Davidson County Community Action, Inc.

02/01/2026

Due to continued effects from this weekend's winter storm, Davidson County Community Action will be closed on Monday, February 2.

01/26/2026

For the safety of our staff and clients. Davidson County Community Action will be closed Monday, January 26 due to continued icy road conditions. Please stay safe and warm!

01/07/2026

We are open! Following the stop-work order due to the federal government shutdown, Davidson County Community Action has resumed CSBG-related activities. Our current hours are below and subject to change. If you would like to learn more about our family self-sufficiency program, stop by our office or give us a call at 336-249-0234. We look forward to serving you!

10/27/2025

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

Temporary Suspension of CSBG-Funded Activities
Posted October 27, 2025

Davidson County Community Action, Inc. (DCCA) has received official notification from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO) directing all Community Services Block Grant (CSBG)-funded activities under Contract #48794 to temporarily stop, effective immediately.

This action is due to a lapse in federal funding following Congress’s failure to pass a federal Appropriations Act or a continuing resolution for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2025. As a result, federal funds that support CSBG programs nationwide are currently unavailable.

What This Means:
- All CSBG-funded services and activities will be paused until funding is restored.

- DCCA is prohibited from spending, purchasing, or committing any additional CSBG funds during this period.

- This order is in effect until further notice from the NC Department of Health and Human Services.

Our Commitment:
This temporary suspension is not related to DCCA’s performance or compliance. We remain steadfast in our mission to support and empower low-income individuals and families in Davidson County.

Our team will continue to communicate with program participants, partners, and the community as new information becomes available.

Stay Informed:
We will post updates here on our website as soon as we receive additional guidance.

For questions, please contact us at:
[email protected]
336-249-0234

10/08/2025

🚨 Government Shutdown Alert 🚨

Community Action Agencies across NC are preparing for the possible federal government shutdown

What this means for you:

• Some federally funded programs may face delays or temporary suspension
• Families will continue to receive updates and connections to resources
• Employees, vendors, and partners should stay in contact with agency leadership

Through it all, we remain committed to fighting poverty, empowering families, and serving our communities with compassion 💙

Stay informed by visiting your local Community Action Agency’s website (https://www.nccaa.net/our-agencies) and following updates here.



Press release linked in the comments.

10/02/2025

Today's served 10 households, impacting 26 individuals in our community. DCCA is committed to helping address food insecurity in Davidson County through our partnership with Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NC. Our food pantry hours are Thursdays from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. We look forward to serving you again next week!

10/02/2025

A representative from the Piedmont Triad Regional Council will be available at the Town of Denton, NC Town Hall on October 14, 2025, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm to assist residents in applying for their Weatherization Assistance Program. If you would like more information or to schedule an appointment, please call Denton Town Hall at 336-859-4231.

Mayor Ward wants citizens to know about this wonderful program that is FREE to income-eligible households! “These folks do an outstanding job HELPING those that need help. I want to get the word out to those who could benefit from this program. PTRC employees will help you complete the necessary paperwork to expedite the process. Please take this program seriously and apply or share this information with those who could benefit.”

Here are some videos about this program:
https://myfox8.com/news/local-program-helps-people-weatherize-their-homes/

https://youtu.be/DEUR4NLiPT0?feature=shared

What is Piedmont Triad Regional Council (PTRC)’s Weatherization Assistance Program?
We are a government funded program that provides help to elderly, disabled, and families with children. The Weatherization Assistance Program assists income-eligible families as well as individuals by reducing their heating and cooling costs. We work to address health and safety issues in their homes through energy-efficiency measures. Weatherization service reduces the amount of energy required to heat and cool homes. A potential client may also qualify for HARRP which is the heating and air repair or replacement program.
Weatherization services homeowners, and renters depending on location, available funding, and landlord approval, by weatherizing eligible occupied housing. The Program is funded by federal grants each year. Potential clients can apply at any time, there is no cutoff date. The number of units serviced per county are assigned by state form the census report. For weatherization assistance through PTRC residents must live in Alamance, Caswell, Davidson, Forsyth, Guilford, Person, Randolph, or Rockingham County. This program is FREE but the potential client must meet certain income requirements.

Am I eligible for Weatherization?
As many as 150,000 households in the previously mentioned counties are eligible for weatherization services. You must reside in the home in order to receive services. If you receive Supplemental Security Income or Aid to Families with Dependent Children, you are automatically eligible to receive weatherization services. In other cases, preference is given to: People over 60 years of age, Families with one or more members with a disability, Families with children. One of the primary factors affecting eligibility is income.

2025 Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)/Heating Air Repair and Replacement Program (HARRP) Income Guidelines:
Family Size (1) Maximum Annual Income $31,300
Family Size (2) Maximum Annual Income $42,300
Family Size (3) Maximum Annual Income $53,300
Family Size (4) Maximum Annual Income $64,300
Family Size (5) Maximum Annual Income $75,300
Family Size (6) Maximum Annual Income $86,300
Family Size (7) Maximum Annual Income $97,300
Family Size (8) Maximum Annual Income $108,300

If you are interested in applying or if you have any additional questions, please call PTRC’s office at (336) 904-0338 or visit their website: https://www.ptrc.org/services/community-development/weatherization-assistance/weatherization-services

10/01/2025

Lunch and learn with Home Solutions of Davidson County to help take control of your finances every Tuesday in October!

Come join us for this spooky series and we’ll provide lunch! These classes start next week and there are still seats available! Call to register 336-236-1675.

09/30/2025

SNAP benefits are changing. Be informed of what this means for you and your family, and remember that our food bank is available every Thursday from 9:00 to 12:00 and 2:00 to 4:00 for those experiencing food insecurity.

More people will be required to work or go to school to get food benefits.

09/29/2025

Did you know our Executive Director, Darrick Horton, also serves on the North Carolina Community Action board of directors? We are grateful for his leadership and dedication to ending poverty in our community!

⭐️GROUNDED IN COMMUNITY: Darrick Horton ⭐️

Meet Darrick Horton, Executive Director of Davidson County Community Action, Inc. (DCCA) in Lexington, NC, who serves on the NCCAA Board of Directors as a voice for families across North Carolina.

“I choose to serve on the NCCAA Board because I care about families who are struggling and want to be part of the important initiatives happening across the state,” he shares.

“My daily experience leading DCCA has informed my approach - I’ve learned how to build partnerships that make resources go further and learned how to connect resources with real-life needs, in the communities we serve.”

What gives Darrick hope is the resilience of families and the commitment of our staff who serve them. Looking ahead, he believes change begins with breaking down hurdles:

“I’d like to make it easier for people to get help quickly, without so many barriers in the way.”

We are grateful for Darrick’s leadership and his commitment to communities across North Carolina.

09/19/2025

Looking for a new job or a change in career? Stop by Goodwill Industries of Northwest NC's Season of Opportunity event at the Goodwill Career Center on Sept. 25!

With the Fall season quickly approaching, it's the perfect time of year to consider a change in your job opportunities.

Join us for our Season of Opportunity Hiring Event on Thursday, Sept. 25, 9 a.m.-noon, at the Goodwill Career Center located at 719 West Center Street, Lexington. We'll be joined by multiple employers from the area who are eager to recruit local talent. Don’t miss this chance to connect directly with employers and land your next job!

Please come dressed for success and bring copies of your resume. For questions or more information, please call 336-236-8021.

09/10/2025

Check out the latest offerings from our friends at Home Solutions of Davidson County! These are some great opportunities to gain new skills, learn to budget, and take control of your finances!