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Helping people.

Changing lives.

Putting poverty out of business

I-CARE, in partnership with Zeffy, has launched a Replacement Housing fundraising campaign to support a family in need.

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Our mission is to empower and assist individuals and families with low incomes to attain skills, knowledge, motivation, and opportunities to become self-sufficient and independent as well as to revitalize their communities.

African American Father and his two young daughters. This represents the number of Head Start Families served by I-CARE, Inc.

173

HEAD START/EARLY HEAD START FAMILIES SERVED

3,255

CHILDREN'S MEALS SERVED

287

OUTREACH SERVICES PROVIDED

Older woman in an orange t-shirt outside of her front door. She represents the number of CSBG families served through I-CARE, Inc.

98 ECONOMIC MOBILITY SERVICES FAMILIES SERVED

51 Housing/Energy Efficiency Services

African American father, mother and baby.

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Our Story

I-CARE, Inc. is a private non-profit 501(c)(3) Community Action Agency (CAA) that has worked to expand economic security for vulnerable families since 1965. We strive to deliver high quality initiatives that allow access to jobs, housing, education, and childcare.

I-CARE Services

Economic Mobility Services

Head Start | Early Head Start

Energy Efficiency Services

Financial management
Job readiness training
Educational assistance
Employment assistance
Housing assistance

High Quality Education
Individualized Curriculum
Family Case Management
Disability Services and Support
Mental Health Services
Meal Plans
Health Screenings and assistance

Replace existing lighting with energy efficient bulbs
Improve health & safety conditions
Seal major air leaks
Install insulation in attics, walls & floors
Seal & insulate ducts
Install a smart thermostat
Tune-up & repair HVAC systems

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NEWS

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Free Roofs Bring Hope to Local Families

Lincoln Times News Article April 29, 2026

NOTICES

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Your Voice Matters! Take Our Community Needs Assessment Survey

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We invite residents of Iredell, Alexander, and Catawba counties to participate in our Community Needs Assessment. Your feedback is crucial in helping us better understand the needs of our community. Please take a moment to complete the survey and share your insights. Together, we can make a positive impact!