HCCAO anti-proverty programs honored

Two anti-poverty programs implemented by the Highland County Community Action Organization to address the needs of vulnerable children and their parents have received the 2017 Exemplary Program Awards – The Rural IMPACT (Integration Models for Parents and Children to...

Community Action Buys Old Shopko Facility in Greenfield

The former ShopKo building in Greenfield was purchased at auction Wednesday by Highland County Community Action Organization, and is set for a $1.8 million renovation to consolidate the nonprofit’s Greenfield area services. Contacted Thursday by The Times-Gazette,...

State of Poverty in Ohio 2012:

State of Poverty in Ohio 2012: Dispelling Myths & Preconceived Notions The report utilizes graphics and case studies to illustrate the effects of poverty in Ohio and dispel commonly held myths and misconceptions. Click here to view the report.

Blighted Property Demolition

Under the Moving Ohio Forward grant program introduced by Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine last year, 22 blighted buildings have been demolished so far across Highland County. According to Highland County Community Action Housing Director Mark Current, 14 more...

OASHF to Hire 165 AmeriCorps VISTA Summer Associates Statewide

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 9, 2012 Full-time position(s) available at Highland County Community Action Organization, Inc. COLUMBUS – The Ohio Association of Second Harvest Foodbanks will place 165 AmeriCorps VISTA Summer Associates at community organizations across...
Foreclosure Intervention

Foreclosure Intervention

Project HELP (Homeowner Education and Loss Prevention) provides one on one counseling for homeowners at risk of foreclosure or in foreclosure. Trained counselors assist in evaluating and counseling on the financial position of the household, discuss possible options...