South Central Iowa Community Action Program

05/29/2026

Iowa HHS is aware that some SNAP recipients had their EBT cards canceled. As a result, some customers are currently unable to use their SNAP cards.

New replacement cards have been issued and should arrive in 5-7 days. Please do not request a new EBT card because a new card has already been issued.

If you have questions in the meantime, please contact our customer support team at 1-877-347-5678

05/21/2026

05/18/2026

Introducing Iowa’s New SUN Bucks Program! Starting in early June 2026, eligible Iowa school-age children will receive $120 in grocery benefits per child to support healthy eating when school’s out.

There are two ways children can qualify for SUN Bucks: automatic eligibility or with an application. Most eligible families won’t need to file a SUN Bucks application. But if you do, applications open in early June.

Learn more about eligibility requirements and discover if you need to file an application at https://hhs.iowa.gov/assistance-programs/food-assistance/sun-bucks.

05/18/2026

This is a great service to Wayne and All the counties.

The Corydon Lion’s Club is partnering with SCICAP and the Counting Sheep Group.
Pictured are Lion’s Club members ,Russ Danielsen, Dennis Thomas and Ron Gibbs. Ron is also a Wayne Community Foundation Board member.

The Corydon Lions Club is excited to partner with SCICAP and the Counting Sheep Group of Chariton to bring a much‑needed service to Wayne County: building and delivering beds for children who don’t have one. Each child receives a handcrafted bed, a brand-new mattress, bedding, and pillows, all provided by volunteers.

This project just received a boost with a $5,000 grant from the Wayne County Board of Supervisors, helping cover materials and expand the number of families served.

If you know a child ages 3–17 who needs a bed, applications are now open: 📞 641‑872-1282 📍 Wayne County Outreach, 203 Franklin St., Corydon

05/15/2026

The FaDSS team is looking for a full time passionate team member to join us doing Home Visitation coaching to families!

05/01/2026

Our Head Start and Early Head Start programs are currently accepting applications for the 2026-2027 school year. You can contact your local center for an appointment to complete the application with one of our friendly staff members or you can apply online at: https://scicap.org/head-start-application/

To make an appointment at one of our centers please call the center phone number below:

Albia Head Start- 641-932-2632
Chariton Head Start- 641-774-4723
Corydon Head Start- 641-872-2554
Osceola Head Start- 641-342-1088

Leon Early Head Start- 641-446-8050

Or you can contact our ERSEA Specialist Kris at 641-774-8133, ext. 241. Spots are limited so apply soon!

04/30/2026

SCICAP Parents as Teachers thanks the South Central Iowa Community Foundation for providing the grant to cover our Bundles of Care project!! Their contribution to greatly appreciated 💗

SCICF-Lucas County awarded 25 grants totaling over $116,000 to Lucas County organizations at an awards ceremony held at Pin Oak Lodge last night. Congratulations to everyone who received grant funds. Thank you for all that you do to make Lucas County a better place to live!

04/29/2026

Please pick up and return applications at the Wayne County Outreach. We are open Monday and Thursday 7:30am -4:00pm. We do have a dropbox beside our door that is available for dropping off applications.

Counting Sheep has recently acquired funding for beds for Wayne County children ages 3-17. The beds are free and delivered and set up. We provide the bed, mattress, mattress pad, sheet set, pillow and quilt or comforter.

You can message Counting Sheep for more information or provide the information from the flyer. You can also drop off the information at Wayne County Outreach at 203 Franklin in Corydon to get the quick process started.

04/23/2026

COME JOIN OUR TEAM!
Apply online at www.scicap.org or print & mail application to:
SCICAP, Attn: Layne Logue
P.O. Box 715
Chariton, Iowa 50049

04/10/2026

The SCICAP Outreach Center at 114 S. Fillmore Street in Osceola is open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Due to ongoing construction on the square, please use the back entrance door. Thank you for your patience during this time.