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A day in the life of a community action agency is a busy one. With more than a dozen programs and 200+ employees servicing the communities of Rensselaer county and beyond every day, our greatest asset is our people – our staff, volunteers, and customers. Our staff and volunteers allow us to make an impact daily, and we are honored to be able to help transform the lives of the customers we serve.

Below, you can explore the various ways that CEO has taken steps toward achieving our goals over the last year, touching the lives of individuals and families in Rensselaer county and the Capital Region. You’ll also discover how CEO is working together with local community partners and fellow non-profit organizations to expand our reach and maximize our effectiveness. If a particular topic interests you, use the list below to jump to a specific section. For a complete look at one day across CEO’s varied programs and departments, take a look at the PDF version of our Annual Report. 

Table of Contents:

1. Our Mission

2. Our Values

3. Our Community Impact – Success by the Numbers

4. Our Partnerships – How CEO Connects with the Community to Make a Larger Impact

5. Our Customer Stories – Proof that our Services Work

6. Our Fiscal Responsibility – How We Are Funded

7. Get Involved

Our Mission

	CEO creates partnerships and develops opportunities for social and economic growth and empowerment in individuals, families and communities.

Our Values

Our values are the foundation upon which we fulfill our mission each day. They guide the way we work with our customers, our partners and each other. Our values are at the very core of everything we do. Helping Others Accountability Innovation Respect Teamwork

Community Impact- Early Childhood Services

Community Impact- Program Operations

Our services impact real people in our community every day. CEO’s staff provide compassionate support and innovative program approaches that empower people to reach their full potential.

Our Financials

Over 90% of our funding goes directly toward services. Learn more about how our 20+ programs and services are funded:

Get Involved This Annual Report is just one small illustration of the overarching impacts CEO has had on our community this past year. Over 90% of our funding goes directly toward the programs and services that help Capital Region residents achieve physical, financial, and emotional wellness. If this is something you feel passionate about and you’d like to make a difference in your community, please consider donating to CEO or giving the gift of your time by volunteering with one of our many programs. Together, we can change lives and improve our community.