[Valparaiso, April 30] The community came out swinging on April 30th for the 12th Annual Trivia Night event, hosted by Housing Opportunities and Northwest Indiana Community Action. With fists of determination and hearts of generosity, attendees...
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NICA Client Story: Tom’s Journey to Hope and Community
Before finding refuge in our housing program, Tom lived in a small, mold-infested apartment, battling isolation and depression. Hindered by vision issues and lacking transportation, everyday tasks like grocery shopping and doctor visits became...
Meet Kassi Mowbray
Meet Kassi Mowbray, our devoted Breastfeeding Supervisor for the WIC Program at Northwest Indiana Community Action. With 11 years of experience, Kassi's expertise and passion shine through in her role. Kassi holds a Bachelor of Science degree in...
Tax Credits: Give and Get Back
Looking to save on your taxes while making a positive impact in Northwest Indiana communities? Northwest Indiana Community Action (NWICA) is excited to offer Individual Development Account (IDA) tax credits for sale. These tax credits support our...
Northwest Indiana Community Action Presents 12th Annual Housing Division Trivia Night Fundraiser at The Porter County Expo Center on April 30th
Northwest Indiana Community Action is pleased to announce the upcoming 12th Annual Housing Division Trivia Night Fundraiser. Taking place on April 30th at The Porter County Expo Center, this event aims to raise funds for the organization's Housing...
NWICA Launches A New “Building Better Caregivers” Series to Empower Caregivers
Northwest Indiana Community Action (NWICA) is thrilled to announce the launch of its upcoming educational series, "Building Better Caregivers," starting on April 23rd, aimed at providing essential support and resources to caregivers in our community....
Nutrition as a Social Driver of Health: The Importance of WIC and Older Americans Act Nutrition Programs
We all know that nutrition is linked to health. The food we eat provides the basic building blocks for our bodies to grow, develop, and function. However, nutrition is not just a biological issue – access to healthy, affordable food is deeply...
Housing Choice Voucher Program Accepting Applications For Waiting List
Effective 4/1/2024, Northwest Indiana Community Action on behalf of the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA) funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development will open the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV)...