Now Open 2026 NYSCAA Annual Conference
Main program September 16–18 · Arrival and early registration September 15 · Niagara Falls, NY
New York State Community Action Association
Strengthening New York’s Community Action Network
The New York State Community Action Association strengthens the capacity of the Community Action network to address the causes and conditions of poverty.
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Community Action Agencies are local organizations that connect people and families to services, supports, and resources based on community needs.
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2026 NYSCAA Annual Conference
Resilient by Nature: The Power of Community Action
September 16–18, 2026 · Niagara Falls Convention Center
Join Community Action colleagues from across New York for professional development, peer learning, and statewide connection. Featured keynotes include Allan Kehler on Wednesday and Chelsea Ambrose on Thursday. The live Whova agenda is the source for current session times, presenters, tracks, rooms, and updates.
Arrival Day
Tuesday, September 15 includes the NYSCAA Board of Directors Meeting, early registration from 3:00–4:45 PM, and Cocktails and Connections beginning at 5:00 PM.
Hotel Deadline
August 24, 2026
Hotel rooms must be booked separately.
Program at a Glance
Wednesday · Sept. 16
Allan Kehler keynote, concurrent sessions, and a legislative update with David Bradley and Community Action Awards during lunch.
Thursday · Sept. 17
Chelsea Ambrose keynote, I Have a Name documentary lunch, concurrent sessions, NCAP update, and conference reception.
Friday · Sept. 18
Breakfast, ELI 1.0 Graduation, ELI 2.0 Project Presentation, and conference closing remarks by 11:00 AM.
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Community Action in New York
Local agencies. Statewide network. Shared mission.
Community Action Agencies work in communities across New York to address the causes and conditions of poverty. NYSCAA supports this network through training, technical assistance, resources, and opportunities for agencies to learn from one another.
Locally rooted
Agencies respond to the needs of their own communities and connect people to practical supports.
Mission focused
The network works to strengthen families, support economic stability, and improve community outcomes.
Connected statewide
NYSCAA brings agencies together for shared learning, planning, resources, and statewide coordination.
What NYSCAA Provides
Three core areas of support for the network
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Training and Professional Development
Courses, webinars, conferences, and learning opportunities that help Community Action staff build skills and strengthen programs.
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2
Technical Assistance and Resources
Tools, guidance, data resources, and support designed to help agencies plan, report, improve services, and respond to community needs.
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3
Network Connection
Peer groups, shared learning spaces, statewide convenings, and opportunities for Community Action staff to connect across roles and regions.
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Statewide Network
Community Action reaches every region of New York
NYSCAA was created in 1987 to strengthen New York’s Community Action network. Today, NYSCAA supports local agencies with information, professional development, technical assistance, data tools, and statewide connection.
47 Community Action Agencies in New York
1987 NYSCAA created to support the network
1,000+ Community Action Agencies nationally
1964 Community Action movement established
Poverty in New York
Data and resources to support Community Action work
NYSCAA provides poverty data, reports, and planning tools that help agencies understand local needs, tell the story of Community Action, and support data-informed decision-making.
2025 New York State Poverty Report
Explore statewide poverty data and trends through NYSCAA’s latest Poverty Report.
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NYSCAA Data Hub
Access data tools and Community Needs Assessment resources for planning and reporting.
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Across the Network
Current NYSCAA initiatives
Network Spotlight
Shine the Light
Celebrate Community Action staff and stories from across New York State.
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Shared Learning
NYSCAA Book Club
Join network conversations connected to leadership, service, and Community Action work.
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Opportunities
Current ways to participate
Explore the Live Conference Agenda
Review the latest session times, presenters, tracks, room assignments, descriptions, venue information, and attendee logistics maintained in Whova.
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Sponsor and Exhibitor Packages
Connect your organization with Community Action leaders, staff, and partners from across New York State.
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Membership
Connect with New York’s Community Action Network
NYSCAA membership helps Community Action staff, board members, partners, and supporters stay connected to statewide training, resources, events, and network updates.
Access learning opportunities
Stay informed about trainings, conferences, webinars, and professional development.
Stay connected
Receive updates, resources, and opportunities connected to Community Action work across New York.
Support the mission
Join others working to address the causes and conditions of poverty in New York.
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Funding & Support
Helping Strengthen Community Action in New York
NYSCAA receives funding in part from the New York State Department of State, Division of Community Services.
This support helps NYSCAA provide training, technical assistance, resources, data tools, and statewide connection for New York’s Community Action network.
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Contributions help expand NYSCAA’s ability to share resources, support the network, and strengthen Community Action across New York State.
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