Community Action Connections - CAC

10/21/2026

In Memory of
Judith A. Gidley-Shaffer
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Honoring the memory of Judith A. Gidley-Shaffer with a heartfelt tribute for family and loved ones

10/19/2026

10/19/2026

Celebrating Confidence, Empowerment & Self-Love!

Our community friends at Lovin' Me 911 are celebrating their 5th anniversary with a special “Loving the Skin I'm In” Body Positivity Fashion Show Fundraiser!

Saturday, November 7, 2026
Riverfront Hotel – 50 Comstock St., Richland
Social Hour: 4:00 PM
Fashion Show: 5:00 PM

The evening will include a fashion show, silent auction, and more, all while celebrating self-love, confidence, and empowerment! 💕

This is an 18+ event. Scan the QR code on the flyer for ticket information.

Let's show our support for organizations making a difference in our community!

10/19/2026

Need Help with Food, Cash, or Medical Benefits?

Great news! The DSHS Mobile Office is coming to Kennewick to help community members access important services and resources!

Wednesday, October 21, 2026
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Grace Clinic – Kennewick

✅ Apply for food assistance (SNAP)
✅ Get help with cash assistance
✅ Apply for medical benefits
✅ Get questions answered about DSHS services

Getting connected to resources shouldn't be difficult! Stop by and see what assistance may be available to you and your family.

Help us spread the word! Share this with someone who may benefit from these services.

10/19/2026

📣💙 Calling All Youth Ages 16–24!

Your voice matters, and here's an opportunity to make it heard! ✨

Our community partners are hosting a Youth Advocacy Conference focused on empowering young people, building connections, and making a difference in our community!

Thursday, October 22, 2026
5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Lutheran Community Services NW
7011 W. Canal Drive, Suite G, Kennewick

✅ Youth advocacy and leadership
✅ Voter registration opportunities
✅ Guest speakers and breakout sessions
✅ Community resources for youth and families

🙌 Parents and guardians are welcome, too!

💙 Help us spread the word! Share this opportunity with a young person who wants to get involved and make their voice heard!

10/19/2026

🎃🍂 Fall Fun for Everyone! 🍁

Looking for something fun to do with the family? Our friends at Columbia Ability Alliance are hosting their Fall For All Festival, and everyone is invited! 🧡

Friday, October 23, 2026
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
900 S. Dayton St., Kennewick

🎃 Pumpkin painting
🍬 Trunk-or-treat
🎯 Games and prizes
🍰 Cake walk
🍴 Food vendors

✨ FREE and family-friendly!

Come enjoy an evening of fall fun and community connections!

💙 Help us spread the word by sharing with friends and family!

10/16/2026

💙 In loving memory of Judith Ann Gidley.

In lieu of flowers, her family kindly requests donations to the Judith A. Gidley Family Resource Center (JAG).

Please scan the QR code to donate in her memory. Thank you for your kindness and support. 💙

10/15/2026

Welcome Bianca Valenzuela (She/Her/Ella), our new Assessment Specialist II at CAC’s JAG Family Resource Center!

Bianca brings three years of experience helping youth and young adults in Yakima County build stability and work toward their employment and housing goals. She looks forward to growing in her role while being an advocate, listener, and supporter for families in need.

Outside of work, she enjoys horror and thriller movies, hiking in the beautiful PNW, and exploring good food!

We’re happy to have you on the team, Bianca!

10/15/2026

Please join us in welcoming Maria Duncan to the CAC team as our new Program Assistant II at the JAG Center!

Maria brings more than seven years of experience working with children, adults, and the elderly, along with a heart for helping people in need. Outside of work, she enjoys family time, music, cooking, and summer days outdoors.

“I look forward to making a positive impact throughout my time at this organization.”

We’re happy you’re here, Maria!

10/15/2026

Help us celebrate Anabel, our Director of Weatherization, on her nomination to the Weatherization Advisory Committee! 🎉
Her dedication to helping families have safer, more comfortable homes shines through in her work. We’re proud to see her recognized. Congratulations, Anabel well deserved! 💙