About Us:
Redwood Community Action Agency (RCAA) is a locally based, private non-profit organization that provides a wide range of services to low and moderate income residents of Humboldt County. Our long-term goal is to develop programs through which people can become self-sufficient and empowered to improve their own lives.

We are one of 52 Community Action Agencies in California and approximately 900 nationwide. The concept of community action has been part of the American social fabric for over 35 years. The primary goal of this nationwide movement is to "eliminate the paradox of poverty in the midst of plenty."

RCAA Mission Statement:
The mission of RCAA shall be to provide leadership and advocacy; to develop community-based coordinated services and activities designed to enable low-income/disadvantaged persons to gain the necessary skills, education and motivation to become self-sufficient.