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This is the year President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Economic Opportunity Act, launching the War on Poverty.
1964
Who is the Executive Director of MVCAA?
Amy Turner
What is MVCAA's tagline?
Helping People, Changing Lives, Ending Poverty
The first Community Action Agencies were established under this act.
Economic Opportunity Act of 1964
This state association was created in 1987 to provide New York State Community Action Agencies with information, professional development, and technical assistance.
Hint: NYSCAA
New York State Community Action Association (NYSCAA)
In this month, Community Action Agencies across the U.S. celebrate Community Action Month.
May
Who is the HR Director at MVCAA?
Sarah Sandore
What counties does MVCAA serve?
Oneida & Herkimer Counties
BONUS: Madison (only HS and FGP)
This federal program, launched in 1976, helps low-income households save money by making their homes more energy efficient.
Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)
This national network supports CAAs through training and advocacy.
Hint: NCAP
National Community Action Partnership (NCAP)
When was MVCAA established?
1966
He declared the "War on Poverty."
President Lyndon B. Johnson
How many Community Action Access Points does MVCAA operate?
Three! Ilion, Utica, and Rome
This federal program, created in 1981, helps families afford heating and cooling costs.
LIHEAP (Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program)
This professional certification for Community Action leaders shows strong knowledge of the movement and commitment to ending poverty.
Hint: CCAP
Certified Community Action Professional (CCAP)
Community Action turned 60 years old in this recent year.
2024
Who is the Board Chair at MVCAA?
Dave Mathis
What is MVCAA's annual operating budget?
~$18 million
This law signed in 2021 during the COVID-19 pandemic included emergency funding for CSBG and LIHEAP.
American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)
This block grant is the backbone of funding for Community Action Agencies.
Community Services Block Grant (CSBG)
This program started in 1981 to help fund Community Action Agencies across the U.S.
CSBG (Community Services Block Grant)
He was the first director of the Office of Economic Opportunity.
Sargent Shriver
What was MVCAA's previous name?
Hint: When it was started
Oneida County Community Action Agency, Inc. (OCCAA)
President Barack Obama’s first acts to help those fighting poverty was signing this act.
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act
Who is the federal advocate (501c4) for the national network of Community Action Agencies?
Hint: NCAF
National Community Action Foundation