Community Action Allegan

06/03/2026

Funding is available for Well & Septic repairs and replacement! Application deadline is July 31st. Help us spend these funds right here in Allegan County. To see if you qualify, call 269-673-5472 ext. 228.

06/02/2026

1 in 5 Michiganders relies on Medicaid. Right now, state lawmakers are deciding whether our Medicaid program gets the resources it needs to survive new federal mandates — or whether 2 million+ people get left behind.

Take action today: https://protectmicare.org/take-action/

06/02/2026

Free summer meal pickup for children under 18 takes place each Wednesday, June 10 through August 19, from 11 a.m. to noon at the Allegan Area ESA Tech Center parking lot.

Explore local meal options and grocery benefits available in your area: https://www.fns.usda.gov/summer

Don’t miss out on free meals for your kids this summer! Each week, children 18 and younger can receive a box with 14 meals, including shelf stable milk, fresh fruits and vegetables, healthy proteins, and snacks. All items are tree nut and peanut free. No application needed. Children do not need to be present during pickup. Meals are available on a first come, first served basis.

Pickup takes place each Wednesday, June 10 through August 19, from 11 a.m. to noon at the Allegan Area ESA Tech Center parking lot.

Make sure your family has the nutrition they need to stay active, healthy, and ready for summer fun!

Explore local meal options and grocery benefits available in your area: https://www.fns.usda.gov/summer

06/02/2026

Consumers Energy customers can receive a FREE Medify Air MA-25 air purifier to help improve the air quality in their home. Air purifiers are available on a first come, first served basis while supplies last.

Customers will be asked to complete a short form at the time of pickup from 323 Water Street and must bring their Consumers Energy account number to participate.

The Medify Air MA-25 is a powerful, compact unit designed to help reduce dust, allergens, and other airborne particles, making it a great way to breathe easier in the year ahead. For questions, call 269-673-5472 ext. 238.

06/02/2026

The 3rd Annual Ride to Give is coming up on August 1st, and CAAC is honored to once again be the beneficiary of this locally-supported event. Proceeds from the ride will support the Crisis Utility Assistance Program, helping local families keep their lights on, water running, and homes safe during times of hardship.

What started as a passion project by Chona, our Administrative Assistant, has grown into a tradition that brings riders together while making a real difference in our community. The generosity of every business, rider, donor, volunteer, and supporter involved helps provide emergency utility assistance to neighbors facing difficult circumstances.

SIGN UP:
August 1, 2026
Sherwood's Cove: 132 Brady St., Allegan
Sign Up: 10:30am Kick Stands Up: 11:30am
$25 per bike, $5 per passenger

Thank you to everyone who rides, volunteers, sponsors, and supports this event. Together, we're helping local families weather unexpected challenges, one mile at a time. For questions, call 269-673-5472 ext. 264.

06/01/2026

June Diaper Bank begins this week! Mark your calendars to receive supplies once per month at 323 Water Street in Allegan. 269-673-5472 ext. 258.

05/29/2026

Michigan is negotiating the state budget RIGHT NOW.

More than 2 million residents are counting on Medicaid. New federal mandates will strain the system. MDHHS needs funding to keep up.

Tell your lawmakers: Fund MDHHS. Protect Medicaid: https://protectmicare.org/take-action/

05/29/2026

May is Community Action Month and today is FUN FRIDAY! Allegan EHS recently had a blast turning their dramatic play area into a lemonade stand! They have been exploring their fine motor skills and pretend play. They made art by stamping with real lemons, and they even got to make real lemonade!

Thank you to our incredible teachers who provide authentic, enriching experiences that help our preschool students learn and grow in an environment where they can feel safe, valued, and encouraged to reach their full potential.

05/28/2026

May is Community Action Month and today is Thankful Thursday! CAAC is grateful for our dedicated Board of Directors who continue to champion our mission of serving and advocating for low-income families and individuals throughout Allegan County. Their leadership, support, and commitment help strengthen our community, reduce the effects of poverty, and encourage self-reliance for those we serve every day.

Thank you to our board members for standing with our agency, our programs, and our community. Together, we are creating opportunities and building a stronger Allegan County for all.

05/27/2026

The Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) is turning 50! Since its creation, WAP has ensured low-income homes have reasonable energy use, helping more utility customers keep up with their bills. WAP has efficiently retrofitted below standard low-income homes, greatly improving residents’ utility costs and health outcomes.