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​Mid Michigan Community Action Agency (Mid Michigan CAA) is asking for feedback from the public on its 2026 Community Action Plan. This plan explains how the agency will use federal Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) funds to help low-income people across Bay, Clare, Gladwin, Mecosta, Midland, Muskegon, Oceana, and Osceola Counties. The public comment period is open from August 15 to September 15, 2025.
 
“Community Action is about local solutions that make a real difference,” said Mark Polega, Executive Director. “We want to hear from the people we serve to make sure our plan meets their needs.”
 
In the past year, Mid Michigan Community Action has:
-Helped over 6,000 households and nearly 10,000 people
-Moved 177 families from homelessness into housing
-Weatherized 190 homes and prevented 227 foreclosures
-Distributed 1.6 million pounds of food
-Filed 846 free tax returns, bringing back $950,000 in refunds
 
With a $20 million budget and over 180 employees, Mid Michigan CAA works with local landlords, contractors, schools, and businesses to build stronger communities.
 
You can read the plan below, in person at any Community Action Center during business hours, or by emailing [email protected] or texting 989-386-3805 to request a copy. Please send your written comments by September 15, 2025, to Eva Rohlman, Outreach & Opportunities Director at PO Box 768, Farwell, MI 48622 or [email protected].
 
Mid Michigan Community Action guides local residents on the path to self-sufficiency through empowerment, education, and community enrichment. For more information, visit www.mmcaa.org or follow @MidMichiganCommunityAction on social media.

​Mid Michigan Community Action has drafted the Fiscal Year 2025 Community Action Plan for review by officials and residents within our service area. The plan serves as a roadmap demonstrating how Mid Michigan Community Action plans to deliver Community Service Block Grant services in Bay, Clare, Gladwin, Mecosta, Midland, Muskegon, Oceana, and Osceola Counties.
 
The Community Action Plan is available for public comments from August 15, 2024 to September 15, 2024. During this period, a copy of the plan can be accessed online at www.mmcaa.org or in person at any Mid Michigan Community Action Center during business hours. A copy of the plan can also be requested by emailing [email protected] or texting 989-386-3805. Comments must be submitted in writing to Eva Rohlman, Outreach & Opportunities Director by mail to PO Box 768, Farwell, MI 48622 or via email to [email protected] on or before September 15, 2024 to be considered.
 
The Community Action Plan identifies and assesses poverty-related needs and resources in the community and establishes a detailed plan, goals, and priorities for delivering those services to individuals and families affected by poverty.
 
​Mid Michigan Community Action guides local residents on the path to self-sufficiency through empowerment, education, and community enrichment.

Proposed FY2023 Community Service Block Grant Plan
September 6, 2022, 10:00 AM

Mid Michigan Community Action is holding a public hearing to receive comments regarding the FY2023 CSBG Plan as required by DHHS.
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Location: MMCAA Administrative Office, 1574 E. Washington Rd, Farwell

The plan summary is as follows $1,331,769 will be utilized in Bay, Clare, Gladwin, Mecosta, Midland, Muskegon, Oceana, and Osceola Counties to provide services to low-income households.  Persons who want to review the plan may contact Jill Sutton at 989-386-3805 between 8AM and 4PM, Monday through Friday.  Materials can be provided in alternative formats upon request.

Mid Michigan Community Action is accepting public comments as required by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services on the proposed Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) plan from February 21, 2022- March 21, 2022.
 
The CSBG Plan summary is as detailed below:
 
A total of $600,009 will be allocated for the provision of comprehensive planning and coordinated services to eligible low-income persons in Muskegon and Oceana Counties. Services will include but are not limited to housing stability, home loss prevention, employment support, and material assistance vouchers. Services are to be provided over the course of the contract starting March 1, 2022 and ending September 30, 2022.
 
Individuals or organizations wanting to comment on or review the proposed plan should email [email protected] or call Eva Rohlman at 989-386-3805 ext. 1033 no later than 4:30 PM on March 21st. Materials are available in alternative formats by calling 989-386-3805 ext. 1033 or emailing [email protected]