About Us
We’re Building Community in Jackson County
ACCESS is the Community Action Agency of Jackson County, helping residents break the cycle of poverty since 1976. Along with our partners, donors, staff and volunteers, we’re able to serve tens of thousands of local residents every year — providing essential food, warmth, and shelter.
Who We Are
We’re helping create opportunities for all people in Jackson County to thrive. Our essential services address the needs of low-income individuals, families, seniors, Veterans, and people with disabilities.
Our Impact
Each year, ACCESS serves the community by providing essential food, warmth, and shelter. See how we’re addressing the staggering needs of our neighbors when it comes to housing, food, and utility assistance.
ACCESS Leadership
Our impact in Jackson County is made possible through our partnerships, volunteers, donors, and hard work of our dedicated board and staff. Meet the ACCESS leadership team.
Career Opportunities
We welcome people to our team who embrace our guiding principles of respect, integrity, empathy, and inclusion. If you want to do amazing work in the community, we hope you’ll join us!
News and Stories
Read about the latest news, events, programs, and happenings at ACCESS. Learn how we’re working with our partners each day to build a healthier and more resilient Jackson County.
Event Calendar
Find opportunities throughout the year to get involved with ACCESS. Whether you’re looking for educational classes or fundraising events to join and lend your support, it’s all here on our community calendar.
Media Kit
Find helpful resources for sharing news about ACCESS. We provide helpful links, past news stories, contact information, and links to our social media pages for finding up-to-date events and happenings.
Financial Reports
Get the link to our ACCESS Guidestar listings, as well as links to view our current and past Impact Reports and publicly available financial reports.
Contact Us
Whether you’re interested in services from ACCESS or want to learn about ways to get involved, our main office can connect you with the right department.
