Community Assistance Center

What Community Assistance Center does

Community Assistance Center (CAC) is a 501(c)(3) social-services nonprofit founded in 1981 and headquartered in Conroe, Texas, that delivers crisis intervention and emergency aid to residents of Montgomery County. Its service mix includes a food pantry distributing over one million pounds of food annually, a clothing closet, rental and utility-bill assistance, case management, and a Permanent Supportive Housing program for clients experiencing chronic homelessness. CAC also runs Pop-Up Produce Markets that extend mobile food distribution into underserved areas. Through four sites in Conroe, Willis, and Splendora, plus a mobile market, the organization served more than 35,000 neighbors in its most recent reporting period and coordinates with more than 40 partner agencies.

CAC's operating model is a hybrid of direct service provision, community-based fundraising, and cross-sector partnerships. Beneficiaries access services primarily through in-person intake at CAC sites or via referrals from schools, hospitals, county agencies, and a network of six or more energy-utility partners that route bill-payment crises to CAC. The organization's revenue mechanics are diversified across individual donations, corporate sponsorships, grants, fundraising events such as the annual Community Care Day, and sales from its thrift store. Charity Navigator's 4-star rating and Candid Platinum accreditation serve as third-party validators that lower donor due-diligence friction and support fundraising conversion.

The organization is governed as a community-based nonprofit with a staff of 11-50 employees and is currently led by CEO Alisann Schweiker, whose recent appointment is associated with the MISSION45 anniversary campaign and continued programmatic expansion. CAC's underlying technology stack is light: case management is handled through Social Solutions Apricot, with no disclosed proprietary AI, data, or platform assets. Its competitive position rests on 45 years of regional entrenchment, a dense partner ecosystem, and physical-plus-mobile distribution reach across Montgomery County.

Name

Community Assistance Center

Legal name

Community Assistance Center

Website

https://cac-mctx.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1981

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Community Assistance Center is a Conroe, Texas-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1981 that provides crisis intervention, food, clothing, housing, and utility assistance to residents of Montgomery County, serving more than 35,000 neighbors annually across four sites.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Conroe

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: Monthly recurring donations and one-time monetary donations from individuals, including the MISSION45 anniversary campaign seeking 45 new $1,000 investors
2. Corporate Sponsorships: Annual sponsorships through Community In Action program, special event sponsorships (Duck Race, Hops for Hope, Legacy Soiree, Strikeout Hunger)
3. Unique Resale Shop: Thrift store selling donated furniture, clothing, and household items; proceeds support CAC programs
4. In-Kind Donations: Receipted donations of food, clothing, furniture, and household items from community members

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Community Assistance Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit social services organization that delivers free emergency and preventative assistance to Montgomery County, Texas residents facing financial hardship. Its core programs include Basic Needs Crisis Intervention (rent, mortgage, utilities, prescriptions, emergency shelter vouchers), a Client Choice Food Pantry, Clothing Vouchers redeemed at its Unique Resale thrift shop, Disaster Relief, the Hand-Up Initiative case-management program, Permanent Supportive Housing, Utility Assistance, and Community Education classes. Programs are provided at no cost to qualifying clients and funded through donations, sponsorships, thrift-store revenue, and fundraising events.

Product overview

Community Assistance Center offers a comprehensive suite of social services for Montgomery County residents experiencing financial hardship. The core offering consists of emergency and preventative assistance programs including Basic Needs Crisis Intervention (rent/mortgage, utilities, emergency shelter), a Client Choice Food Pantry allowing clients to select food items matching their needs, a Clothing Voucher Program for clothing and household goods through the Unique Resale Shop, Disaster Relief services, the Hand-Up Initiative providing case management and life skills training, Permanent Supportive Housing for chronically homeless individuals, Utility Assistance partnerships with multiple energy providers, and Community Education programs. Services are accessed primarily through an online appointment scheduling system.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Basic Needs Crisis Intervention Temporary financial assistance for rent/mortgage, utilities, prescriptions, and emergency shelter vouchers to qualifying Montgomery County clients experiencing unexpected financial crisis or need.
• Client Choice Food Pantry Dignity-preserving client-choice food pantry resembling a small grocery market where clients select fresh produce, proteins, and shelf-stable items based on their family's specific needs at no cost.
• Clothing Voucher Program Vouchers allowing eligible clients to shop at the Unique Resale Shop and select clothing they would feel confident wearing, typically providing five full outfits per household member every six months.
• Disaster Relief Assistance for individuals and families affected by flooding, hurricanes, house fires, and COVID-19, providing support for rent, mortgage, utility payments, and in-kind donations.
• Hand-Up Initiative Goal-setting and training program providing comprehensive case management through community service providers, with formal curriculum in counseling, education, employment, financial literacy, life skills, nutrition, and parenting skills for permanent recovery and stability.
• Permanent Supportive Housing Pairs affordable housing assistance with case management and supportive services to promote independent living for chronically homeless individuals, connecting them with healthcare, treatment, and employment services.
• Utility Assistance Utility bill assistance delivered in partnership with Entergy, MidSouth Electric Cooperative, TXU Energy Aid, Reliant Energy, Sam Houston Electric Cooperative, and Direct Energy for qualifying households facing disconnection or financial hardship.
• Community Education Educational programs empowering clients with knowledge in counseling, financial literacy, life skills, nutrition, navigation of mainstream benefits, parenting skills, senior lunch and learn, and job skills training.
• Unique Resale Shop Thrift store accepting donated clothing, furniture, and household items, providing affordable shopping options while generating revenue to support CAC programs and services.

