Community Action Agency

In 1964 President Lyndon B. Johnson declared a “War on Poverty” and created Community Action Agencies through the Economic Opportunity Act. The Jackson-Hillsdale Commission on Economic Opportunity opened its doors in 1965 to serve those counties, while Community Action was established in Adrian to serve Lenawee County. The two organizations merged in 1974, incorporating as Region II Community Action Agency, serving Jackson, Lenawee and Hillsdale counties. Over the years Community Action Agency has made an enormous impact in the tri-county area. We are proud to have been instrumental in bringing several programs to the area, such as: Head Start, Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), VITA, Housing Assistance for at-risk or homeless citizens, Individual Development Account Program (IDA), Weatherization Assistance, Residential Lead Remediation, Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF), and many more. Throughout our 60+ years, we continue to advocate for social and economic opportunity for everyone.

We provide an equitable and inclusive local approach to support individuals, families, and communities in reaching their full potential through impactful collaboration, education, programs, advocacy, and leadership. Our efforts are primarily focused on 5 target areas: Housing, Education, Employment, Community Development, and Health & Nutrition. Our service area includes the Michigan counties of Jackson, Lenawee, and Hillsdale.