NEWS & FEATURES
The latest news from GCCSA, a Community Action Agency
WE ARE CHAMPIONS OF CHANGE, SO THE VULNERABLE MAY LIVE OUT THEIR ASPIRATIONS OF THE AMERICAN DREAM.
GCCSA, Inc. works every day to create unique opportunities that meet the needs of our community. We are determined to instill exceptional education in those who seek scholarly pursuit – from age 0 to 99 years. We are steadfast in equipping our neighbors with the tools required to build or rebuild prosperity for themselves and their families. We are purposeful in our commitment to empower all on their life’s journey toward economic sustainability.
Check back with us often to see the many ways GCCSA strives to be a champion for change.
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Notice of Public Hearing
August 16, 2022 | Public Notice
The Gulf Coast Community Services Association, Inc. invites you to attend a public virtual meeting on the proposed 2023 Community Services Block Grant spending plan. The Community Services Block Grant program supports activities that help eligible low-income individuals […]
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GCCSA Early Learners Receive Meaningful Gift from The Links, Incorporated
June 13, 2022 | Press Release
Gulf Coast Community Services Association, Inc. (GCCSA, Inc) was honored by the Missouri City (TX) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated with a gift of socks, shoes, and books for our youngest constituents. Students attending our Head Start Program located on the premises of […]
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GCCSA Seeking Nominations for 2022 Board of Directors
March 7, 2022 | Press Release
GCCSA, Inc is seeking candidates for two of its seats on its board of directors. The positions will represent Under-Served Sector B (east/southeast) and Under-Served Sector C (west/ southwest), of Harris County. These seats are two of three democratically elected positions voted on […]
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GCCSA, Inc Provides More Than $56,000 of Immediate Relief for Families Impacted by Winter Storm Uri
April 20, 2021 | Press Release & Article
In its commitment to doing its part in alleviating the pains of disasters affecting Harris County communities, GCCSA provided $56,225 in emergency relief assistance to households adversely impacted by February’s Winter Storm Uri. One hundred seventy-three households were […]
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Texas Eviction Diversion Program Drive-Up Assistance
November 19, 2020 | Press Release
Gulf Coast Community Services Association, Inc. (GCCSA, Inc.) is providing a drive-up service to help Harris County tenants and landlords apply for funds in their quest to avert eviction […]
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Volunteers Needed for Hunger Action Month Event
October 26, 2020 | Press Release
Whataburger and the Houston Texans donate life-sustaining funds to the Houston Food Bank annual fundraiser held at GCCSA’s headquarters. We are in need of volunteers for this event[…]
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GCCSA Hosts Fifth Annual Hunger Action Month Event
October 22, 2020 | Press Release
GCCSA will again host the Hunger Action Month annual giving event this year. Texas favorites Whataburger and the Houston Texans have teamed up to combat hunger in Greater Houston and will present their impactful contribution to Houston Food Bank[…]
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The GCCSA COVID-19 Community Action Relief Effort (C.A.R.E.)
October 5, 2020 | Press Release
The GCCSA, Inc. COVID-19 Community Action Relief Effort (C.A.R.E.) is a system-wide approach the Agency is taking to alleviate the additional challenges posed by the current global pandemic. C.A.R.E. invests in three critical areas[…]
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The Food Pantry of GCCSA Drive-Through Distribution Keeps Harris County Households Afloat
September 24, 2020 | Press Release
Two weeks after the brick and mortar doors of Gulf Coast Community Services Association, Inc. were forced closed amid the spring 2020 shuttering of Houston businesses, the Agency figured out a way[…]
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GCCSA Distributes Chromebooks to COVID-19 Impacted Families
September 21, 2020 | Press Release
Families with grade school-aged children received needed technology from GCCSA, Inc. when all the world went virtual[…]
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COVID-19 Relief for Impacted Lone Star College-Houston North Students
August 24, 2020 | Press Release
GCCSA, Inc. has funded an emergency relief program that will provide up to $300,000 in aid to eligible Lone Star College-Houston North students[…]
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GCCSA, Inc. Has a Vision for 2021 and Beyond
August 3, 2020 | Press Release
Gulf Coast Community Services Association, Inc. is committed to staying at the forefront of services provided to the under-resourced populations of Harris County. It is vital to hear what the community believes are the highest[…]
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TXU Energy Donates $10,000 Towards GCCSA's COVID-19 Relief Program
March 30, 2020 | Press Release
Gulf Coast Community Services Association, Inc. (GCCSA) is receiving $10,000 in emergency relief funding from TXU Energy towards its efforts assisting Harris County households impacted[…]
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GCCSA Seeking Nominations for 2020 Board of Directors
March 9, 2020 | Media Advisory
Gulf Coast Community Services Association, Inc. is seeking candidates for a seat on its board of directors. The position will represent Under-Served Sector D, which encompasses[…]
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