New River Community Action Names New CEO

Posted by VACAP
on March 22, 2024

Radford, VA – New River Community Action’s Board of Directors is pleased to welcome the organization’s new Chief Executive Officer, Jennifer Smith. As the CEO, Ms. Smith will be responsible for the successful leadership and management of the agency. Ms. Smith will oversee the planning and implementation of the agency’s programs and services to ensure full compliance and resources to address the needs of the community and low-income clients for NRCA programs. Read more from the press release.

TAP Announces New President and CEO

Roanoke VA - The TAP Board of Directors announced on February 20, 2024 that it has appointed Ms. Angela Penn at TAP's fourth President and CEO, succeeding Ms. Annette Lewis, who earlier in 2023 announced her March 1, 2024 retirement after 35 years of service. Ms. Penn...

VACAP CEO interviewed by Virginia Tech

Read Erik Johnston’s interview with Virginia Tech’s Center for Economic and Community Engagement. Erik serves on this board to share news with key partners across the state the role of community action and explores opportunities for grant partnerships. Meet a CECE...

Annette Lewis to be honored at NCAF Conference

The National Community Action Foundation has selected Annette Lewis for induction into the inaugural class of the Community Action Hall of Fame. Ms. Lewis, President & CEO of TAP in Roanoke, is retiring in March after 35 years with the agency. Read more about Ms....

PCCA starts free tax preparation filing season

Danville VA - Pittsylvania County Community Action is starting free tax preparation services in the area and their trained volunteers may be able to help you. Read more here from a Charles Wilborn article or call PCCA at 434-549-8231 to learn more.

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