NEWS & EVENTS

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CCSCT is conducting a raffle to help raise funds to subsidize costs of existing low-income programs, as well as expand services to additional low-income individuals throughout its 23-county service area. Tickets will be available for sale beginning Monday, May 14, 2018 and will be available until Friday, June 15, 2018. The cost per ticket is $10.00. To purchase a […]

Bealls in Guadalupe County will host its 30 Days of Giving beginning April 1, 2018. All customers who visit the Seguin store will be invited to donate to CCSCT, a valued non-profit organization in the community.  CCSCT serves low-income individuals and families in Guadalupe County and offers services including utility assistance, rental assistance, case management and Senior Nutrition. […]

CCSCT staff, Board members and the general public attended an open house for CCSCT’s newest Community Services office in Jourdanton on March 19. The office is located at 1220 Simmons Ave and is utilized to conduct intake services for its Utility Assistance, Rental Assistance and Case Management programs. During the open house, CCSCT staff also […]

In order to identify the needs of low-income individuals, CCSCT conducted several focus groups throughout its areas to gain input from the community. On March 7th, a focus group was conducted at Wilson County Inter-Agency meeting, where a total of 25 individuals were represented, including CCSCT Board Members, who provided feedback on the top needs of low-income individuals living in Wilson […]

  In January of 2015 the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services – Office of Community Services, released Information Memorandum No. 138 announcing the implementation of 58 Organizational Standards that private Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) eligible entities must implement by March 31, 2017. CCSCT is one of 40 CSBG eligible entities funded in […]

CCSCT staff and Board members attended the Community Action Partnership’s Management & Leadership Training Conference January 10-12, 2018 in Houston, Texas. During the conference, staff and Board members attended workshops on Board Governance, Effective Management, Risk Mitigation and other topics. During the general session on Thursday morning, CCSCT was recognized for the successful completion of an Intensive Risk Assessment which […]

Woodmen Life is sponsoring a fundraising campaign to benefit CCSCT as part of RedBaskets Community Improvement Project. RedBasket.org Community Improvement Projects are projects that benefit the community at large. Woodmen Life has selected CCSCT’s Home Delivered Meals as the recipient of these funds. 100% of the money raised through RedBasket.org for this campaign will be used to benefit CCSCT’s home delivered […]

Following Hurricane Harvey, a FEMA Disaster Meeting was held for residents in Karnes County. Individuals who were present at this meeting include CCSCT County Coordinator Mary K Lopez, CCSCT Board Member Katherine Gonzales, Karnes County Emergency Manager Shelby Dupnick,  National FEMA Representative Nancy, and Outreach Coordinator for Congressman Vicente Gonzalez’s office Albert Martinez and residents of […]

CCSCT has received additional funding to provide disaster relief assistance to Hurricane Harvey Victims. If you have been impacted by Hurricane Harvey, you may request assistance from CCSCT. In order to receive assistance, you must by an evacuee from the affected areas and be housed in CCSCT’s  service area. Disaster relief assistance can include any of the following […]

Bobby Deike, CCSCT Executive Director and Carol Delgado, CCSCT Community Services Program Director received their designations as Certified Community Action Professionals (CCAP) in Philadelphia, PA on Thursday, August 31, 2017. The ceremony was held during the Community Action Partnership National Convention Awards Gala. To accomplish the CCAP designation, individuals working in leadership positions in the […]

CCSCT recently moved its Administrative Offices to 801 N. State Hwy 123 Bypass. To celebrate this milestone, CCSCT held an Open House and Ribbon Cutting on Friday, August 18th so that individuals throughout the community could visit its new location. Visitors included Judge Kyle Kutscher, Mayor Don Keil, Albert Martinez-Representative for Congressman Vicente Gonzalez, a […]

CCSCT was recently awarded a $1,300 grant from the Rotary Club of Seguin. In order to be considered, CCSCT had to identify a specific project or event the money would be used towards. Executive Director, Bobby Deike and County Coordinator, Ernest Leal, attended the Rotary Club luncheon on Tuesday, August 1st to accept the award on behalf of CCSCT. CCSCT has elected […]