Quantifiable outcome

• Served 35,000+ neighbors in 2025
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• CenterPoint EnergycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 April 2026Community Care Day partnership hosting 40+ non-profit agencies for a one-day event providing free services and resources to Montgomery County residents at Lone Star College System Office.
• Montgomery County Food BankcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partnership for Pop-Up Produce Markets delivering free fresh produce to CAC clients across Montgomery County locations including Willis, New Caney, and Conroe. Montgomery County Food Bank provides the produce while CAC coordinates distribution.
• Baker RipleycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFree tax preparation services for individuals and families earning up to $58,000 annually. Baker Ripley representatives provide walk-in tax assistance at CAC offices every Tuesday and Thursday from February through tax deadline.
• Conroe Noon Lions ClubcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSponsor of vision screening program providing free eye exams for Montgomery County residents below Federal Poverty level. CAC provides referrals and appointment coordination.
• Entergy (Power to C.A.R.E. Program)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUtility assistance partnership providing emergency energy-related assistance up to twice per calendar year for residents 60+ or 55+ with documented disability.
• MidSouth Electric Cooperative Charitable FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBill assistance for MidSouth EC members in crisis, including those 50+, disabled veterans, households with children, foster families, or those experiencing unexpected financial crisis.
• TXU Energy AidcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAssistance program for neighbors with documented crisis, providing once-per-calendar-year assistance for residential properties excluding late fees and disconnect/reconnect fees.
• Reliant Energy (CARE Program)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUtility assistance for Reliant Energy customers with active accounts, providing once-per-calendar-year assistance based on program qualifications.
• Sam Houston Electric Cooperative (Helping Hands Program)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNon-profit program providing $100 pledges under documented crisis for members facing financial or physical distress.
• Direct Energy (Neighbor-to-Neighbor Program)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBill assistance for qualified customers meeting CAC hardship/crisis criteria, with maximum annual assistance limit of $700 for deposits or fees.
• First Methodist Conroe (ID Restoration Ministry)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to assist individuals needing to acquire official state identification (Driver's License, Birth Certificate, or Social Security Card) necessary for employment, housing, and benefits access.
• Kendra ScottminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGiveback event where Kendra Scott donates 20% of proceeds from sales during the event period to CAC.
• Truluck's The WoodlandsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRise & Shine Breakfast hosted and underwritten by Truluck's The Woodlands, with all proceeds benefiting CAC programs and services.
• Margaritaville Lake Conroe ResortcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerVenue partner for signature events including Duck Race and Legacy Soiree, donating event space and amenities.
• Houston Methodist The Woodlands HospitalcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner2026 Community Partner of the Year honoree at Legacy Soiree, supporting CAC's mission to strengthen Montgomery County neighbors.
• West Conroe Baptist ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner2026 Faith Partner of the Year honoree, recognized for commitment of time, hearts, resources and talents to serve and transform lives.
• Lone Star Family Health CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare partner providing community health services, represented on CAC's Board of Directors and supporting community wellness initiatives.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Interfaith of The Woodlands: Adjacent Montgomery County nonprofit delivering food, clothing, financial assistance, and case management to neighbors in need. Operates with a similar community-led model, multiple locations, and a thrift-style resale operation — directly comparable in mission, services, and donor base.
• Montgomery County Food Bank: Regional food bank that is also a CAC partner, distributing food through partner agencies. Comparable as a food-insecurity-focused nonprofit in the same county, with overlapping client base but distinct role as a wholesale food distributor versus CAC's direct-service model.
• BakerRipley: Houston-area multiservice nonprofit providing emergency assistance, financial coaching, immigration, and senior services — and a CAC partner delivering free tax preparation. Comparable as a multi-program social services nonprofit serving low-income households in the Greater Houston region.

Broad incumbents

• Houston Food Bank: Largest food bank in the U.S. feeding Southeast Texas through a network of partner agencies. Comparable in food distribution mission but operates at vastly larger scale and as an aggregator/wholesaler rather than a direct-service agency like CAC.
• The Salvation Army Greater Houston: National faith-based nonprofit with Greater Houston presence providing emergency assistance, food, shelter, rent/utility help, and disaster relief. Comparable in service breadth (rental assistance, food, disaster relief) but at a much larger regional scale.
• Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston: Regional Catholic Charities agency providing emergency financial assistance, food, housing support, case management, and disaster response across Southeast Texas. Comparable multi-program social services model at a broader geographic and institutional scale than CAC.
• United Way of Greater Houston: Major regional funder and convener of social services across Greater Houston, including Montgomery County. Comparable as a donor/convener for the same client population, though operating a funder model rather than direct service delivery like CAC.

Emerging players

• Houston Habitat for Humanity: Regional Habitat affiliate focused on affordable homeownership and critical home repairs in Greater Houston. Overlaps with CAC's housing stability mission but specializes in housing supply/ownership rather than CAC's emergency rental and homeless services.
• Lone Star Family Health Center: Federally Qualified Health Center serving Montgomery County with primary care, behavioral health, and pharmacy — and a CAC healthcare partner. Comparable as a safety-net provider for the same low-income Montgomery County population, but focused on clinical rather than social services.

Regional players

• Meals on Wheels Montgomery County: Local Meals on Wheels affiliate providing home-delivered meals to seniors in Montgomery County — a primary CAC service population. Comparable in mission (senior nutrition support) and geography but narrower scope than CAC's multiservice model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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