may2023.pdf
What is a Paint-A-Thon? It’s a community coming together to beautify the homes of people who want their place to look better, but just don’t have the resources to do it. Many organizations, businesses, faith groups, non-profits, and individual volunteers support this effort. Homeowners adore the program, are super grateful, and take even more pride in their homes. Neighbors love…
Community Action of Southeast Iowa is requesting bids for the following busses which we have for sale. Busses will all be sold “As Is, Where Is”. Interested parties may inspect busses by appointment by contacting Matthew LeClere at 319-753-0193. Condition of the vehicles may vary. Interested parties should submit bids for one, any, or all vehicles listed by June 1,…
What is Poverty? Was poverty eliminated during the War on Poverty? No.Was it dramatically reduced? Absolutely. From 1959 to 1973 the overall rate of poverty was cut in half, from 22.4 percent in 1959, to 11.1 percent in 1973. Likewise, poverty for children was dramatically reduced, from 27.3 percent to 14.4 percent. The 1960’s were a span of time where…
We’re selling tickets! Purchase them at our Central Office in Burlington (2850 Mt Pleasant St Suite 108) or with an agency employee on the Wellness Committee or Public Relations Committee. Proceeds go to the Community Action of Southeast Iowa Public Relations & Wellness Committees. The Public Relations Committee supports the agency in purchasing giveaway items with the agency logo on…
Join us this May as we highlight Community Action, spread awareness, celebrate a rich history, and press onward in our mission. 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…
Our Public Relations Committee is selling 10 inch hanging baskets for $15 each. There are five to choose from: Details: Much of our agency funding is regulated to what we can spend it on. This funding allows us to spend small amounts towards supporting public relations for our agency. This may include ads, logo items/swag, employee gifts, and more.