Community Services Program Director, Carol Delgado, recently completed the requirements of National Peer to Peer ROMA Certification in order to become a Nationally Certified ROMA Implementer. The process to become a ROMA Implementer involves demonstration of understanding of the basic concepts related to Results Oriented Management and Accountability (ROMA), demonstration of experience using ROMA in […]

CCSCT staff recently attended the Texas Association of Community Action Agencies Annual Conference held on May 10-12, 2017. The overall theme of the conference was “Promoting Opportunities in a Changing Environment”. CCSCT had over 25 staff in attendance who participated in numerous workshops on topics such as Soft Skills for Professionals, Soft Skills for Clients, Needs Assessment, Weatherization and a […]

The Community Council of South Central Texas is celebrating 52 years of delivering services to low-income families and individuals on May 11, 2017. In addition, Community Action Month is being recognized across the United States during the month of May. Several cities and counties throughout CCSCT’s service are have chosen to take part in the […]

Bealls in Guadalupe County will host its 30 Days of Giving beginning April 1, 2017. All customers who visit the Seguin store will be invited to donate to CCSCT, a valued non-profit organization in the community.  CCSCT serves low-income individuals and families in Guadalupe County and offers services including utility assistance, rental assistance, case management and Senior Nutrition. […]

On Thursday, March 23, 2017, CCSCT staff attended the Seguin-Guadalupe County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce 29th Annual Banquet. The Annual Banquet recognizes individuals who have made contributions to their community.  One of CCSCT’s own, Ernest, Leal, CCSCT County Coordinator for Guadalupe County, was the recipient of the Daniel Rodriguez Community Service Award, which recognizes outstanding achievements in community service. Ernest has contributed […]

Terry Lopez with CCSCT’s Child Care Services Program and Vangie Garcia with CCSCT’s Community Services Program partnered together to raise $2,175 so that low-income families in Medina County could provide Christmas gifts for their children this year. In addition, Colonel Jesse Perez made a personal donation to the cause. After funds were raised, CCSCT staff […]

Woodforest National Bank recently organized a food drive to help benefit CCSCT’s Senior Nutrition Program in Guadalupe County and made their first drop off to the Seguin Senior Center the week of December 5th. Woodforest National Bank has set up bins at both the Seguin and Schertz bank locations (located in Walmart) and will be accepting donations until the end of December. […]

The Community Council of South Central Texas, Inc. (CCSCT) Community Service Division held its annual children’s coat/ heater drive on December 9, 2016 which provides assistance to low-income families in Guadalupe County. As a result of the community’s generous donations, CCSCT was able to provide 183 coats and 107 heaters to low-income families in Guadalupe […]

On Thursday, September 28th, CCSCT Executive Director and staff attended the Corporate Power Luncheon hosted by the Seguin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. CCSCT was one of six local organizations presented with an Honorary Award and recognized by the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce for its dedication and commitment to the community. CCSCT was selected as the non-profit recipient and currently serves […]

CCSCT has partnered with Willie’s Grill & Icehouse in New Braunfels and will be holding a Spirit Night, which will be held on Wednesday, October 5th, from 4pm to close. To show your support, come out and mention that you are there to support Community Council of South Central Texas and 15% of your check […]

CCSCT has partnered with Willie’s Grill & Icehouse in New Braunfels and will be holding a Spirit Night, which will be held on Wednesday, September 7th from 4pm to close. To show your support, come out and mention that you are there to support Community Council of South Central Texas and 15% of your check […]

The Community Council of South Central Texas management, staff and Board Members attended the Annual Texas Association of Community Action Agencies (TACAA) Conference in San Antonio on May 16th-18th. Each year, Community Action Agencies throughout the state of Texas come together to discuss new funding requirements and changes, best practices, agency challenges and future opportunities, while focusing on ways to better serve the clients throughout their service areas.

Merlene Salmans, County Coordinator (pictured) and Carol Delgado, Community Services Program Director (not pictured), participated in an outreach event in McMullen County on Wednesday, April 19, 2016 to promote services for its utility assistance and Aging Nutrition programs.

CCSCT held its annual heater and coat drive on Friday, December 17th, where it distributed more than 100 coats and 50 heaters to families and children in Guadalupe County.

