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About Us
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About Us Community Action of Minneapolis began in 1976 under the governance of the Minneapolis City Council. This organization, known as the Minneapolis Community Action Agency (MCAA), worked as part of the city to create and support programs to eliminate poverty in Minneapolis. These programs were in the areas of weatherization, energy assistance, self-sufficiency, clothing and commodities distribution. In 1982, the agency reorganized itself under a Tri-Sectoral Board, bringing together representatives from the low-income community, private sector and public arena to make joint decisions concerning the actions and policies of MCAA. On January 1, 1994, MCAA became Community Action of Minneapolis, a private non-profit agency. The first day of business as Community Action of Minneapolis was January 3, 1994. Community Action of Minneapolis is recognized as an innovator that uses technology, creative problem solving, and knowledgeable leadership to ensure delivery of quality, caring and culturally sensitive programs and services. Our staff are leaders in promoting ongoing open dialogues including community action agencies, public officials, schools, churches, employers, and people who live in poverty, about poverty and its impact on communities. Community Action of Minneapolis’ vision includes the availability and accessibility to affordable housing for people with low incomes. Unemployment will be down, mental health will be improved and stress levels will be down. The quality of life will be up! Community Action of Minneapolis is leading the way in dealing with poverty in a holistic way, and fostering healthy families and productive communities. |