Community Action Center of Northfield
About
Community Action Center of Northfield was founded by community leaders who valued serving those around them and believed in the power of service. Their values have stuck with the CAC for five decades.
Service Expansion
CAC expanded during its first few years. By working with other local programs, it added new services. The Clothes Project and Operation Santa Claus became official CAC programs during the early 1970s. During the mid-1970s, CAC added services for seniors, working with Community Education and Recreation and Trinity Lutheran Church. In 2020 during the global pandemic, CAC expanded to serve individuals and families living throughout Rice County.
Serving Our Community
We have been able to serve over 4,000 people each year. This is thanks to our volunteers, individual donors and foundation grants. Hundreds of children benefit from scholarships and gifts. Families are helped with gas vouchers, housing assistance and groceries. CAC remains committed to programs such as the Food Shelf, Clothes Closet, support for youth, and services to seniors.
Mission
Our mission is to promote a healthy, caring and just community for all people through resources, advocacy and volunteer effort.