Since 1992, the Rhode Island Community Action Association (RICAA) has been a catalyst for change and a vital part of a coordinated effort to eliminate poverty in our state. The Association with its separate designation as a 501 (c) 3 organization actively partners with other state community associations across the nation, the national community action partnership, and regional associations to better support the mission of community action: HELPING PEOPLE, CHANGING LIVES

What Do We Do?

• Serve as the collective voice and representative for our member agencies.

• Advocate at the state and national level on policy, budget and legislative matters that will impact low and middle income Rhode Islander residents.

• Partner with statewide organizations to develop unified strategies to eradicate poverty and support people on their journey towards self-sufficiency.

• Conduct research and raise awareness among member agencies and the community on state and national policy issues.

The Association currently operates from it’s Cranston, Rhode Island offices. The Executive Board president is currently Joanne McGunagle, Executive Director, Comprehensive Community Action, Inc. Our Executive Director is Paula McFarland.

For more information on national community action initiatives, visit Community Action Partnership.