Garrett County Community Action Committee

What Garrett County Community Action Committee does

Garrett County Community Action Committee Inc. (GCCAC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community services organization founded in 1965 and headquartered in Oakland, Maryland. It is one of Maryland's 19 designated Community Action Agencies and operates within the national network of 1,000+ Community Action Agencies coordinated by the National Community Action Partnership. The organization delivers a broad portfolio of human services across Garrett County's eight municipalities, organized into six core program areas: Asset Development (financial coaching, homeownership education, weatherization, LIHEAP/MEAP energy assistance, VITA tax preparation), Child & Family Development (Early Head Start, Head Start, Judy Center early learning hub), Community Economic Development (affordable housing development and rehabilitation), Senior Services (five senior center nutrition sites, ombudsman advocacy, health and fitness programs), Service Coordination (emergency food pantry, shelter, rapid rehousing, homeless prevention, Housing Choice Voucher administration), and Transportation (Garrett Transit Service). Underlying infrastructure includes a public transportation dispatch system, client case databases for service coordination, and energy-audit diagnostic equipment for the weatherization program.

GCCAC's revenue model is dominated by federal grants and pass-through funding — Head Start, Early Head Start, LIHEAP/MEAP, CSBG, and weatherization funds — supplemented by state grants from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development, rental income from the 680+ multi-family affordable housing units managed through a partnership with Garrettland Inc., modest transit fares ($3-$7 per trip), private donations supporting the food pantry, and pay-what-you-can senior dining. The organization employs between 101 and 250 staff and serves roughly one in four Garrett County residents and one in three households. Go-to-market is community-led: residents access services through walk-in service centers, phone/email intake, online enrollment forms, partner referrals (Garrett County Health Department, Maryland Physicians Care, Garrett College), and a network of senior nutrition sites. Strategic priorities are articulated through a 2Gen (two-generation) framework that pairs child-focused programs with adult asset-building, and the 2023 transition to President Chris Mullett signals continuity of community-development focus areas across all six service lines.

Name

Garrett County Community Action Committee

Legal name

Garrett County Community Action Committee Inc.

Website

https://garrettcac.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1965

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Garrett County Community Action Committee is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit Community Action Agency founded in 1965 that delivers Head Start, senior services, affordable housing, transit, weatherization, and emergency assistance across Garrett County, Maryland's eight municipalities, serving roughly 1 in 4 residents.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Social Services

NAICS

Civic and Social Organizations (81341), Child and Youth Services (62411), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120), Child Care Services (6244), Administration of Housing Programs, Urban Planning, and Community Development (9251)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Real Estate Agents & Managers (For Others) (6531)

akta.pro primary industry

Community Centers & Neighborhood Support Services (BPAGAEAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Affordable Housing & Community Development (Housing, Community Land Trusts) (BPAGALAC), Affordable Rental & Multifamily Housing Finance Programs (LIHTC/Tax Credits/Subsidized Loans) (FSALAKAF), Active Adult / Senior Community Association Management (BPAJAHAJ), Family & Parenting Support Services (BPAGAEAC)

Keywords

• Community social services
• Affordable housing programs
• Early childhood education
• Senior nutrition services
• Rural public transportation

Headquarters

HQ city

Oakland

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Federal Grants and Funding: Primary revenue stream includes federal funding from programs such as Head Start, Early Head Start, LIHEAP/MEAP, and other community action block grants. These funds support the organization's core service delivery operations.
2. Rental Housing Operations: The organization develops and manages over 700 affordable rental housing units, generating rental income from tenants. Properties are managed in partnership with Garrettland, Inc.
3. Donations and Contributions: Private donations support emergency food pantry and other services. The organization accepts financial gifts and product donations for food distribution.
4. Transportation Fares: Garrett Transit Service generates revenue through passenger fares based on distance traveled, with reduced rates for seniors and disabled riders.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Garrett County Community Action Committee Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that delivers community-based social services across six core program areas: Asset Development (financial coaching, homeownership, weatherization, energy assistance), Child & Family Development (Early Head Start and Head Start early childhood education), Community Economic Development (affordable housing development and management of over 700 rental units), Senior Services (senior centers, nutrition programs, fitness), Service Coordination (emergency food, shelter, rapid rehousing, homeless prevention), and Transportation (Garrett Transit Service). Services target low-income individuals, families, children, and seniors throughout Garrett County, Maryland.

