Community Action Partnership of Riverside County

Community Action Partnership of Riverside County Helping People. Changing Lives. Ending poverty in Riverside County. Some of CAP’s core values include:

1. Education is the surest pathway out of poverty
2.

The Community Action Partnership of Riverside County is a member of a national network of over 1100 agencies across the US, in the Carribbean and the Pacific trust territories which were established under the presidency of Lyndon Baines Johnson for the purpose of eradicating poverty by removing barriers and enabling the poor in the pursuit of economic security. The local model is a public entity w

hich was designated an anti-poverty agency in July, 1979 to serve the 12 percent low income residents of the total county population of 2.2 million. CAP, Riverside is governed by the Board of Supervisors and administered by a tripartite Community Action Commission comprised primaries and alternates of 1/3 low income sector, 1/3 public sector and 1/3 private sector representation. Having cautioned the Board of Supervisors against building another large county bureaucracy and maintaining a small catalytic agency, CAP, Riverside relies on partners, volunteers and in-kind services to augment it’s 42 member staff and to serve the vast county which runs 250 miles from the Orange County to the Arizona border. In 2003, the Board of Supervisors adopted a vision of ending poverty in Riverside County and CAP was awarded the prestigious national “Award for Excellence” in 2005. Access--No one should be disadvantaged by where they live
3. Cooperate, support community organizations and share the wealth
4. Enable the poor to speak to power in their own behalf

Our Mission:
The Community Action Partnership of Riverside County, with the community, strives to eliminate poverty by facilitating opportunities towards self-sufficiency through education, wealth building, advocacy, and community organizing. Our Vision:
To end poverty in Riverside County. Our Promise:
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.

1 in 5 renters report keeping their home at unhealthy temperature to reduce energy costs. August is Month. Take action...
08/30/2026

1 in 5 renters report keeping their home at unhealthy temperature to reduce energy costs. August is Month. Take action, protect home energy. Learn more: Learn more: https://neuac.org/liheap-action-toolkit/

Nearly 50% of households with children younger than 18 report energy insecurity. August is Month. Take action, protect...
08/29/2026

Nearly 50% of households with children younger than 18 report energy insecurity. August is Month. Take action, protect home energy. Learn more: Learn more: https://neuac.org/liheap-action-toolkit/

1 in 5 families living in mobile homes are at risk of energy disconnection.August is Month. Take action, protect home ...
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1 in 5 families living in mobile homes are at risk of energy disconnection.
August is Month. Take action, protect home energy.
Learn more: neuac.org/liheap-action-toolkit

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6% percent of recipient households are home to a veteran.
August is Month. Take action, protect home energy.
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1 in 3 U.S. households report some form of energy insecurity. Support , keep households safe and connected. August is L...
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Support , keep households safe and connected.
August is LIHEAP Action Month. Spread the word.

Beat the heat! Find a list of Riverside County cool center locations at https://capriverside.org/cool-centers.As the tem...
08/19/2026

Beat the heat! Find a list of Riverside County cool center locations at https://capriverside.org/cool-centers.

As the temperatures rise in Riverside County, we urge residents to take simple precautions to protect their health in response to elevated temperatures.

Prevention tips:
• Drink plenty of water (even if you don't feel thirsty).
• Wear lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing.
• Avoid strenuous activity outdoors, take breaks and stay in the shade.
• Never leave children or pets inside a parked car, even for a short time.
• Use a buddy system and check in with them regularly if you are outdoors for an extended period of time.
• Check on elderly neighbors, children and pets.
Symptoms of heat stroke, the most serious heat-related illness, include confusion, loss of consciousness, hot and dry skin (though sweating may still occur in some cases) and seizures. While considered less severe than heat stroke, heat exhaustion can present with headache, nausea, dizziness, weakness, thirst, heavy sweating and irritability. Both require prompt medical attention.

Air-conditioned cool centers hosted by Community Action Partnership of Riverside County are available throughout Riverside County for those needing relief from the heat. Libraries, community centers and malls are also options for anyone needing a quick cool down. Find a map of locations here: https://capriverside.org/cool-centers.

For more tips on how to stay safe during extreme heat, visit https://rivcoready.org/heat-cold

It’s now easier than ever to book your utility assistance appointment. Use any device, anytime, and get it done in just ...
08/17/2026

It’s now easier than ever to book your utility assistance appointment. Use any device, anytime, and get it done in just a few clicks. Visit us online at http://capriverside.itfrontdesk.com or by calling 951-848-7607.

🕒 Available 24/7
💻 Easy and user‑friendly
⚡ Instant confirmation

Book appointments at any of these locations: Riverside, Hemet, Mead Valley, Desert Hot Springs, Mecca, and Blythe. Schedule your visit today!

We are excited to announce a new Cool Center partner in Riverside County. A special thank you to Galilee Center, which w...
08/11/2026

We are excited to announce a new Cool Center partner in Riverside County. A special thank you to Galilee Center, which will now provide residents with a safe and comfortable cool‑center retreat. For a full list of Riverside County Cool Center locations, please visit https://capriverside.org/cool-centers .

When temperatures rise, we urge residents to take simple precautions to protect their health during periods of elevated heat.

Prevention tips include:
• Drink plenty of water (even if you don't feel thirsty).
• Wear lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing.
• Avoid strenuous activity outdoors, take breaks and stay in the shade.
• Never leave children or pets inside a parked car, even for a short time.
• Use a buddy system and check in with them regularly if you are outdoors for an extended period of time.
• Check on elderly neighbors, children and pets.

Symptoms of heat stroke, the most serious heat-related illness, include confusion, loss of consciousness, hot and dry skin (though sweating may still occur in some cases) and seizures. While considered less severe than heat stroke, heat exhaustion can present with headache, nausea, dizziness, weakness, thirst, heavy sweating and irritability. Both require prompt medical attention.

Air-conditioned cool centers hosted by Community Action Partnership of Riverside County are available throughout Riverside County for those needing relief from the heat. Libraries, community centers and malls are also options for anyone needing a quick cool down. Find a map of locations here: https://capriverside.org/cool-centers.

For more tips on how to stay safe during extreme heat, visit https://rivcoready.org/heat-cold .


Address

2038 Iowa Avenue Suite B-101/102
Riverside, CA
92507

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+19519554900

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