OUR AGENCY
ABOUT US
Northeast Iowa Community Action Corporation (NEICAC) is a private, non-profit community action agency that was incorporated on July 13, 1965.
We are locally controlled and represented by the private, public and low-income sectors of the community.
MISSION STATEMENT
Through dynamic partnerships, quality family services, advocacy and education, NEICAC advances community development and improves social and economic conditions for individuals and families with limited resources.
VISION STATEMENT
Create inclusive communities with equitable access to resources and opportunities where all individuals and families thrive.
CORE VALUES
Growth, Adaptability, Respect, Responsivness, Compassion & Collaboration.
America was built on the promise that every family should have opportunity for success. Whether our neighbors are experiencing a temporary setback or face continuous challenges to meet their basic needs – too many struggle to achieve a good quality of life. On a national level, nearly 40 million people are still living in poverty and even more are just a missed paycheck away from hardship. We believe everyone should be able to take care of their families and have an equal opportunity at success.
Northeast Iowa Community Action Corporation (NEICAC) provides the support and resources to improve the stability and quality of life for individuals and families with limited resources.
NEICAC provides assistance to those who need it the most. Our work enables individuals and families in NE Iowa to live, work, and contribute to their communities.

The first Executive Director of NEICAC was Neal Wiedenmann, followed by Richard E. Wagoner in August 1974. Richard Wagoner was followed by Mary Ann Humpal in June of 1989. Trisha Wilkins assumed her role as NEICAC’s Executive Director in December 2017.
NEICAC assists those living in the northeast Iowa counties of Allamakee, Bremer, Chickasaw, Clayton, Fayette, Howard, and Winneshiek with programs serving in all stages of life including: Family Services, Crisis Program, Food Pantries, Head Start & Early Head Start, Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, Weatherization, Affordable Housing, Earl Public Transit, Child & Adult Care Food Program, and Family Development & Self-Sufficiency Program. Click here to view our current programs rack card.
Community Action changes people’s lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities, and makes America a better place to live. We care about the entire community, and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other.
VIEW OUR DYNAMIC SWAY PRESENTATION
While scrolling through the presentation, click on the PROGRAM name (i.e Early Childhood 1966- present, Child & Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) 1981- present, etc.) to get a more detailed look at the program. (When links are selected a new window will open.)