For the past 50 years, Eastern Idaho Community Action Partnership (EICAP) has served the communities of Eastern Idaho. EICAP strives to help those in need by providing the essential services needed to guide people from living a life filled with need to embracing a life of possibilities through self sufficiency.
EICAP is a very unique organization. As a Community Action Agency, in addition to providing direct aid, we provide both active support and crisis intervention. EICAP places a high value on dignity and self-respect. Through resources from the government, churches, individuals and the overall community, we work to empower people. Through this, we strive to build a stronger community one life at a time.
Mission Statement
Eastern Idaho Community Action Partnership helps and empowers at risk individuals and families meet their basic needs and increase their independence through support and education.
Vision
Eastern Idaho Community Action partnership creates opportunities for individuals and families to reach their highest level of independence and self-sufficiency. EICAP is widely recognized and respected by the public as a community asset that makes a difference in peoples’ lives. EICAP Board of Directors, staff and volunteers work efficiently with community partners to expand our role and impact in the community by responding to local needs.
Values
Empowerment: EICAP believes in empowering participants with the skills, means, and opportunities to achieve maximum independence and self-sufficiency. We will design services and processes that empower people to take responsibility for their lives.
Respect: EICAP believes in valuing the dignity of all human beings and seeks to treat all with kindness and respect.
Collaboration: EICAP believes that by working together with the community we can best accomplish the mission, vision, and goals of the organization.
Continuous Learning: EICAP believes in continuous personal and professional growth of Board, staff, and volunteers. A well-trained organization is essential to our ability to serve the communities of Eastern Idaho.
Accountability: EICAP believes in being accountable to the community and funding sources by providing our services efficiently and effectively.
Integrity: EICAP believes that integrity is essential to our organization. EICAP associates with those who are honest and demonstrate high moral character.
Innovation: EICAP believes that innovation and creativity are required to respond to continually evolving community needs. We seek opportunities to address emerging challenges.
The Promise of Community Action
Community Action changes people’s lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities, and makes America a better place to live. We care about the entire community, and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other.