Product overview

Garrett County Community Action Committee (GCCAC) Inc. is a nonprofit community services organization offering a comprehensive portfolio of social service programs organized into six core service areas: Asset Development (financial coaching, homeownership programs, weatherization, and energy assistance), Child & Family Development (Early Head Start and Head Start early childhood education), Community Economic Development (affordable housing development and economic revitalization), Senior Services (senior centers, nutrition, health/fitness, and advocacy), Service Coordination (emergency food, shelter, rapid rehousing, homeless prevention, and energy assistance), and Transportation (Garrett Transit Service public transit). Additional programs include the 360 Access Hub food pantry, Let's Drive scholarship, VITA tax assistance, and the Judy Center early learning hub. The organization serves Garrett County residents since 1965 as part of Maryland's 19 Community Action Agencies.

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Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Garrett Transit Service (GTS): Public transportation provider for Garrett County, offering affordable and convenient transportation services with wheelchair-accessible buses and vans.

Products and services

• Asset Development Program
• Child & Family Development Program (Head Start / Early Head Start)
• Community Economic Development Program
• Senior Services Program
• Service Coordination Program
• Garrett Transit Service (GTS)

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 500 individuals and families achieved homeownership through the Pathway to Homeownership Program
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• National Community Action Partnership (NCAP)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational membership organization that links the nation's 1,000+ Community Action Agencies to each other and to leaders looking for solutions that connect Americans to greater opportunity. GCCAC is part of this national network providing shared resources, best practices, and collective advocacy.
• Maryland Community Action Partnership (MCAP)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState-level nonprofit association advocating for Maryland's 19 Community Action Agencies. Works with state government (General Assembly, Department of Housing and Community Development) and national organizations to shape public policy.
• Garrettland, Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for property management of over 700 affordable rental housing units developed by GCCAC. Garrettland, Inc. manages these properties across multiple locations in Garrett County MD and Terra Alta/Kingwood WV.
• Garrett County Health DepartmentmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership in 360 Access Hub food pantry and resource hub initiative. Also represented on GCCAC Board of Directors through Tiffany Fratz, Director for Adult Evaluation and Review Services.
• Maryland Physicians CaremajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare partner in 360 Access Hub food pantry and resource hub, serving neighbors by appointment and helping them qualify for upcoming distributions.
• Garrett CollegemajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Senior Health & Fitness Club @ CARC, providing full access to Garrett College Community Aquatics & Recreation Complex for Garrett County residents age 60 and older. Board representation from Garrett College (Kaitlyn Glotfelty, Director of Professional & Community Education).
• Garrett County GovernmentmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPublic partners including Garrett County Commissioners who appoint public representatives to GCCAC Board. Collaboration on grant applications and community development projects through Community Development Director serving as grant circuit rider for Garrett municipalities.
• Garrett County Department of Social ServicesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRepresented on GCCAC Board of Directors through Ben Bernard from Adult Services. Collaboration on workforce solutions and other human services programs.
• County United WayminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity partner listed on GCCAC resource links page, supporting fundraising and community resource coordination.
• Widmyer Driving SchoolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal driver's education provider offering courses (online or in-person) to Garrett County students who receive Let's Drive scholarships from GCCAC. Scholarship covers full tuition cost.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/CACofGarrettMD
• Facebookfacebook.com/profile.php
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/gccac
• Instagraminstagram.com/garrettcommunityaction

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Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors2 records

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