Community Action
Developing Communities. Expanding Opportunity. Improving Lives.
We strive to assist Kent County individuals, families, and communities to achieve lasting economic security and move out of poverty
The Community Action Division focuses on meeting emergency needs such as, but not limited to, food, utility assistance, housing, transportation and socialization for residents of Kent County. Additionally, we assist with areas of self-sufficiency, medical insurance enrollment, tax preparation and information and referral services.
Applications & Wait Lists
OPEN: Assistance for households throughout Kent County with metered water and wastewater utilities is now OPEN.
CLOSED: KCCA is no longer assisting with gas, deliverable fuels, or electric. The lists for rental / mortgage arrears and weatherization assistance are currently closed.
The first step to apply, call 616-632-7950 and follow the prompts to leave a voicemail on our assistance line. Please speak clearly, include your full name, address, and phone number in the message.
Please do not leave more than one message. This will only slow down the process.
Documents
- 2023 Annual Report
- 2023 Kent County HOME-ARP Allocation Plan
- 2024 DRAFT Kent County Community Development Annual Action Plan (AAP)
- 2023 Community Needs Assessments
- Strategic Plan 2021 - 2025
- 2022 Annual Report
- 2021 Reginal Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice
- 2021-2025 Kent County and Grand Rapids Consolidated Plan