COLVILLE, WA – As part of a national network of Community Action Agencies, Rural Resources Community Action (RRCA) is proud to join partner organizations across the United States in recognizing May as Community Action Month. Throughout the month, RRCA will celebrate our dedicated employees; reflect on our impact in our local, rural communities; and showcase community members who participate in our programs.  

“Community Action Month gives us an opportunity to reflect on the impact Rural Resources has had on local families and communities,” said Bryan Raines, Rural Resources’ CEO. “We assist thousands of community members across 13 rural counties, providing services like job training, affordable housing, meal deliveries, independent living services for senior citizens, rural transportation, and much more.”  

Community Action Agencies unite under a collective vision of helping families and individuals become self-sufficient and rise out of poverty. All Community Action Agencies are locally governed, with boards of directors composed of local elected officials, private and public sector representatives, and engaged community residents. Community Action Agencies are also required to conduct Community Needs Assessments every three years, a process which RRCA underwent in 2025 to understand what programs are needed most in our service area. 

“We are grateful for our communities’ participation in last year’s Community Needs Assessment,” said Raines. “Their engagement helps us to be more effective in our approach in determining what’s really needed on the local level.” He continued: “The assessment made it clear that finding affordable housing, childcare options, and transportation continue to be some of the biggest challenges our communities face in our region.” 

To celebrate the continued success of Community Action and raise awareness about its impact on local communities, RRCA will highlight client stories, impact figures, staff highlights, and more throughout the month of May. All are invited to celebrate alongside us by visiting Rural Resources’ website at: ruralresources.org/communityactionmonth. 

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Contact: Alaina Kowitz, Communications Manager | akowitz@ruralresources.org |  

509-684-8421×5010