About Us
What is our goal in the long run?
We're the people who actually make an impact in changing the world for the better - we leave the endless talking to others and take action! On our platform, people who want to help connect with people who need support, directly and transparently. You and many others can be world-improvers who help our community grow and thrive. We are a small non-profit organization located in Harlan, Kentucky that works to help people and change lives.
About Us
Harlan County Community Action Agency, Inc. (HCCAA), is a private non-profit 501(C)(3) corporation that began operations on January 21, 1969 in Harlan County, Kentucky. The overall purpose of HCCAA is to turn hope into reality and help our low-income individuals become more self-sufficient. HCCAA gives a voice to the less fortunate and provides services, whether in-house or through our community partners. HCCAA provides various programs to assist low-income individuals and families in achieving and sustaining self-sufficiency and a sense of well-being in the community. HCCAA programs help provide better everyday living for persons in the service area. Our agency provides assistance with transportation, utility and security deposits, medicine, child care, youth services, college tuition, weatherization, homeless assistance, and more. Harlan County Community Action Agency, Incorporated is an active member of the Community Action Partnership, South Eastern Association for Community Action Agencies, and Community Action Kentucky.
Mission
The mission of Harlan County Community Action Agency, Inc. (HCCAA) is to utilize all available resources to assist eligible individuals and families in acquiring useful skills and knowledge, gaining access to new opportunities, and achieving economic self-sufficiency, empowering them to become more effective members of society, therefore creating a better community.
Vision
The vision of Harlan County Community Action Agency, Inc. (HCCAA) is to expand our current services and foster new and innovative ideas and programs to meet our community's changing needs, helping ensure that our clients become independent and maintain self-sufficiency so that they may become assets in the community.
Values Statement
The values statement of Harlan County Community Action Agency, Inc. (HCCAA) commits us to these values in our actions and our relationships with coworkers, clients, community partners, and the community at large:
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Commitment: We are committed to ensuring people know what resources are available in the community and to helping people make the most of these resources.
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Integrity: Our actions and decisions are consistent with our values and our mission to meet our clients' needs equitably and impartially.
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Care: We treat all people with compassion, dignity, and respect.
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Stewardship: We manage our resources responsibly for the greatest benefit to our clients.
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Teamwork: We work together, both within our agency and community partners, to serve our clients.
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Transparency: We maintain transparency with the community and funding sources (both state and federal) through open business practices and adherence to our Code of Ethics.
