JACKSON COUNTY CIVIC ACTION COMMITTEE

Jackson County Civic Action Committee is a nonprofit community action agency specializing in human development, self-sufficiency, and advocacy for impoverished and culturally diverse populations. The organization possesses deep expertise in administering federal and state funded social service programs, with a primary focus on nutrition assistance and community support. Their core capabilities include the management of the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), the National School Lunch Program, and the administration of Community Services Block Grants (CSBG) and the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). Additionally, they provide specialized services in weatherization referrals, aging services, and congregate senior center activities. The organization maintains strong operational relationships with the Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Department of Transportation (DOT). For the USDA, they serve as a sponsor for critical nutrition and food programs. Their work with the DOT involves the broader execution of community action initiatives aimed at improving the quality of life for underserved residents. The organization is structured as a non-profit tax-exempt community action agency incorporated in Mississippi. They position themselves as a primary advocate for the poor, focusing on the delivery of essential human services and social safety net programs within their service area.