Maryland Association of Community Action (“MCAP”) was established in July 1986. MCAP is a non-profit, multi-regional association with 19 member agencies, called Community Action Agencies (CAA’s). Visit www.maryland-cap.org.
ANNUAL REPORT 2023
MCAP OUTCOMES BY DOMAIN AND STATE
269,314 TOTAL PEOPLE PEOPLE WITH LOW INCOMES SERVED (*FFY 2021)
HOUSING EMPLOYMENT EDUCATION
HEALTH
CIVIC
INCOME
MD 74,580
DC 182
DE 1,745
MD 12,787
DC 680
DE 410
OUTCOMES WERE OBTAINED IN THE HOUSING DOMAIN. THIS INCLUDES OUTCOMES SUCH AS OBTAINING AND MAINTAINING HOUSING, AVOIDING EVICTION OR FORECLOSURE, AND REDUCING ENERGY BURDEN.
OUTCOMES WERE OBTAINED IN THE HEALTH AND SOCIAL/BEHAVIORAL DEVELOPMENT DOMAIN. THIS INCLUDES OUTCOMES SUCH AS INCREASING NUTRITION SKILLS, IMPROVING PHYSICAL OR MENTAL HEALTH, AND LIVING INDEPENDENTLY.
HOUSING
HEALTH
MD 1,977
DC 772
DE 124
MD 731
DC 87
DE 2
COMMUNITY IMPACT FY21
OUTCOMES WERE OBTAINED IN THE CIVIC ENGAGEMENT AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT DOMAIN. THIS INCLUDES OUTCOMES SUCH AS INCREASING LEADERSHIP SKILLS AND IMPROVING SOCIAL NETWORKS
OUTCOMES WERE OBTAINED IN THE EMPLOYMENT DOMAIN. THIS INCLUDES OUTCOMES SUCH AS OBTAINING AND MAINTAINING A JOB, INCREASING INCOME, AND OBTAINING BENEFITS
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT
EMPLOYMENT
MD 13,417
DC 965
DE 407
MD 13,120
DC 350
DE 142
OUTCOMES WERE OBTAINED IN THE EDUCATION AND COGNITIVE DEVELOPMENT DOMAIN. THIS INCLUDES OUTCOMES SUCH AS IMPROVED LITERACY SKILLS, SCHOOL READINESS, AND OBTAINING ADDITIONAL EDUCATION AND DIPLOMAS.
OUTCOMES WERE OBTAINED IN THE INCOME AND ASSET BUILDING DOMAIN. THIS INCLUDES OUTCOMES SUCH AS MAINTAINING A BUDGET, OPENING A SAVINGS ACCOUNT, INCREASING ASSETS AND NET WORTH, AND IMPROVING FI NANCIAL WELL-BEING
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INCOME & ASSETS
COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCIES UTILIZE CSBG FUNDS TO ADDRESS SPECIFI C LOCAL NEEDS THROUGH SERVICES AND PROGRAMS THAT ADDRESS ONE OR MORE OF THE CORE DOMAINS IN WHICH WE WORK: EMPLOYMENT, EDUCATION AND COGNITIVE DEVELOPMENT, INCOME, INFRASTRUCTURE AND ASSET BUILDING, HOUSING, HEALTH AND SOCIAL BEHAVIORAL DEVELOPMENT, AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT.
*From State FFY 2021 Community Services Block Grant Annual Report
A Message From MCAP’s Executive Director MCAP’s network of Community Action Agencies (CAAs) serves as the Federal- and state-designated authority on poverty across the states of MD, DC, and DE. During the years of 2022 and 2023, our network has continued the fight against poverty with proven solutions. We built a strategic roadmap for serving families holistically through our statewide implementation of our 2-Generation Approach. We work tirelessly every day to serve underprivileged communities through programs and services that give people hope. And we have the great privilege to advocate on their behalf. So, I thank you - members, partners, volunteers, staff and our extended Community Action family - for all you do to make transformations that count!
What's Inside
The Promise of Community Action .... Our Mission and Vision ....................... MCAP At a Glance ................................ MCAP Support of Agencies ................. Client Support Statewide .................... Our Network ........................................ Impact Stories ...................................... Advocacy ............................................... Highlighted Initiatives ......................... Uplifting Moments ............................... Future Initiatives ................................. Financials ............................................. Our Partners ......................................... MCAP Staff and Board Listing ............. How You Can Help ..............................
