Reports

May 28, 2025 in Head Start, Reports & Publications

Head Start Annual Report 2023 – 2024

Head Start/Oregon Prenatal-5 is a program with Community Action Team that works with children and families to promote children’s growth in all areas of development. The program involves families in…
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March 21, 2025 in Reports & Publications

Strategic Plan, Logic Model, and Indicators 2023-2026

2023-2026 Strategic Plan - Logic Model with IndicatorsDownload This strategic plan guides the Community Action Team's efforts from 2023 to 2026, focusing on service delivery, staffing, governance, funding, and partnerships.…
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December 6, 2024 in Reports & Publications

Programs & Services Overview

Community Action Team (CAT) provides a broad range of programs and services designed to support individuals, families, and communities. From housing and energy assistance to veteran support, early childhood education,…
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September 17, 2024 in Reports & Publications

2023 Annual Report

Housing Needs Met: Provided Energy Utility Payment Assistance to 3,789 participants Provided Rental Assistance to 1,791 participants Provided temporary shelter to 432 participants Improved the living conditions of 159 families…
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August 1, 2024 in Head Start, Reports & Publications

Head Start Programs Annual Report 2020

403Students Served The program emphasizes the role of parents as their child’s first and most important teacher and builds relationships with families to support: Family well-being and positive parent-child relationships…
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November 22, 2020 in Reports & Publications

Head Start Annual Report 2019-2020

Through our Head Start program, we provide comprehensive early childhood education, health, and family engagement services, fostering a foundation for lifelong learning and success. Guided by the principles of family-centered…
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December 18, 2019 in Children and Families, Healthy Families, Our History, Reports & Publications

Families with New Babies get Support

CAT) has been reaching out to the community in powerful and meaningful ways for 50 years. One program with a particularly long-lasting impact has been in effect for about 20…
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December 18, 2019 in Housing Center, Impact, Our History, Reports & Publications

Financial Resources for Homeowners

Community Action Team: The First 50 Years Part 7 – Financial Resources for HomeownersBy Leanne Murray, Community Action Team, Human Investment Department Community Action Team (CAT) has been helping with…
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December 18, 2019 in Our History, Reports & Publications

Houselessness Comes to Columbia County

The First 50 Years Serving Columbia CountyPart 6: Houselessness Comes to Columbia CountyBy Leanne Murray, Community Action Team, Human Investment Department When Community Action Team (CAT) opened its doors in…
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December 18, 2019 in Our History, Reports & Publications, Utility Assistance

Strengthening Stability in Columbia County

Households may qualify to receive assistance in paying their power, natural gas, and water bills when unanticipated financial burdens make paying those bills difficult. CAT also offers other energy-related services…
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December 18, 2019 in Community Investment Programs, Our History, Reports & Publications

Home Sweat Equity Leads to Real Equity

Community Action Team: The First 50 YearsPart 4: Home Sweat Equity Leads to Real EquityBy Leanne Murray, Community Action Team, Human Investment Department When it comes to housing, Community Action…
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December 18, 2019 in Healthy Homes, Our History, Reports & Publications

Making Columbia County Homes Safer and Healthier

Community Action Team: The First 50 YearsPart 3: Making Columbia County Homes Safer and HealthierBy Leanne Murray, Community Action Team, Human Investment Department Community Action Team (CAT) is celebrating its…
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December 18, 2019 in Impact, Our History, Reports & Publications, Senior Programs

Helping Seniors Keep their Independence and Health

The First 50 Years Serving Columbia County: Helping Seniors Keep their Independence and Health By Leanne Murray, Community Action Team, Program Operations Coordinator, Human Investment Department When Community Action Team…
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December 1, 2017 in Impact, Reports & Publications

Columbia County Housing Study

Columbia County Housing Study: Executive Summary December 2017 Introduction In fall 2016, the Community Action Team (CAT), with the support of Columbia County and its cities, established a Housing Work…
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December 18, 2016 in Impact, Our History, Reports & Publications, Veteran Services

The First 50 Years Serving Columbia County

In 2016, Community Action Team (CAT) celebrated fifty years of serving Columbia County. This organization has a history filled with adaptation, expansion, and significant impact. CAT’s Early Beginnings In 1966,…
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