TACAA stands with Community Action Agencies across Texas—lifting up local stories and ensuring community realities shape statewide decisions. When you advocate with us, you’re championing housing, education, food security, energy assistance, and the right for every Texan to thrive.
Leading the Conversation:
Stories, Media, & Thought Leadership from Our Network
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Texas Tribune: Texas Head Start closures during government shutdown add to state’s child care woes
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NCAF: As SNAP Lapse Approaches, More Americans Turning to Community Action Agencies
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Statesman: These grants fueled flood relief. Save them from the chopping block | Opinion
By Amanda Shelton, TACAA Executive Director
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NCAF: Responding to the Administration’s FY2026 Budget Request
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NPR: ‘It gets back to us’: Federal funding’s potential impact on rural programs
Featuring Samantha Mendoza, South Plains Community Action Association
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Daily Hampshire Gazette: Community Action could see significant service loss under Trump cuts
Featuring Clare Higgins, Executive Director, Community Action Pioneer Valley
Sign-On to Protect CSBG
The Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) is the backbone of local anti-poverty efforts in Texas and nationwide. Right now, CSBG is at risk—and we need your voice.
TACAA invites Community Action agencies, partners, and advocates to sign on in support of preserving and strengthening CSBG funding.
Together, we can ensure that every community has the resources it needs to meet local needs and build lasting opportunity.
What’s Shaping Our Work
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The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) provides critical support to households struggling with energy costs—especially during extreme Texas weather. TACAA supports advocacy for both federal LIHEAP funding and Texas CEAP implementation.
Visit NEUAC’s LIHEAP Action Center →
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Head Start and Early Head Start provide vital early learning, nutrition, and family support services. Many CAAs in Texas are grantees. TACAA advocates for continued funding, workforce investment, and coordination across systems.
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TACAA supports expanded investment in affordable housing and WAP (Weatherization Assistance Program) to improve health, safety, and energy efficiency for low-income Texans.
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From annual appropriations to state-level regulations, TACAA keeps members informed on what’s happening at the Capitol and in Washington, D.C. We coordinate advocacy efforts, provide talking points, and convene leaders for Texas Legislative Action Day.
National Community Action Foundation - Community Action Reference Materials →