Welcome to NMCAA’s New Website

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Welcome to NMCAA’s New Website

Welcome to Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency’s newly designed website! As we enter our 50th year, we are excited to unveil this fresh look and user-friendly design just for you. We’ve rebranded and restructured our site to make navigating it a breeze.

Our goal is to ensure you can find all the information you need with ease. You’ll discover everything you’re looking for, from our programs, volunteer opportunities, and/or upcoming events, they’re all right at your fingertips.

NMCAA offers Northwest Michigan programs through community action. Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency strives to change lives.
Easily Explore our Northwest Michigan Programs

Easily Explore Our Programs

We’ve organized all our programs on one convenient page. Additionally, you can now explore specific programs by county! We serve 10 counties in Northwest Michigan, including Antrim, Benzie, Charlevoix, Emmet, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, Leelanau, Roscommon, Wexford, and Missaukee. Specific services are only available in certain counties. Reviewing your region will help you discover what is offered in your location. If you have additional questions please contact us.

Each program is clearly categorized so you can find what you need quickly.

Our Core Programs

We have five main departments, each offering services across our region:

  • Housing & Energy Efficiency Services
    We reduce energy costs, improve health, and make homes safer through Emergency Repairs and Low-Income Weatherization.
  • Homeless Prevention Program
    Our mission is to make homelessness rare, brief, and non-recurring in our communities.
  • Homeownership and Financial Center
    We help low- to moderate-income households achieve financial independence through education and home counseling.
  • Child and Family Development
    From prenatal support to school readiness, our early childhood programs provide comprehensive services for infants, toddlers, and families.
  • Food Programs
    Fighting hunger is a priority. We offer food assistance through monthly distribution and senior nutrition programs.
New Services are Here

Economic Security Services

We’re proud to introduce our new Economic Security services, developed to listen and respond to community needs. These projects include:

  • The Laundry Project
    This initiative provides free washing and drying services at participating laundromats in Traverse City.
  • The Diaper Project
    Qualifying families can receive diapers free of charge through this service.

Need Help? We’re Here for You

If you need assistance or have any questions, look for the small widget on the left-hand side of your screen. From there, you can easily contact us by phone or submit a form. All we need is your first and last name, phone number, email, and details about how we can help. Don’t forget to include your county and any additional comments about your situation—this helps us connect you to the right resource.

Help is just one click away, and we are ready to assist you every step of the way.