Gulf Coast Community Services Association,

As Harris County, Texas' Community Action Agency, Gulf Coast Community Services Association, Inc. exists to strengthen the educational, social, and economic well-being of individuals and families as they move toward independence and self-sufficiency. GCCSA's diverse programs are designed to eliminate the inhibitive conditions of the un-served and under-served populations of Harris County by assisting: - families in earning a living wage - individuals in the advancement of their education - communities in gaining economic security GCCSA provides high-quality programs and services that serve the Houston Metropolitan area, giving opportunities to grow financially, economically and socially. These programs and services are designed to EDUCATE, EQUIP and EMPOWER individuals and families as they transition out of an economically distressed condition into a state of self-sufficiency and independence. Our offerings to the community include: - Early Childhood Education -- Head Start & Early Head Start - Emergency Assistance - Community Education Programs - Financial Literacy - Empowerment Services for Seniors - Empowerment Services for People with Disabilities - Workforce Development Programs - Continuing Education Aid - Food Pantry