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BLOUNT
COUNTY
COMMUNITY
ACTION
AGENCY

3509 Tuckaleechee Pike
Maryville, TN 37803

(865) 983-8411
Fax: (865) 681-1781

Helping People. Changing Lives.
"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."
Community Service Block Grant Program (CSBG)
Goal: To provide a range of services and activities to eligible low-income individuals and families (200% of federal poverty guidelines) to achieve self-sufficiency and improve the conditions of the communities in which they live.

Services & Activities:
Income Tax Counseling: Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) – Partnership between DHS, IRS, and BCCAA to provide free electronic tax filing service for low-income households. Program operates from January – April 15.

Home Repair/Rehabilitation: BCCAA is a partner in the Blount County Housing Repair Collaborative (HRC) whose purpose is to provide home repairs and household rehabilitation for low income families in Blount County. To volunteer or obtain information about services for home repair in Blount County, leave a message on the HRC voice mail at (865) 982-2251 Ext. 12.

Emergency Services: One-time payments to families or individuals to help meet emergency needs. See also Emergency Energy Assistance Programs and Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Nutrition: Use of CSBG resources to store and distribute surplus USDA agricultural commodities. Determine eligibility for Commodity Program and Resource Card Program for local food pantries.

Linkages: Information & Referral (I&R) to answer inquiries about available services and make referrals to community programs. Assists with funding for chore services for elderly clients through the Office on Aging.

Client Applications & Eligibility: Persons interested in applying for assistance should contact Blount County Community Action Agency for an appointment and application. Household income guidelines for the program are 200% of federal poverty guidelines.

This project is funded under an agreement with the Department of Human Services.

For more information on Tennessee’s Recovery efforts, visit: www.tnrecovery.gov
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