The Community Action Promise
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 we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other.
O A C A A
Ohio Association of Community Action Agencies
When the War on Poverty was declared in 1964, communities across the country rallied together to stand on the front lines and help their neighbors in need. The result: the development of Community Action Agencies. It was fifty years ago when the Economic Opportunity Act was signed by President Johnson and today, fifty agencies serving all of Ohio’s 88 counties continue to fight the war to alleviate poverty, help people, and change lives. The Ohio Association of Community Action Agencies (OACAA) and Ohio Community Action Training Organization (OCATO), the training arm of OACAA, aim to support local agencies by raising awareness of poverty in Ohio, sharing the successes of low-income families and individuals across the state, and by providing training and technical assistance to Community Action Agencies. The Board of Trustees, comprised of twenty-three Community Action professionals from six districts, guides the association in its efforts to support local agencies and provide relevant, meaningful training and technical assistance to our network. As you read through this report, you will see the tremendous strength and commitment throughout the network and learn more of the various programs being administered. On behalf of the board, I wish to thank each staff member, volunteer, partner, funder, community supporter and customer who contributes to our network’s successes each day.
Tom Reed President, Board of Trustees
Community Action is as unique to each community, as poverty is to the individuals or families who struggle every day. While the mission of alleviating poverty remains the same, programs are locally driven to meet the needs of their neighbors in need. The Community Services Block Grant (CSBG), the umbrella funding for all CAAs, strengthens agencies’ opportunities to leverage funding to not only meet the basic needs of low-income people but to increase their likelihood of long-term success. Programs help overcome employment barriers, housing obstacles, and more to stabilize a family or individual and allow them to better help themselves. The latest information survey for Ohio’s Community Action Agencies reports that nearly 800,000 low-income individuals were assisted with programs ranging from emergency food and shelter to education, health care, and homeownership. Over 144,000 children received early education services to prepare them for kindergarten and to start off their education with a solid foundation and joy of learning. And through 206 newly completed community development projects, 242,916 people were served, which not only increased their stability but strengthened their communities. OACAA’s mission is to strengthen the Community Action network in Ohio with comprehensive and relevant training and advocacy for issues related to overcoming poverty. Community Action works in part due to the innovative thinking behind the scenes by staff, board members, volunteers and community partners. The drive in this network to help others by providing a hand-up and not a handout invests in the people we serve, the communities in which we grow, and the country in which we live. We are proud of this network, of the people served and of their successes in life. We hope this year’s annual report not only demonstrates that pride but also encourages your continued support and partnership.
Philip E. Cole Executive Director
TODAY
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18,375
people met a housing related goal by obtaining, maintaining or saving for a home
100,461 people received
5,584
assistance with transportation
people received employment training or support
3,582
people increased their income
313,540 people received emergency utility assistance
720,926 people
received immunizations, well-visits, medical and/or dental care
9,451
people received tax preparation assistance and/or tax credits
223,629
received emergency medical care, transportation, clothing and/or food
31,301
youth and/or parents received social or emotional care and support
1 4 4,20 9
children received early education and/or intervention services and were prepared for kindergarten
1,298
206
people were assisted with budget management training or were enrolled in an IDA program.
20,569 volunteers
community development projects were completed serving people
242,916
gave
1,268,743
hours of their time
"I finally felt a sense of refielf "
I would just like to thank Community Action for giving me hope when I had none. " -- Mindee
Local 4% State 4%
Agency Funding Breakdown
Total for all Ohio Community Action Agencies*
Federal State Local Private
Private 12%
$388,842,990 $18,956,143 $19,279,920 $56,008,083
Total Resources
Federal, 80%
$483,087,136
Federal Funding Breakdown
Total for all Ohio Community Action Agencies*
Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Dept. of Health & Human Services (HHS) Dept. of Housing & Urban Dev. (HUD) Dept. of Energy (DOE) Dept. of Labor (DOL) Dept. of Transportation (DOT) Dept. of Agriculture (USDA) Other
Total Federal Resources
$25,320,710 $291,037,569 $18,595,688 $6,373,195 $17,096,242 $6,783,620 $17,286,979 $6,348,987 $388,842,990
DOT, 2% DOE, 2% Other, 2% DOL, 4% USDA, 4% HUD, 5%
CSBG 6%
HHS, 75%
OACAA/OCATO Summary Statement of Activities Revenue Expenses
1/1/2014 through 12/31/2014, unaudited
$1,698,373 $1,649,771
Assets 1/1/2014 Assets 12/31/2014 Change in Assets
$448,627 $497,229 $48,602
OACAA/OCATO Balance Sheet
Assets:
1/1/2014 through 12/31/2014, unaudited
Cash Grants Receivable Accounts Receivable & Prepaids Total Assets:
$498,086 $188,208 $8,254 $694,548
Liabilities: Accounts Payable Accrued, Payroll Related Deferred Revenue
$87,593 $21,191 $88,535
Total Liabilities:
$197,319
Net Assets:
$497,229
Total Net Assets & Liabilities:
$694,548
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