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.

2009-2010 ARRA Programs (Stimulus Funds)
In February 2009, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) was passed and  CAC received an award through our State of Wisconsin Office of Community Services.  Click on the link to learn about the programs and services available through September 2010.

CAC and Stimulus Funds

Job Opportunities
We have a Community Outreach Specialist (GOSO) position open in Jefferson County.  For more information and how to apply visit our Job Opportunities webpage. Deadline is February 3, 2009.

2009 Koats for Kids - Dane County

A young participant models her donated coat at the 2009 Koats for Kids in Dane County held October 22-25, 2009. 

We would like to thank all of our volunteers for their time and effort in making this a very successful year.  Over 12,000 coats were donated  and  distributed to area families and other local nonprofits.  A special thank you to Klinke Cleaners for collecting and washing all the coats.

If you still need a winter coat please visit our free Clothing Center at CAC, 1717 N. Stoughton Road. 

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