The status of the economy and aftermath of the recession brought thousands of new clients to our doorsteps seeking emergency food, shelter, transportation, jobs and solutions to homelessness. The American Reinvestment and Recovery Act (ARRA) funds received by CAAs ARRA offered opportunities to meet the increased demand for services and to enhance our technology and expand our management

Along with ARRA came an increased level of transparency, accountability and greater focus on maintenance of effort and sustainability. Although 2009 was a challenging year, Georgia’s CAAs and their partners invested more than 7 million in weatherization services (not including ARRA funding), 18 million in community services programs and 6.5 million in early childhood services.

Community Action in Georgia continues to set the pace and direction for fostering the “community agenda” and advocating for disadvantaged children and families. We encourage our agencies, families and partners to keep fighting for social justice and human rights for all. We hope the information in this year’s annual report will provide a glimpse of the network’s dedication to stabilize families and communities and seize the opportunity to reduce poverty in Georgia.

Finally, we wish to thank our partners and donors for joining us by investing in the many projects across the state that help break the cycle and reduce poverty.

Best Wishes,
Jimmie Samuel, President
Lorraine Daniels, Executive Director