Central Florida Community Action Agency, I nc. 2017 Annual Meeting & Community Luncheon
About Us Central Florida Community Action Agency (CFCAA) is a private, nonprofit, community-based organization whose PURPOSE IS TO REDUCE POVERTY AND HELP LOW- INCOME INDIVIDUALS BECOME SELF-SUFFICIENT in Alachua, Levy, and Marion counties.
Mission Statement Central Florida Community Action Agency is committed to helping people strengthen their lives through community partnerships.
Our Programs and Services Born out of the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964 and incorporated in 1981, CFCAA currently offers the following programs: – Raising & Improving Self-Sufficiency Expectations Program – Weatherization Assistance Program – Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program
The Promise of Community Action Community Action changes people’s lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities, and makes America a better place to live. We care about the entire community and are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other.
CFCAA I mpact – 2015/ 2016 4,921 families received utility assistance to prevent loss of electric or gas service.
CFCAA I mpact – 2015/ 2016 464 clients obtained certificate/diploma or completed post-secondary education program.
CFCAA I mpact – 2015/ 2016 103 clients and their families were helped to obtain or maintain stable & affordable housing.
CFCAA I mpact – 2015/ 2016 CFCAA partnered with 71 other agencies or organizations during the year in order to provide our clients with access to a wide range of supportive services.
CFCAA I mpact – 2015/ 2016 62 clients and their families received transportation assistance to attend school, interviews, or work.
CFCAA I mpact – 2015/ 2016 59 homes were weatherized, resulting in an average reduction of 15% in their heating & cooling costs.
CFCAA I mpact – 2015/ 2016 52 youth received Summer Program Scholarships to maintain skills learned during the school year.
Our Board of Directors It is a requirement for Community Action Agencies to maintain a tripartite board of directors representing the Public, Private and Community (low-income) Sectors. The following dedicated volunteers fulfill these roles for CFCAA: Alena Lawson, Chair (Alachua County) Marlon Gayle, Vice Chair (Levy County) Scot Quintel, Treasurer (Marion County) Eddie Jean Williams, Secretary (Levy County) VACANT (Levy County) Ernestine Butler (Alachua County) Cheryl Martin (Marion County) Katrice Graham (Alachua County) LaShandra Lightsey (Marion County)
PROGRAM SUCCESS – Raising & I mproving Self-Sufficiency Expectations Mandy LaRoy, Former CFCAA Family Development Specialist Taryn Holden, R.I.S.E. Participant Frederick Brown, R.I.S.E. Participant Migdalia Cruz, R.I.S.E. Participant Taylor Whittier, R.I.S.E. Participant Racheal Washington, CFCAA Family Development Specialist (L - R)
SUCCESS STORI ES – Raising & I mproving Self-Sufficiency Expectations 2016 R.I.S.E. Participant Incarcerated for 12 years ; on successful track to completion of barbering license and enrollment in college…
SUCCESS STORI ES – Raising & I mproving Self-Sufficiency Expectations R.I.S.E. Participant Mother and child were homeless, staying on the street; obtained employment with State of Florida and enrolled in BA program.
SUCCESS STORI ES – Raising & I mproving Self-Sufficiency Expectations R.I.S.E. Participant Battled with substance abuse and homelessness at a young age; graduated and obtained state certification in nursing, making $20 per hour .
SUCCESS STORY - Weatherization 2015 Before Weatherization 2016 After Weatherization Central HVAC System Replacement reduced cooling & heating costs by 31%
THANK YOU!!! Vernon McQueen, Duke Energy Program Manager Alena Lawson, CFCAA Board Chair Charles Harris, CFCAA CEO Steve Kay, CFCAA Director of Weatherization & Housing Initiatives (L - R)
DONATE TODAY If you are interested in making a tax-deductible donation in the future, please donate by mail or visit www.cfcaa.org Please make checks or money orders payable to CFCAA and mail to: Central Florida Community Action Agency, I nc. ATTN: Fiscal Department 411 N Main Street - Suite 210 Gainesville, FL 32601 Central Florida Community Action Agency (CFCAA), Inc., is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization. No goods or services are provided in exchange for donations.
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