At Lakes & Prairies Community Action Partnership (CAPLP) we provide a wide array of programs and services that are designed to meet the unique needs of the children, families and seniors that live in the communities we serve. All of our programs and services work together to help us achieve our mission to Eliminate Poverty, Empower Families, and Engage Communities. We believe in a holistic approach to helping people build a better future for their families.  ‘

CAPLP is part of a national network of Community Action Agencies that work together as America’s Poverty Fighting Network. Our work is guided by the Promise of Community Actions which is: Community Action changes people’s lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves 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.

What We Do:

• Economic Empowerment
  • Financial Fitness
  • Workforce Development
  • Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)
  • Home Buyer Education & Counseling
• Children & Families          
  • Head Start Program
  • Supporting Quality Child Care
  • Connecting Families to Quality Child Care
  • Rainbow Bridge Parenting Time Center
• Health & Wellness
  • Food & Nutrition
  • MNSure Navigator and Medicare Counseling Assistance
  • Independent Living for Seniors
• Housing Stability
  • Emergency Assistance
  • Supportive Housing Program
  • Group Workcamp Home Repair Project