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MCAP Communications Release Is The ENOUGH Act Enough? The ENOUGH Act marks a significant leap forward in Maryland's fight against poverty, addressing systemic issues such as education, employment, and essential services. The legislation aims not only to alleviate the symptoms of generational poverty but to forge a path of opportunity and promise for children, families, and entire communities. It echoes the spirit of historical anti-poverty initiatives like the historic War on Poverty of 1964. Opportunity was the hallmark of the War on Poverty, which successfully established the nation’s, federally, designated poverty-fighting network of Community Action Agencies [...]

Energy and Weatherization Partnerships To Serve The Most Vulnerable Communities August is the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Action Month.  And October is Energy Awareness and Weatherization Month.  MCAP is partnering with the National Energy and Utility Affordability Coalition (NEUAC), Chaberton Energy and Maryland Office of the People’s Counsel to provide free resources to our Community Action Network.  We work together to identify opportunities to support our programs and multiply the positive impacts for the people we serve. Thousands of public gas customers nationwide rely on the direct financial assistance that LIHEAP funding provides, enabling them to ensure their [...]

Emerging HR Tech Trends You Need to Know for 2025 and Beyond Welcome to the exciting world of Human Capital Management (HCM) technology, where innovation and evolution are transforming how we work and manage talent! As we look toward 2025 and beyond, the HCM landscape is set to undergo significant changes. HCM Industry Growth and Challenges Market Size and Growth The HCM market is booming! Valued at $37.66 billion in 2023, it’s projected to soar to $81.84 billion by 2032, reflecting a robust compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.2%. With over 21,000 HCM solutions available, the market is as [...]

The Difference Between Wellness and Well-Being While wellness and well-being are often used interchangeably, they have distinct meanings and refer to different aspects of an individual’s health and quality of life. Wellness and well-being both have the end goal of being as healthy as possible, but they take different approaches to get there. What are the key differences between wellness and well-being, and how can you promote both in your life? What Is Wellness? Wellness is a term that has gained traction over the past decade, as it refers to the pursuit of a balanced lifestyle that goes beyond merely [...]

Montgomery County Community Action Agency, Diaper Distribution We have taken steps in assisting her to rebuild her life by registering her child in a new school and making sure she has all of the home essentials, including furniture and clothing.  By staying connected and seeking support at the encouragement of our opportunity coach, she knows she is not alone in this journey and has people she can rely on for understanding, support, and empowerment to keep moving forward. Team Member Perspective One of our diaper client families has taken incredibly brave steps to remove herself and her children from an abusive [...]

Harford County Community Action Agency, Diaper Distribution We continued building the relationship with the family and after some encouragement and check-ins, we learned that father is now employed and working at a job he enjoys. The family is thriving – baby and parents. Team Member Perspective One of the families I worked closely with at Hall’s Cross Roads Elementary expressed that they were seeking out resources during one of my classes.  I mentioned the diaper program to her and how it might help them.  She was very interested.  So, I signed her up right away to provide some immediate relief. [...]

United Planning Organization, Diaper Distribution Since the diaper program began, two families have been able to return to work due to being able to spend money on transportation instead of diapering materials. The DDDRP will continue to be impactful in our neighborhoods for our families and beyond. UPO Team Member Perspective Distribution day is always an event that I am excited to experience. Usually, this is the time when I can see the children and parents provide updates on their growth. During this time the families are so grateful to receive the diapers and wipes. I have witnessed tears of [...]

CAC, Howard County Partner on $5M Weatherization Project Community Action Council of Howard County has partnered with the Howard County Housing Commission to weatherize the 300-unit Columbia Landing apartment complex.  The CAC’s Weatherization Program is the largest nonprofit program in the state of Maryland, and provides services that result in more energy efficient homes and utility savings for eligible individuals and families throughout the state. Read More at https://bizmonthly.

Homelessness in Delaware has surged massively since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in winter 2020.

Anne Arundel County Community Action Agency Turnaround Thursday prepares returning citizens and underemployed persons who are seeking to reenter the workforce as leaders — prepared and trained to begin gainful, living wage employment in opportunities. "Unlike a typical re-entry program, Turnaround Thursday is a movement that wants to make sure that we returning citizens are all given a fair opportunity to get it right," one classmate said. Inmates learn about conflict resolution skills, resources to job opportunities and help with housing and legal support to prepare for their transition before they are released. Joshua Hatch, Executive Director of Turnaround Thursday, is [...]