Who We Are
CAC is a Community Action Agency, which is a non-profit  organization established under the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964, part of President Johnson's "War on Poverty". The United States is home to approximately 1,000 such organizations.

What We Do
Our mission is to develop the economic and social capacities of individuals, families and communities to reduce poverty in Dane, Jefferson and Waukesha counties.

Since its founding in 1966, CAC has engaged communities in the struggle to eliminate poverty. By creating and operating a wide variety of programs through  specialized divisions, we strive to enhance the skills, knowledge and capacity of people experiencing poverty so they may improve their economic and social circumstances.

Learn More from Our 2007 Needs Assessment
To view the full report, click on this link: 2007 Needs Assessment
To view the county level reports, click on the following links:
Profile of Needs for Dane County
Profile of Needs for Jefferson County
Profile of Needs for Waukesha County
 

How You Can Help
There are many ways to contribute to CAC's efforts. Click on any of the links below to learn how you can make a difference in our community through CAC.  

• Volunteer

• Donate Items

• Donate Money

• Join Our Workforce