Contact Information

185 E Main St, Ste 303

Benton Harbor, MI 49022

(269) 925-9077

contact@smcaa.com

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Office Hours

Monday - Friday

8:00am to 4:30pm

Southwest Michigan Community Action Agency
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SMCAA is dedicated to empowering diverse people in need and supporting their journey towards economic security.

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Our vision: to be a beacon of support in a strong, thriving community by helping people and changing lives.

USDA Non-Discrimination Statement

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In accordance with Federal Civil Rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Civil Rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior credible activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to all programs). Remedies and complaint filing deadlines vary by program or incident.

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Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible Agency or USDA's TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.

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To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at How to File a Program Discrimination Complaint and at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: program.intake@usda.gov.

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This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

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SMCAA is a private social service non-profit 501(c)(3) membership organization.

What is our mission?

SMCAA is dedicated to empowering diverse people in need and supporting their journey towards economic security.

 

Who We Are

Learn more about our mission, our values, our history, and why we do what we do.

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What We Do

We offer a variety of programs including emergency assistance, community development, and weatherization and housing development.

In The News

Stay current on SMCAA's involvement in the great community of Southwest Michigan.

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Our Progress

View the hard copies providing evidence of the change SMCAA is making on the fight against poverty.

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Who We Serve

SMCAA helps those less

fortunate in our community who

need assistance. We advocate for struggling individuals, providing them

with a variety of programs and opportunities. We serve the people in

economic need throughout Berrien,

Cass and Van Buren Counties in the

great State of Michigan.

Public Notices
Wait List for Senior Commodities

Into the extended future, CSFP will have a wait list. This is due to program restraints and an overwhelming number of clients being assisted. Thank you!

2020 Census Approaching

The 2020 Census gives our community the political power we deserve and the resources we've earned. Do not miss out -- be counted! Click here for more info.

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Statistics

Dive into the numbers of poverty within our state and learn why SMCAA is committed to our mission and vision for assisting those in economic need. 

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Poverty in MI
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Workshops

SMCAA's Homebuyer Education and Financial Capabilities Workshops assist people considering if homeownership is right for them. Taught by a certified counselor, these workshops are free to the public. 

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Calendar

Be in-the-know of all SMCAA's events across the tri-county area. Whether it be commodity distributions, Board of Directors meetings, or Stuff-A-Truck, you'll find our calendar of events here.

Upcoming Events

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