A new program helps eligible residents purchase battery storage to extend electrical power during the next power outage. Incentives can cover 100% of the purchase costs for customers who have home medical equipment or are income-qualified. It’s called the Self-Generation Incentive Program, and it provides qualifying residents with a home battery that will extend your […]
Chandra Alexandre CEO, Community Action Marin addresses the crowd before the march and car caravan. The event highlighted census participation and civic engagement for change. Voter registration by the League of Women Voters Community Action Marin staffers Sandra Huey, Cassie Ristine,and Laurel Hill with Chandra Alexandre. Francisco Garcia, son Nicolas and daughters Josie (seated) and […]
When times are tough, a bit of kind understanding and a warm voice saying your application has been processed successfully will make it a great day. Chris Miranda, Data Specialist, takes warm professionalism to heart as he helps clients navigate a variety of safety net services, from rent and cash assistance, to utilities bills and […]
You or someone you know may be eligible for help with paying their home energy bill. Community Action Marin is the local administrator of the federally-funded Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). Our Energy Program also acts as a conduit to other energy assistance and residential conservation programs. Reaching over 800 households each year, the […]
In support of the Black Lives Matter movement and its call for civic engagement, especially during a Presidential election year, Community Action Marin invites a community response to racism that helps get out the vote and increases Marin’s count among hard-to-count populations in the census. Community Action Marin, the county’s official anti-poverty agency, stands for […]
We know how hard it has been to stay connected to colleagues, friends, and community during this uncertain time. Feelings of isolation, anxiety, stress, or sadness have only been made worse during the shelter-in-place months we have endured, especially for those of us who struggle with our mental health. To help us all back to […]
From crossroads to her vocation. Living in Atlanta, Kenisha Arlove was at a personal crossroads. Recently divorced, she was essentially starting over, and she wanted a better life for her children. She had no job at the time, except driving occasionally for Uber and Lyft to make ends meet. A friend told her about a […]
The spirit of the people is palpable. From unheard voices to hundreds of thousands coming together against racism in powerful, peaceful protests around the globe. From invisible injustices to more than eight million Black Lives Matter hashtags, some with videos of police violence against Black men, women, and children, on just one day (May […]
“Being surrounded all these years by incredible staff has made me feel like I’m part of something bigger. It’s a family that supports everyone in sickness and in health. They comfort you just like a family does and help you get through very hard life- changing episodes.” – Sarah Philipsheck Operations and Transport Manager […]
We’ve heard a lot lately that we’re living in unprecedented times. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s, “fierce urgency of now” has perhaps never been more important than it is today as a call to pay attention, to wake up, and to do something. It’s hard to believe that it was over a half-century ago when […]