No longer accepting applications.
February 18, 2021
We are no longer accepting applications for assistance. We will start accepting applications again on Monday, March 1st. You may pick up an application at your local county office on that day. Our office hours are Monday thru Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm.
Board of Directors Meeting
February 5, 2021
Wateree Community Actions, Inc. Board of Directors Meeting Tuesday, February 23, 2021 6:00 p.m. This meeting will take place virtually. Please contact jcameron@wcai.org for virtual invitation.
Board Meeting
November 17, 2020
Wateree Community Actions, Inc. Board of Directors Meeting Tuesday, December 8, 2020 6:00 p.m. This meeting will take place virtually. Please contact jcameron@wcai.org for virtual invitation.
Board Meeting
October 7, 2020
Wateree Community Actions, Inc. Board of Directors Meeting Tuesday, October 27, 2020 6:00 p.m. This meeting will take place virtually. Please contact jcameron@wcai.org for virtual invitation.
Our Head Start program is accepting applications for the upcoming school year.
August 10, 2020
Hey YOU!! Our Head Start program is accepting applications for the upcoming school year. Is your child ready to join the TIGERS?! Serving Clarendon, Kershaw, Lee and Sumter counties.
Head Start/Early Head Start Class of 2020 Graduation
August 3, 2020
Head Start Graduates of 2020 “Ready to Soar to Great Heights”
Blanketing Families Visit & "I'm Booked" Campaign
July 29, 2020
On July 13th and July 20th Blanketing Families, Inc. came to Paxville HS center to interact with the children and participate in classroom activities for the "I'm Booked" Campaign. Ms. Jayah Washington, the author of the book, "Jayda&Jayden", read her book to the children on Zoom on July 27th. Mrs. Anette Hammond and Ann Pringle also donated bags that included a t-shirt, new book and a Minion mask
Blanketing Families Food Drive
July 29, 2020
On July 23rd, Blanketing Families provided a food drive for Paxville Head Start Families and the community. Thank you Blanketing Families, Inc.
Board Meeting
July 6, 2020
Wateree Community Actions, Inc. Board of Directors Meeting Tuesday, April 7, 2020 6:00 p.m. This meeting will take place via Conference Call. Please contact local office for conference call information.
COVID-19 Housing Assistance
May 18, 2020
Assistance for individuals who were affected by COVID-19. Must have proof to show that COVID-19 was the cause of your situation.
SSI EIP Press Release
April 24, 2020
SSI recipients to release $500 per dependents... (see press release for details)
WCAI is #HeadStartStrong
April 14, 2020
Check out this awesome video our staff made for our families & students. Though apart for now, we are still together and stronger than ever. Continue to stay safe & healthy!
Head Start Home Learning Ideas
April 6, 2020
Our Head Start programs has provided at-home learning activities for our families.
Locations Temporarily Closed Due to COVID-19
March 20, 2020
Due to the increased threat of COVID-19 and out of concern for our clients and staff, WCAI has decided to close our locations effective Monday, March 23rd. A re-opening date will be announced via our website www.wcai.org, News WLTX 19, News WIS10 and Facebook page. Stay healthy and be well! In case of an emergency, please call your local County Coordinator Monday-Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 p
Board Meeting
March 16, 2020
Wateree Community Actions, Inc. Boardof DirectorsMeeting Tuesday, April 7, 2020 6:00 p.m. This meeting will take place via Conference Call. Please contact local office for conference call information.
Head Start/Early Head Start Centers Remain Closed
March 15, 2020
Following Gov. McMaster's decision to close all South Carolina schools, all of our head start/early head start centers will remainclosed unless otherwise announced.Staff should communicate with their direct supervisor for further details.
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YLP Coordinator Reads at Local Elementary School
March 2, 2020
Mr. Kerry Graydon, the Youth Leadership Coordinator at Wateree Community Actions, participated, along with several fathers, brothers, uncles, and community leaders in the "Real Men Read" at J. P. Thomas Elementary School on Thursday, February 27