Community Teamwork is a catalyst for social change. We strengthen communities and reduce poverty by delivering vital services and collaborating with key stakeholders to create housing, education and economic opportunities. Our vision is a community of opportunity where fewer people live in poverty. A future where clients are aware of opportunities available and how to access them so they achieve their potential for economic independence and personal growth. Through teamwork we want the community to be a committed and knowledgeable partner which results in fewer people living in poverty. Community Teamwork wants to exceed client, funder and employee expectations. We want clients, staff and community to be inspired to lead personal and community change.

AgeSpan, formerly Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley and North Shore, is a private nonprofit agency established in 1974 to help people in northeast Massachusetts maintain their highest levels of independence, health, and safety as they age. AgeSpan serves as a trusted resource, connecting people of all ages and abilities and their caregivers with impartial information, quality services, and vigorous advocacy to help them lead fulfilling lives in the community. AgeSpan is a designated federal Area Agency on Aging (AAA), a Massachusetts Aging Service Access Point (ASAP), and elder protective service agency.

Peace Care is a not for profit organization sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace, where we strive to provide high-quality faith-based care to the members of our Jersey City community. Our two facilities, Peace Care St. Ann’s and Peace Care St. Joseph’s, have over 200 years’ combined experience in providing excellent long-term and short-term services for all our residents, including outpatient physical, occupational, and speech therapies, adult day care, and residential care for the aged. We will always make sure that our identity expresses the breadth and depth of what and how we serve our communities, and that we continue to succeed in today’s dynamic healthcare environment.

Southern New Hampshire Services, Inc. (SNHS) is a private non-profit corporation chartered in the State of New Hampshire, May 21, 1965 to serve as the Community Action Agency for Hillsborough County in compliance with the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964. From 1965 through 1969, SNHS was known as the Community Action Agency for Hillsborough County and served the City of Nashua and the twenty-nine towns. In 1969 the organization became the Community Action Agency for the City of Manchester as well. In 1974 the agency’s name was changed to Southern New Hampshire Services, Inc. In July, 2011, Rockingham Community Action (RCA), the Community Action Agency serving Rockingham County, was merged with Southern New Hampshire Services. SNHS had served as the administrative agent for RCA since October, 2008. As a result of this merger SNHS now provides services to residents of both Hillsborough and Rockingham counties. As a Community Action Agency, it is SNHS’ purpose to provide social service programs and advocacy activities for the economically disadvantaged, elderly, youth and other specialized populations in the organization’s service area. SNHS operates 64 programs, contracting with the Federal, State and local governments as well as other social service agencies and private entities. The programs offered include Child Care, Early Head Start, Head Start, Women Infants and Children (WIC) Nutrition Program, Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP), Energy Assistance, Weatherization, Asset Development, Supportive Housing for the Homeless, Homelessness Prevention programs, Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), as well as several initiatives under the Workforce Investment Act. Supported by City of Portsmouth and U.S. Housing and Urban Development Community Development Block Grant Program.

The Opportunity Alliance is a non-profit that focuses on building communities. We are a community action agency headquartered in South Portland, Maine. Our service area is centered in Cumberland County with several programs extending into neighboring counties, and we operate a few statewide programs. In the past year, we served over 20,000 community members. Our mission is to work with people to build better lives and stronger communities. We provide advocacy, leadership, and support to identify the goals and address the needs of individuals, families, and communities. We believe positive change is possible.

For over fifty years, York County Community Action Corporation has been providing services and presenting opportunities to support the economic, social, educational, physical and emotional wellbeing of York County residents. Guided by the principles outlined in the preamble to the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964, to “eliminate the paradox of poverty in the midst of plenty,” YCCAC believe that all individuals deserve the opportunity to live full and meaningful lives, with a warm and safe place to call home, reliable transportation, affordable health care, nutritious food and, above all, a sense of purpose within a safe and supportive community.

Harbor Care - formerly known as Harbor Care, Keystone Hall, Southern NH HIV/AIDS Task Force, Healthy at Home, and the Partnership for Successful Living - is an innovative nonprofit community organization helping individuals and families of New Hampshire find solutions to many of life’s most challenging issues. We provide high quality housing and residential services, primary and behavioral health care, substance use disorder treatment, home care, HIV/AIDS care, veteran services, and supports to individuals and families who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Our unique model of “housing + integrated care = success” allows us to provide the wide range of collaborative services people need to gain and sustain independence. Each year, Harbor Care provides integrated care and housing to 5,000+ New Hampshire community members statewide, with a focus on the Greater Nashua, Manchester, Salem, Antrim, Plymouth, Claremont, Keene, and southern New Hampshire regions. Our mission is to provide vital services, including housing and healthcare, to all in our communities needing assistance. Our vision is one where everyone gets to live safe, stable, and healthy lives, filled with purpose, respect and dignity. In Greater Nashua over the last 40 years, we have reduced the experience of homelessness in our community substantially. We have dropped rates of unsheltered homelessness and chronic homelessness. We have also achieved an effective end to veteran homelessness and homelessness among people living with HIV/AIDS. These incredible results are only possible because of our incredible network of staff, partners, donors, and volunteers.

The Community Action Program Belknap-Merrimack Counties, Inc. (CAPBMCI, CAPBM, CAP-BM, BMCAP) is a New Hampshire-based 501(c)(3) private, nonprofit organization. The agency was established in 1965 under the provisions of the Equal Opportunity Act of 1964. Under this Act, over twelve hundred Community Action Agencies (CAA) were established nationwide. The primary mission of the organization is to work with low-income families, the elderly, and individuals with disabilities to assist them in their efforts to become or remain financially and socially independent. The Agency accomplished this task by providing a broad array of services that are locally defined, planned, and managed. The agency sponsors and manages seventy-three (73) programs designed to meet the needs of children, families, single parents, and the elderly. Without the services provided by our agency, many local residents would be without a means to provide for their basic needs, including food and shelter. The agency is funded by Federal, State, county, and local funds (37 cities and towns in Belknap and Merrimack Counties). The agency receives United Way grants, foundation and charitable grant funds, fees for service, private business donations, and donations from individuals. Community Action Program, Belknap-Merrimack Counties, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. TDD/TTY Access: RELAY NH 1 800 735-2964

The GLCAC Inc. encourages and promotes the improvement of community life in Greater Lawrence with special emphasis on, but not limited to, the initiation of programs in education, social services, child care, health, housing, youth employment and related areas. Since its inception, the GLCAC, Inc. has been a consistent partner in working with local, state and federal governments and private agencies in creating opportunities and providing hope for people living in poverty.

Based in Manchester, New Hampshire, the Moore Center is a state and regional innovator with more than 50 years of experience in helping people become productive, fulfilled members of the community. Working closely with each individual, The Moore Center identifies unique needs and creates individualized programs to enhance that person’s quality of life and that of the community as a whole. We are an award-winning leader recognized for providing high quality, cost-effective services with a personal, caring touch to individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities and acquired brain injuries, as well as services to children and senior citizens and training for the human services workforce. Compassion, commitment and community provide the foundation for all of The Moore Center’s initiatives and inspire our primary goal: Creating opportunities for a good life.

Lakes Region Community Services Mission Statement Dedicated to serving the community by promoting independance, dignity and opportunity. Since 1975, Lakes Region Community Services (LRCS) has served the diverse needs of individuals and families residing in Belknap and Southern Grafton counties. LRCS’ list of comprehensive supports is constantly growing, enabling LRCS to serve individuals from birth throughout their lifespan with a host of service options. To learn more about our comprehensive family support agency, please visit us at www.lrcs.org.