Seguin Elks Lodge #1229 makes a donation to CCSCT for its upcoming Children’s Coat and Heater Drive. Palmer Mortuary makes a donation to CCSCT for its upcoming Children’s Coat and Heater Drive. Progressive Waste Solutions makes a donation to CCSCT for its upcoming Children’s Coat and Heater Drive.

CCSCT staff, Vicky LeMeilleur and Belinda Lacey participating in the Texas Hill Country Counselors Association (THHCA) outreach on Friday, October 9, 2015.

CCSCT held an outreach for utility services at Old Lady of Guadalupe on Friday, October 9, 2015. CCSCT helped 14 clients and assisted numerous others with information.

The WIC staff in Beeville conducted an outreach event on Tuesday, October 6, 2015 that was able to provide WIC assistance to several current and expectant mothers.

Since 1985, the Lifeline program has provided a discount on phone service for qualifying low-income consumers to ensure that all Americans have the opportunities and security that phone service brings, including being able to connect to jobs, family and emergency services.

CCSCT Celebrates 50 Years of Service On May 11, 2015, CCSCT celebrated 50 years of providing services to low-income individuals and families in South Central Texas. To celebrate this great milestone, CCSCT participated in a 2 day celebratory event which included a Dinner Reception, Silent Auction and Golf Tournament. Dinner Reception and Silent Auction- May […]

On July 18th, 2015, CCSCT participated in a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the joining of the Seguin Chamber of Commerce and the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.

CCSCT’s Community Services staff participated in Lifeline’s free cell phone distribution in Pearsall, Texas on April 22, 2015. Since 1985, the Lifeline program has provided a discount on phone service for qualifying low-income consumers to ensure that all Americans have the opportunities and security that phone service brings, including being able to connect to jobs, […]

In February, WIC staff attended the Power of Influence of training in Victoria. One of the suggestions from the training, was to make a creative bulletin board with all of the staff and display it in the reception area. Click post to view image.

Community Council of South Central Texas, Inc. is the recent recipient of a $7,500 grant for the Women, Infant and Children program awarded by the Baptist Health Foundation of San Antonio.

Thank you to Mr. Paul Zepeda and the Pearsall Police Department in Frio County for their kind donation to the CCSCT Aging Program.

CCSCT Hosts Open House in Uvalde Uvalde, Texas – October 30 – The public is invited to attend CCSCT’s Open House at its Uvalde office located at 400 S. Getty St. on Thursday, October 30, 2014 from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. This Open House will provide the community with information about CCSCT and the […]

CCSCT would like to thank Mrs. Betty Hernandez, CCSCT Board Chair, for presenting the CCSCT administration office a cake in appreciation of staff’s hard work and dedication throughout the past year.

The Community Council of South Central Texas (CCSCT) located in Seguin, Texas has opened an office at 400 South Getty St., Suite A in Uvalde, Texas.

2014 Marks 50 Years of Community Action This page will have information regarding celebrations in the CCSCT service area to celebrate this important milestone in the war against poverty Seguin, Texas and CCSCT Service Area: On Friday, May 30, 2014, Community Council of South Central Texas, Inc. hosted a meet and greet with Elected Officials, […]

Troop 361 donated Girl Scout cookies for the Wilson County Aging/Nutrition Program.

On May 21, 2014 Med Team, Inc conducted a presentation of their services to the Seniors at the Aging Center in Seguin, Texas. After their presentation, they had a fun activity for the seniors present – a game of chicken bowling.

CCSCT, Inc. Head Start is currently accepting applications for the 2014-2015 school year.

On February 14, 2014, in Wilson County, the Aging Program was pleasantly surprised by Randolph Brooks in Floresville during their lunchtime.

Recently the local WIC agency participated in WIC Olympic Games, a 6 week competition filled with activities for every fitness level.

Community Council of South Central Texas distributed 98 heaters to low-income individuals in the Frio County area.

The third annual Feast of Sharing was held in Brackettville was held on November 16, 2013 at the Kinney County Civic Center. Robert Aguirre, who works in the Kinney County area, was one of the 150 volunteers who served more than 1,000 people in approximately three and a half hours.