Community Action Agencies change people's lives, embody the
spirit of hope, improve communities, and make America a better
place to live. We care about the entire community and we are
dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other as
they move from poverty to self-sufficiency.
The Community Action Association of Pennsylvania (CAAP) is a statewide
association representing and assisting the 43 Community Action Agencies
as they work to empower people, giving them the opportunity to gain
the skills and confidence they need to succeed. CAAP acts as a statewide
voice for local Community Action Agencies and low-income citizens,
addressing policy issues of importance to them.
This website and CAAP created content on this website is financed, in part, by a CSBG
grant from the Commonwealth of PA, Dept. of Community and Economic
Development. Photographs by Lynn Johnson.
Click here or on the picture above to download the 2009 Community Action Association of Pennsylvania Annual Report.
Career Opportunity
The Community Action Association of Pennsylvania is seeking a unique individual to fill a new Family Development Credentialing (FDC) Specialist position.
Primary responsibility will be supporting the Family Development Credentialing (FDC) program in Pennsylvania, including provision of training and technical assistance to assure quality and fidelity in the implementation of the FDC model throughout the state. Duties include development of communication systems including use of social media; publicity and outreach; follow up with and maintenance of records regarding local FDC programs; maintenance of statewide database; generating reports and evaluations.
Extensive travel throughout PA required. BA/BS plus 2 years professional experience and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Products and social media required; FDC experience preferred.
Submit cover letter, resume and salary history toMyka Diller. Deadline for applications September 8. No phone calls. (EOE)
Click to view the ads starring VISTAs from the Community Action Association of Pennyslvania and the United Way of PA
Click on the picture above to learn about the planning and technology behind Fayette County Community Action's Green Building.
12/18/08 Updated to Ver. 1.4
Let CAAP help you find your way through the maze of agency acronyms. Click on the image above to download the CAAP Acronym Guide. The guide will be regularly updated, mail any additions or changes to david@thecaap.org.
Click the image above to log in to the Board of Directors page.
Click image to download a short presentation on the history of Community Action.
CAAP Staff: Click on the picture above to access your Outlook Exchange
E-mail account.