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Angela Martin Executive Director, MCAP
The Promise of Community Action
Community Action changes people's lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities, and makes America a better place to live. We care about the entire community and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other.
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Our Mission
Our Vision
Maryland Community Action Partnership strengthens members’ capacity to provide quality services and opportunities that empower individuals and families to achieve economic security.
All individuals and families are stable, economically secure, and live in safe and thriving communities.
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MCAP AT A GLANCE MCAP strengthens members’ capacity to provide quality services and opportunities that empower individuals and families to achieve economic security. 4 MCAP Staff based in Annapolis, MD 19 Member Agencies across MD, DC & DE
KEY ROLES AND FUNCTIONS
Advocacy
communications
Training & Technical Assistance
Central Coordination & Collaboration
MCAP GOALS Communications highlighting the impact of member agencies Advocacy on behalf of vulnerable populations Training and access to best practices for agency operations Enabling technology and tools to track effectiveness and refinement
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MCAP STATEWIDE SUPPORT FOR AGENCIES
RPIC regional Training & Technical Assistance managed by MCAP for member agency development $400K
Secured $30k to publish and launch the Self-Sufficiency Calculator to know how much income a family must earn to meet basic needs by county
Developed new onboarding Master Class training series for new CAP staff with record participation
Launched the MCAP Leadership Development Institute for Executive Directors and future CAP leaders.
31% increase ACROSS SOCIAL MEDIA
97% increase OF linkedin FOLLOWERS
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MCAP STATEWIDE SUPPORT FOR CLIENTS
Maryland Community Action Partnerships (MCAP) provides resources and support to the 19 Community Action Agencies (CAAs) located in the Maryland, Delaware and District of Columbia. An interactive map is found on our website to help locate an agency by location.
Scan the QR code to access the Self-Sufficiency Calculator to see what it takes to meet basic needs in each county, according to family size and composition.
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OUR NETWORK We provide tailored pathways to address the unique needs of each family. By bundling services, we are able to move families from crisis to thriving
Program Areas
Affordable Housing Community Development
Homeless Services and Shelters Infrastructure & Asset Building Tax and Financial Planning Workforce Development Employment and Education Services Weatherization Senior Services Children Services Energy and Emergency Assistance Food Pantry and Nutrition
Our Approach
A multi-generational approach, or "2Gen", moves families toward long- term sustainability by assisting children and adults holistically and developing pathways to achieve their aspirations and goals. Our agencies adopt 2Gen along with best practices, like Results Oriented Management and Accountability (ROMA) as a performance framework that builds accountable results.
Health Services Transportation Diaper Distribution
For more details about 2Gen and to access our related reports, visit our web page here.
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2Gen Impact Stories
Washington County Community Action Circles Program
Recovered, In Pursuit of Education & Community Contributions
“ Circles is not only a program, it is a family for me and my daughter. Circles at CAC has helped me strive to meet my goals…it is a life changer for Cherish and me. The Circles approach, my allies, and everyone at Circles is helping me better myself in all aspects of my life.” - Manny Manny has the goals of completing the HVAC course successfully and is obtaining his driver’s license. He would then like to gain employment, start the coursework for his Bachelor’s degree, and eventually open a recovery house to help those who are struggling with addiction.
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2Gen Impact Stories Emerging From Client to Community Action Agency Employee
Allegany HRDC’s Community Action
“As a single mother, she realized that she would need to further her education in order to provide her son with the best life possible. She enrolled in HRDC’s apprenticeship program which would allow her to work full-time while the agency would pay for her degree to further her education.” -Claire B. Claire is a full-time employee, single mother who is completing her college degree. She is now 2 years clean with a one-year-old son and was just pre-qualified to purchase her first home. She remains employed in her new position at HRDC and holds a 3.8 grade point average in her degree program.
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ADVOCACY INITIATIVES
Agency participation for Advocacy Day with statewide legislator representation 100%
A critical component of MCAP’s mission is to give a unified voice to the interests of MCAP’s Community Action Agencies, the citizens and communities they serve.
Worked towards establishing a Community Action Anti-Poverty Fund
Secured funding for 2G implementation $950K
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HIGHLIGHTED INITIATIVES Diaper Distribution Demonstration and Research Pilot (DDDRP) IMPACT: This program helps alleviate the economic burden of the parents struggling to afford the costs associated with the basic needs of children.
