LCCAA Lorain County Community Action Agency

10/04/2026

New data from the U.S. Census Bureau shows that median household income increased and the official poverty rate declined nationally in 2025. The data provides an important snapshot of economic conditions, while individual and household experiences can vary significantly.

If you need help, reach out to Lorain County Community Action Agency. Visit our website to learn about the programs we offer. If LCCAA isn’t the right resource for your situation, we can often connect you with a community partner who is.

Read the coverage in the Ohio Capital Journal

https://ohiocapitaljournal.com/2026/09/17/repub/census-data-shows-us-poverty-rate-drops-to-lowest-on-record-but-experts-are-cautious/

Read the U.S. Census Bureau reports

https://www.census.gov/newsroom/press-releases/2026/income-poverty-health-insurance-coverage.html

The official poverty rate in the United States dipped slightly by half a percentage point last year to a historic low of 10.2%, according to U.S. Census Bureau data released Tuesday.

10/04/2026

LCCAA is grateful for everyone who donated through Connect to a Cause or attended our Annual W**e Tasting. If you missed these events and want to support our mission, you can always donate through our website.

We accept donations via PayPal or directly to our Endowment Fund at the Community Foundation of Lorain County. You can even create a recurring donation and support us every month!

Learn more: https://www.lccaa.net/donate/

10/03/2026

The Administration for Children and Families has proposed a rule that would make sweeping changes across nearly every part of how Head Start operates, and the public comment period is open now through October 6, 2026.

Your voice matters! You don’t need to be a policy expert, just share your story and your thoughts.

https://loom.ly/_nDk_xM

10/03/2026

Applications for the Mary Lee Tucker Clothe a Child Program are due by Oct. 9.

Head Start families, see your Family Service Assistant for details, or email [email protected].

Clothe a Child is open to children ages 4 to 12 years old who were not helped last year.

10/02/2026

LCCAA’s Produce Center is open to all residents of Lorain County living at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level.

The center, on 10th Street behind LCCAA’s administrative headquarters, distributes fresh produce and other food items by appointment on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Pre-ordering is required and clients can order every week.

Click here to learn more, place your order and learn about volunteer opportunities.

https://www.lccaa.net/produce-center/

10/02/2026

LCCAA Head Start Nutrition staff look for ways to introduce children to new foods. These Try Day experiences involve all five senses and, often, an opportunity to learn how the food is grown or made.

The first Try Day experience of the school year was a fresh peach! Students talked about the color, texture, smell and taste. Try Days help children overcome hesitations around new textures and flavors in a fun, social school setting. Opinions varied but everyone was encouraged to give it a try.

10/01/2026

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10/01/2026

As part of the Healthy Fathering Collaborative of Greater Cleveland, LCCAA Head Start centers participated in the 21st Annual Fathers Walk.

Fathers and father figures were invited to walk their children to school in an extra special visit.

Thank you to all the dads who participated. Watch for future opportunities to visit, or contact your child’s teacher to arrange a time!

09/30/2026

Supporters and friends gathered at Giuseppe’s W**e Cellar in Amherst to help advance the mission of Lorain County Community Action Agency last week.

The annual w**e tasting event featured food from Cole's Public House and w**e curated by long-time supporter Giuseppe's. Guests had an opportunity to win a bottle in a w**e pull and participate in a 50/50 raffle.

Thank you to all who attended and sponsored the event.

09/30/2026

Summer Crisis ends today! If you have started an application, you MUST turn in all your documents by 4 p.m. TODAY, September 30.

For complete information on this program, please visit our website.