National Diaper Needs Awareness Week spotlight on AppCAA

Posted by VACAP

on September 23, 2024

Gate City, VA – Appalachian Community Action & Development Agency (AppCAA) today marked the beginning of National Diaper Needs Awareness Week. AppCAA is one of the pilot sites in Virginia for the groundbreaking Diaper Distribution Demonstration and Research Pilot (DDDRP) from the Office of Community Services (OCS). This video highlights the stories of families experiencing diaper need and the impact of the DDDRP program on those families. Virginia Community Action Partnerships’ (VACAP) whole family approach is making a difference in the lives of children and families. Discover how this initiative is not just distributing free diapers but also connecting low-income families in Appalachian Virginia with essential wraparound services. Watch this new video here.

Regina Lawrence, STOP’s CEO to Retire

by VACAP | Oct 1, 2024 | Member News

Norfolk, VA - Regina Lawrence, a 50-year employee of STOP Inc, with 14 of those years as CEO is retiring after years of service to Hampton Roads. Read more about her career and accomplishments from the New Journal & Guide article by Leonard E. Colvin here.

VACAP News for September 2024

by VACAP | Sep 27, 2024 | Housing / Homelessness, Member News, Virginia CSBG Office

Richmond VA - Inside this September 2024 Issue of VACAP News VACAP Summit: You don't want to miss this event! CSBG State Plan Accepted by OCS VACAP and AppCAA highlighted in Diaper Distribution Demonstration and Research Pilot video by OCS Member News Goodreads and...

STEPS Recognized with Outstanding Community Care Award

by VACAP | Sep 26, 2024 | Member News, Uncategorized

Nottoway County VA - On August 31, 2024 Nottoway County Democratic Committee presented the Outstanding Community Care Award to STEPS, Inc.

Madeline’s House Reopens in Farmville

by VACAP | Sep 26, 2024 | Housing / Homelessness, Member News

Farmville, VA - On September 13 STEPS held a region wide celebration of the reopening of Madeline’s House under STEPS leadership. Sharon Harrup and the amazing team at STEPS worked to restart domestic violences services in the region and have created a beautiful space...

FAHE 2024 Leadership Award Presented to AppCAA’s Lisa Barton

by VACAP | Sep 24, 2024 | Member News

Gate City, VA - Appalachian Community Action and Development Agency (AppCAA) announced that Lisa Barton recently received the 2024 FAHE Leadership Award. Barton was recognized for her advocacy leadership, having AppCAA as a strong partner in the Ballad Working Group,...

SERCAP President & CEO Nominated for Prestigious ATHENA Award

by VACAP | Sep 16, 2024 | Member News

Roanoke VA - Congratulations to Hope F. Cupit, SERCAP President and CEO, on her recent nomination for the prestigious ATHENA Award from the Roanoke Regional Chamber of Commerce. The Roanoke Regional Chamber's ATHENA Awards program recognizes and celebrates the...

Hope Cupit Named to Board

by VACAP | Aug 16, 2024 | Member News

Richmond VA - Governor Youngkin recently appointed Hope Cupit, CEO of SERCAP, Inc. to the Virginia Council on Environmental Justice Board. Read more here.

CAPUP Celebrates 60 Years of Service with New Leadership

by VACAP | Aug 9, 2024 | Member News

Richmond, VA - Capital Area Partnership Uplifting People (CAPUP) has appointed Michael Rogers as the organization's new President. "We are thrilled to welcome Michael as CAPUP's next President," said Tabitha Taylor, Chairperson of the Board of Directors. "His proven...

General Assembly State Plan Hearing

by VACAP | Aug 5, 2024 | Member News, Virginia CSBG Office

Richmond VA - Thirty staff leaders, board members and program participants from Community Action Agencies across the Commonwealth traveled to Richmond on Wednesday, July 31 for the every two year General Assembly CSBG State Plan hearing. The subcommittee of both state...