When President Lyndon Johnson began the "War on Poverty" in 1964 his goal
was to provide the opportunity for every American to enjoy the benefits of
the nation’s "Great Society."
As part of the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964, a network of local
organizations, known as Community Action Agencies, have pioneered
programs which have lifted millions out of the shadow of poverty by "giving a
hand, not a handout."
While much has been accomplished, the struggle to provide all citizens with
the opportunity to work and the opportunity to live in decency and dignity
continues.
In central Wisconsin, CAP Services has been on the frontline of the war on
poverty since 1966. As a private, non-profit corporation, CAP offers programs in
Marquette, Outagamie, Portage, Waupaca and Waushara counties.
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additional information on Community Action Agencies in Wisconsin.
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