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LIMITED FOOD AND HYGIENE VOUCHERS
QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE: Being at 200% or below the federal poverty guidelines, turning in income for everyone in the household, turning in social security cards for everyone in the household, and turning in IDs for everyone 18 and older in the household. The food vouchers will be $100 per household and available in Lee, Scott, and Wise Counties and the City of Norton. The hygiene vouchers will be $50 per household and available in Lee and Wise Counties and the City of Norton. Our agency already offers a hygiene voucher program in Scott County where households can receive one $25 hygiene voucher every 3 months. These vouchers will be on a first come first serve basis as we have a limited supply. No additional funding is expected for these vouchers at this time. YOU ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY ONLINE FOR THESE VOUCHERS TO EXPEDITE SERVICES. To apply for these vouchers, please click on "Apply for Service Now" at the bottom of this page. We are NOT handing these vouchers out at our Lee or Scott County Offices. These vouchers will be mailed to your house if you qualify and turn in the necessary documentation, NO EXCEPTIONS.
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 1ST ANNUAL GOLF TOURNMENT WINNER: TUCK MAPPING SOULTIONS, INC.
Team Members: Michael Prewitt, Dylan McAfee, Wayne Jordan, and Israel McAfee pictured with Executive Director, Lisa Barton
Board Members and Staff at the Golf Tournament
Pictured from left to right: Jan Brewer- Board Member, Crystal Lyke-Board Member, Abe Rutherford- Board President, Hannah Hayden, Raymond Edens, Renetta Robinette, Lisa Barton, Amanda Dockery, Karen Davidson, Amy Bowen, Lynne Lane, Denise Lambert, Lisa Cheek, and Darlene Baker.
THANK YOU!
We would like to thank all of our sponsors, but especially our Platinum Sponsor: Virginia Housing. Our Gold Sponsor: LG&E and Kentucky Utilities - Old Dominion Power Foundation. Our Bronze Sponsor: New Peoples Bank. Our Silver Sponsors: Trustpoint Insurance, Powell Valley National Bank and Anthem HealthKeepers. Team Sponsors: McElroy Services, Movement Mortgage, Tuck Mapping Solutions, Inc. and Benny Wampler. Our Hole in One Sponsor: Freedom Chevrolet of Big Stone Gap. Our Hole Sponsors: Broadwater Trading, Duffield Lumber & Hardware, Energy Right, Hwy 72 Auto Repair, Mountain View Market, Otis Rhoton, Scott County Sheriff's Office, Scott County Telephone Cooperative, Scott County Treasurer Kevin Helms, Sesco Management Consultants, Thompson and Litton, and Tony Lawson. Thank you to everyone that helped make this tournament a success.
cONGRATULATIONS LISA!!
AppCAA is pleased to announce that our Executive Director, Lisa Barton, has received the prestigious FAHE Leadership Award for 2024. This esteemed recognition acknowledges Lisa's exceptional leadership, dedication, and impactful contributions to our service area. The FAHE Leadership Award honors leaders who: make a powerful impact, leave a legacy through mission-driven work, achieve significant goals through visionary leadership, inspire progress and growth, invest personally in local communities, and provide inspiration as a role model to encourage others. FAHE brings people, organizations and resources together to build homes, communities, and a thriving Appalachia through expanding economic opportunity and security for all. Working with a network of 50+ nonprofits across six states, using their expertise in finance, collaboration, innovation, and advocacy to achieve a more prosperous Appalachian region. Under Lisa's guidance, AppCAA continues to thrive, advancing our vision for a stronger, more resilient Appalachian region.
Thank you Anthem Healthkeepers Plus for the $25,000 donation!
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Thank you Mr. Kilgore!
A big thank you to Delegate Terry Kilgore for taking the time to meet with AppCAA on January 24th. Your continued support has helped AppCAA thrive for the last 60 years!
Selfless Leadership Award
The Virginia Community Action Partnership awards the Mark Grigsby Selfless Leadership Award each May, which is community action month. All community action staff in Virginia were recognized for their selfless service as pandemic first responders by the VACAP Board of Directors. This is the highest honor and award given annually by VACAP.
Slemp Foundation
The Slemp Foundation awarded AppCAA $25,000 to help support the Whole Family and Diaper Distribution programs.
Previous Board Officers
AppCAA would like to extend a big heartfelt "THANK YOU" to our exiting Board of Director officers who have contributed to the success of AppCAA during their years of service. From left to right: Mary Absher, Wandaleen Adams, Doris Presley, and Jeff Shupe.
New Board Officers
AppCAA's Board of Directors met Monday, July 10th at our main office where new Board Officers were appointed. AppCAA would like to welcome these new officers and thank them for their commitment to helping AppCAA succeed. From left to right: Zach Bowen, Treasurer; Abe Rutherford, President; Jennifer Frazier, Vice President; Kelly Bledsoe, Secretary.
Welcome Aboard!
AppCAA's Board of Directors elected Stacy Salyers as a member at large. He is a representative from the City of Norton.
Congratulations on Your Retirement Frank!
Frank Dalton has been a dedicated employee with our Weatherization Crew for 6 years. Thank you for all of your hard work, Frank. You will be missed! (Lisa Barton, AppCAA Executive Director, presents Frank Dalton with a retirement recognition plaque.)
Congratulations on your retirement Patricia!
Patricia Jobe has been a dedicated AppCAA employee for 14 years. Thank you for all of your hard work and commitment, Pat. You will be missed! We hope you enjoy your well-deserved retirement!
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Our mission

To be a partner of choice, responding to our region’s challenges and helping communities of Southwest Virginia on their path to self-sufficiency.

About Us

60 Years of Community Action in the Heart of Appalachia

For 60 years, your Appalachian Community Action and Development Agency (AppCAA) has served the residents of Lee, Scott, and Wise Counties and the City of Norton with programs that help low-to-moderate-income individuals and families at every stage of life. With programs for housing, finance, health, children and seniors, you’re sure to find the help you need completely FREE for all income-eligible households!

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Programs

AppCAA Programs

Financial Coaching & Empowerment

First Time Homebuyers Loan Down Payment Assistance, Savings Match, and SPARC Program

Housing Counseling Program (Including Pre-Purchase Counseling with Credit Improvement Assistance)

Tax Preparation

Weatherization Assistance Program

Emergency Services — Utility Payments

Neighbor to Neighbor

Indoor Plumbing & Rehabilitation

CHORE Program

Retired Seniors Volunteer Program

Whole Family Approach

Diaper Distribution Pilot Project

Imagination Library

Scott County Christmas Cart

Scott County Hygiene Voucher Program

New Eyes For The Needy

 

 

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