Who we are
Building Stronger Communities in Eastern Iowa
As a community action agency, HACAP is 1 of 16 agencies in the state of Iowa that makes up over 1,000 Community Action Agencies in the United States. These agencies band together to connect our low-income neighbors in need with valuable services that aim at reducing poverty in our country.
HACAP serves the following counties in Iowa: Benton, Dubuque, Delaware, Iowa, Jackson, Johnson, Jones, Linn and Washington. If you are outside of our service area, please find your local Community Action Program by visiting: iowacommunityaction.org.
Our Mission
Helping people develop skills to become successful and build strong communities.
Our Guiding Principles
We are innovative, we are partners, we are responsive, we are leaders, we are HACAP.
Our Vision
A thriving community where all people have the opportunities for success.
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.