Secured new grant funding for diaper distribution pilot with eleven member agencies participating.. $1.2M
125,000+ Diapers Delivered to Date
Awarded Grant
Agency Onboarding
MAY
JUN
JUL
OCT
DEC
Launch of Initial Diaper Distribution
Internal Readiness
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HIGHLIGHTED INITIATIVES MCAP Community Action Agencies are transforming lives, and in turn, revitalizing communities with 2Gen programs statewide. 269,314 people served in MD, DC and DE per one year (Source: CSBG record FY21) IMPACT STORIES
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Visit our dedicated impact stories web page to see some of the latest stories from our agencies at www.maryland- cap.org/stories.
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Commitment to Community Action Work is a challenge some days, but our network has some of the most experienced and knowledgeable professionals around. We work hard to provide good resources with a mix of fun. THANK YOU TO ALL! UPLIFTING MOMENTS
MCAP hosted this zany contest which brought about agency competition, lots of laughter and good memories. Great acts included song-writing, singing, skits and dance routines. We will continue this new tradition in the coming year! Community Action’s Got Talent
Workshops and Networking Activities
Awards and Peer Nominations
At annual human services conference, we honor and award those who exemplify the promise of Community Action – Helping People and Changing Lives. Categories of excellence in Community Action service, include: individuals, volunteers and partners.
MCAP’s Annual Human Services Conference serves up 50+ workshops and sessions. We also offer other activities and on-demand webinars all year long to strengthen organizational performance, support CA staff professional development, and provide innovative community strategies.
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FUTURE INNOVATIONS MCAP looks forward to the new year as we plan to further develop our strategic partnerships with a new partner program. By providing a structured framework of benefits, we enhance existing partnership efforts throughout the year. We will also activate opportunities for new engagements. This is a strategic effort to increase partner revenue, in-kind contributions and valuable content sharing for impact.
Increased Impacts
Refinements
Win-Win Agreements
Tier Definition
Assessment
NEW PROGRAM GOALS
Increase awareness for advocacy and solutions for tackling poverty Increase brand awareness and extend our communications Extend new resources and innovations to our membership Align with like-minded organizations to compound positive impacts
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This is a summary of MCAP's financial information for years 2022 and 2021. FINANCIALS
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Collaboration for community service ensures best practices and pursuit of excellence. OUR PARTNERS
Ecosystem Partners
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Staff Angela Martin MCAP Executive Director Christal Dean Executive Assistant
MCAP STAFF AND BOARD
Alex Dupree Regional Projects Coordinator
Erica Lambert MCAP Grants Manager
Board
Wendolyn McKenzie, Board Chair Allegany County Human Resources Development Commission, Inc. Executive Director Marilyn Neal, Vice Chair Neighborhood Services Center, Inc. Executive Director Freddy Mitchell, Treasurer Shore Up! Inc. Executive Director Tim Fisher Washington County Community Action Council, Inc. Executive Director Charlestine Fairley, PhD Anne Arundel County Community Action Agency, Inc. CEO Angela Whitaker Baltimore City Community Action Partnership Executive Director Tracy Broccolino, M.S. Ed. Community Action Council of Howard County, Maryland, Inc. President
Mitchell Posner Community Assistance Network, Inc. (CAN) Executive Director Santo A. Grande Delmarva Community Services, Inc. CEO / President Bernice M. Edwards First State Community Action Agency Executive Director Ramenta Cottrell Frederick Community Action Agency CCAP Director Duane Yoder Garrett County Community Action Committee, Inc. President Pamela Craig Harford County Community Action Agency, Inc. Executive Director Scott Yard Human Services Programs of Carroll County, Inc. Executive Director
Chris Benzing Maryland Rural Development Corporation CEO Michael E. Young Southern Maryland Tri-County Community Action Committee, Inc. Executive Director Rasheeda Jamison United Communities Against Poverty, Inc. (UCAP) President/CEO Andrea Thomas United Planning Organization (UPO) Chief Executive Officer Shanta Johnson Montgomery County Community Action Agency Interim Executive Director
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HOW YOU CAN HELP
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Advocate Make your voice heard and share our impact stories of community action. Follow MCAP's legislative priorities and participate with us.
Connect
Introduce MCAP to your network where there may be like-minded interests.
Volunteer
We believe every single act of community action counts toward a better future. Ask us how you could lend your time.
Sponsor
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