MACA (Missouri Association for Community Action)

MACA represents 19 Community Action Agencies at the state level. Every day.
MACA is your link (and community action's) to the state legislature and government agencies through lobbying, information and education.
MACA is a collective voice, speaking to Missouri's decision-makers about the needs of low-income families and your efforts to meet those needs.
MACA is 1,800 members - represented by a 20-member elected board of directors and served by a staff of nine.

Goal 2: Membership - To expand and strengthen MACA's base of support in the Missouri CAA world.

Goal 3: Training & Technical Assistance - To expand and strengthen MACA's training and technical assistance activities.

Goal 4: Communications - To expand and strengthen all aspects of communication both within the Missouri CAA network and with the public.

Goal 5: Resources - To expand and strengthen MACA's funding base.

...ensures that Missouri Senators and Representatives know about the need for the job that you do and how you serve the needs of the low-income families in their areas.

...informs CAA's of important national developments that are critical to local programs.

...stays informed of proposed legislation that will affect CAA's and their programs as well as opportunities for new funding possibilities.

...keeps its members aware of what's going on around the state in community action through annual reports, newsletters, legislative updates and MACA web page.

...maintains positive relationships with State department officials (funding sources). These relationships are critical to the development of new programs.

...does what you don't have time to do because you're out doing your job...makes sure that programs exist to meet the needs of low-income families.

...maintains a presence in Jefferson City because decisions are made there every day that could affect you and your job.