Welcome to Iowa Community Action Association (ICAA)

Iowa’s Community Action Agencies are locally-based private, non-profit organizations that network with a wide-array of local organizations to enhance the opportunities for low-income Iowans (children and families) to meet basic needs and develop their own capacity to do so. 

Mission
To be a forceful advocate in support of policies and services that address the needs of individuals and families striving for economic security.

Vision  Iowa Community Action is the premier force ensuring those with less achieve more.

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Legislative News & Updates

Many people talk about raising the minimum wage.  Alicia, who testified Wednesday to the United States Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee, gives a personal and powerful explanation describing the choices she makes as a working mother who relies upon the minimum wage.   

Iowa fast food worker testifies about minimum wage

Recent Reports and Additional Resources

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