Community Services Consortium

Established in July, 1980, as the state-designated community action agency for Linn, Benton, and Lincoln counties, Community Services Consortium is one of 18 community action agencies in Oregon that deliver programs designed to combat poverty and its root causes in our state.

As part of a nationwide network of anti-poverty organizations, CSC joins in leading the way to educate and advocate for those in need in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln counties. We are a public, nonprofit organization dedicated to ending poverty in Oregon.

CSC is supported by federal, state, and local funds, as well as through private grants, donations, and fundraising efforts. CSC’s oversight consists of a Governing Board and Advisory Board to which we report on a regular basis.

Our current priorities are:

• Jobs and financial help;
• Quality education and training;
• Adequate food and nutrition; and
• Safe, decent and affordable housing.