Community Action Agency of Northwest Alabama

About this LIHWAP program in Florence, AL

It provides support services and assists families with direct assistance or referral to other agencies under the Low Income Home Assistance Programme and other benefits.
LIHEAP is the federally funded program that helps low-income households pay their heating and cooling bills.
West Alabama Community Services Programs, Inc. is a private, non-profit community action agency created by the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964.
CSPs aim to improve the quality of life of low-income and vulnerable populations in the service area.
The agency uses public and private funding sources to develop and manage its programs and encourages participation in alliances with other organizations.

The agency's mission is to provide resources and services that meet the immediate needs and enable the long-term self-sufficiency of vulnerable and low-income populations.

Mission Statement

The mission of Community Action Agency of Northwest Alabama is:

Community Action changes people's lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves our communities, and makes America a better place to live. We care about the entire community, and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other."

- source: Community Action Agency of Northwest Alabama website