ABOUT

Klamath and Lake Community Action Services is a private non-profit organization and the designated Community Action Agency serving Klamath and Lake Counties. We assess community needs and coordinate with community partners to leverage resources and provide high-quality, responsive services.

We are governed by a tripartite Board of Directors who represent the low-income, private and elected official sectors of our community.

To view or download our FY 25 - 28 Strategic Plan, click here.

To view or download our 2023 IRS 990 form, click here.

Our current Board of Directors are:

Rod Duarte, Private
Margaret Fabrizio, Private
Dawn Neal-Ruiz, Low-income
Vicki Partridge-Hiland, Private
Commissioner Andy Nichols, Elected Official
Commissioner James Williams, Elected Official

If you are interested in joining our Board of Directors, please contact our Board Vice-Chair, Margaret Fabrizio at margaretf@klcas.org.

Mission Statement:

We address individual and family needs and make connections to promote communities that thrive.

Vision Statement:

We envision an equitable future where every individual and family has access to resources and support to break the cycle of poverty, where our services are no longer needed.

Values Statement:

KLCAS commits to treating everyone who crosses our path with honesty and respect. We support and advocate for individuals and families, restoring hope by providing our services with transparency, empathy and confidentiality. We approach our work with integrity and hold ourselves and each other accountable.

Core Values:

Honesty- We will be sincere and truthful.
Respect- We will meet people where they are.
Advocate- We will support our participants.
Transparency- We will be open and honest.
Empathy- We will be sensitive to the experiences of others.
Confidentiality- We will protect private information.
Integrity- We will do the right thing even if no one is watching.

Our lobby hours are Monday through Thursday from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm and 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm.

Our office is closed in observance of all federal holidays.

You can pick up energy assistance or rental assistance applications outside our front entrance.

You can also call to request an application by mail or email.