Strengthening Iowa’s communities by ensuring those with less achieve more.
Our mission is to be a forceful advocate in support of policies and services that address the needs of individuals and families striving for economic security.
Looking for Assistance?
Iowa Community Action Association provides resources and support to the 16 Community Action Agencies located in the state of Iowa. Click on the region to find an Iowa Community Action Agency near you.
Committed to Serve
Iowa Community Action is committed to serve the best interests of the poor, thereby serving the best interests of everyone. We are proud to offer training opportunities and have 16 different Community Action programs throughout the state.
Member Resources
Stay up to date with the latest helpful resources including webinars, articles and more.
Upcoming Trainings
Learn more about all of our programs for support the needs of individuals and families striving for economic security.
Advocate
Iowa Community Action Association works with partners, member agencies, and legislators to improve Iowa’s communities.
Our 2021 Impact
We are proud to provide services to citizens in all of Iowa’s 99 counties.
Upcoming Events
- October 7 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Cost of Living in Iowa – Webinar
In Iowa, there are 114,000 working households that are unable to meet basic needs on income alone. Join Common Good Iowa policy advocate Natalie Veldhouse to learn more about how
- October 20 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
ROMA Subgroup Meeting
If you would like to receive the agenda once it is released please login to the Members Home tab. If you need assistance logging in contact Tiffany Keimig, tkeimig@iowacaa.org.
- October 25 @ 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
ICAA Lyceum Lounge
Join Us Here https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84652609231 The ICAA Lyceum Lounge is a place to learn, think, and talk about big ideas with neighbors, friends and colleagues. It’s a place to become excellent
- November 1 @ 9:00 am - November 3 @ 4:00 pm
Navigating Difference
Tuesday, November 1st – Thursday, November 3rd ICAA will be hosting a 3-day cultural competency in-person training called Navigating Difference from 9AM-4PM CST each day in Des Moines. Washington State University Extension developed
- December 8 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am
ROMA Subgroup Meeting
If you would like to receive the agenda once it is released please login to the Members Home tab. If you need assistance logging in contact Tiffany Keimig, tkeimig@iowacaa.org.
Connect With Us
FFYF’s 2022 Child Care & Early Learning State Fact Sheets for Iowa.
Early Childhood Education in Iowa
www.ffyf.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/FFYF_Iowa_2022.pdf
Did you know that as an AmeriCorps member you are eligible for a $6,495 grant toward your tuition or student loans?
ICAA is looking for an AmeriCorps VISTA to join our team!
Learn more about the position and apply here: my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do...
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ICAA is a proud member of the IDHRC!
Learn more about the amazing work they do in disaster response and recovery across the state: www.iavoad.org
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