Community Action Council's mission: to prevent, reduce, and eliminate poverty among individuals, families, and communities through direct services and advocacy.

710 W. High St. Lexington, KY
Joined September 2010
The #HeadStart Prep Academy at South Lexington celebrated Pumpkin Palooza! Families enjoyed visiting the petting zoo, meeting friendly costumed characters, having their faces painted, and exploring the inside of a pumpkin through hands-on discovery!
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The heart of #HeadStart is the people who make it possible. This #HeadStartAwarenessMonth, we’re thanking the staff who show up for children. On our podcast, Look Who's Talking, staff member Sparkles Steele talks about how Head Start opened her horizons. youtu.be/hb6wCdVoxU0?si=2sVH…
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The #HeadStart Prep Academy at Powell County had fun on the farm this week! Children & families visited Three Feathers Farm & used their 5 senses while meeting animals, learned how pumpkins grow at the pumpkin patch, had fun with the library, & grew stronger through active play!
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The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is available in all Kentucky counties! You must apply at the Community Action Agency in the county where you live. To find the agency near you, visit commaction.org/LIHEAPKY.
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We're Hiring! We have full & part-time options available.  Check it the positions at commaction.org/careers. For more information, visit commaction.org/hiring-highli…
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Columbia Gas customers with a household income at or below200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines may qualify for a no-cost furnace replacement. Visit ColumbiaGasKY.com/Furnace or ColumbiaGas.com/Assistance for more information, or give us a call at 1-800-244-2275 to get started.
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Last chance! Etch your name in #HeadStart history this #HeadStartAwarenessMonth! Learn more & get your brick: Donate.BrickMarkers.com/CAC
It's #HeadStartAwarenessMonth! What does Head Start look like in central Kentucky? It looks like creating fun, safe, engaging spaces where children can learn and families feel supported.  Take a look at our newest #HeadStart Prep Academy. youtu.be/1-E2YVvKdxs?si=D7ka…
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We are excited to announce that our Head Start Project Manager, Celeste Presley, has been elected to represent Region IV with the National Community Action Partnership! Congrats, Celeste! We know you will do an amazing job!
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Just a couple of days left to get your order in!  Just a few openings remain! Claim yours before October 19th!  Learn more & get your brick: Donate.BrickMarkers.com/CAC
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#HeadStart Prep Academy at South Lex celebrated Family Literacy Night! Families met the Very Hungry Caterpillar and more of our fav friends!  Getting excited about reading together is one of the best ways to promote early literacy and school readiness! #HeadStartAwarenessMonth
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Help build a path to education! Engraved bricks support the #HeadStart child development center opening in Lexington's East End. Get yours before October 19th! #HeadStartAwarenessMonth Learn more & get your brick: Donate.BrickMarkers.com/CAC
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October is Head Start Awareness Month! Let's hear from Dr. Clarissa Belle about how #HeadStart addresses critical behavioral health needs early in life.  💙 This is Head Start in the Bluegrass! #HeadStartAwarenessMonth youtu.be/UosgYHvuij8?si=YdF2…
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Mark your calendars! The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Fall Subsidy is just a month away. More information coming soon!
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A quick and easy way to support Kentucky #HeadStart kids. Engraved bricks start at $100. Get yours before October 19th! #HeadStartAwarenessMonth Learn more & get your brick: Donate.BrickMarkers.com/CAC
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Connecting with parents & caregivers can be a great way to reduce stress, increase resilience, & create real opportunities to keep kids safe - even when it feels hard. If you're a parent or caregiver, get yourself connected: faceitabuse.org/connect/ @KosairForKids @faceitabuse
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The deadline is approaching to get your brick purchases in! Get yours before October 19th!  Get your brick: Donate.BrickMarkers.com/CAC
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Did you know there are kynectors here at Community Action Council? Find out more about your health insurance options by making an appointment or looking for them at a community event! Find an event near you: khbe.ky.gov/Events/Pages/Mon…
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Businesses across Lexington are stepping up to support the Prep Academy at Palmer Complex. An engraved brick is a visible, lasting way to show your organization believes in this community and its children. Spots are limited to 250. Get your brick: Donate.BrickMarkers.com/CAC
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We're Hiring! Take a look at our open positions at commaction.org/careers.
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