CAPCIL celebrates Community Action Month and 60 years of service with countywide open houses

[April 29, 2026]  Lincoln, IL – The Community Action Partnership of Central Illinois (CAPCIL) is proud to celebrate Community Action Month this May, alongside a major milestone—60 years of service to local communities.

In honor of these occasions, CAPCIL will host Open Houses across its service area, inviting community members, local leaders, and partners to learn more about the agency’s impact and services.

For six decades, CAPCIL has been dedicated to helping individuals and families achieve stability and self-sufficiency through a wide range of programs and services. These Open Houses offer an opportunity for the public to see that work firsthand.

What to Expect at the Open Houses:

• Meet program representatives and learn about available services

• Access program information and resources

• Take guided tours of CAPCIL facilities

• Enjoy family-friendly activities, including activities for young children

• Connect with staff and learn how CAPCIL is making a difference in your community

Programs represented may include:

• Head Start & Early Head Start

• Energy Assistance (LIHEAP & PIPP)

• Weatherization

• Community Services Block Grant (CSBG)

• Foster Grandparent Volunteer Services

• Senior Services (Meals on Wheels, Transportation, Congregate Meals)

• And more
Open House Schedule by Location

Logan County
Location: Central Office 1800 5th Street Lincoln
Date: May 13th
Time: 11:00am-1:00pm

Logan County
Location: Logan 2 Head Start
Date: May 18th
Time: 3:30pm-5:30pm

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Logan County
Location: Logan 1 & 3 Head Start
Date: May 26th
Time: 3:30pm-5:30pm

Logan County
Location: Logan Early Head Start
Date: May 28th
Time: 3:00pm-5:00pm

“We are incredibly proud to celebrate 60 years of service and the impact CAPCIL has made in our communities,” said Jennifer Deweese CEO “These Open Houses are a chance for us to open our doors, share our mission, and connect with the people we serve and our community partners.”

CAPCIL encourages community members, business leaders, and local officials to attend and see how the agency continues to empower individuals, strengthen families, and build stronger communities.

For more information about CAPCIL and its services, please visit www.capcil.info or contact 217-732-2159

About CAPCIL

The Community Action Partnership of Central Illinois (CAPCIL) is a private, nonprofit organization established in 1966. CAPCIL provides a wide range of programs and services designed to reduce poverty, support self-sufficiency, and improve the quality of life for individuals and families across its six-county service area.

[Breann Titus
Chief Visionary Officer
Community Action Partnership of Central Illinois (CAPCIL)]


 

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