RRVCA IS CLOSED EFFECTIVE 8/15/25

The Board of Directors of Red River Valley Community Action (RRVCA), a nonprofit organization committed to supporting low-income individuals and families in achieving economic self-sufficiency, has made the difficult decision to close daily operations effective August 15, 2025.

Community Action Services Available

In the wake of Red River Valley Community Action’s closure, limited services remain available to residents of Region IV (Grand Forks, Nelson, Pembina, and Walsh Counties) through Community Action Program Region V (Fargo) and Community Action Program Region VI (Jamestown). Community Action Partnership of North Dakota is committed to ensuring that essential supports continue for households in need. Community Action is able to offer LiHEAP Emergency Furnace, Supportive Services for Veteran Families, and Homeless Supportive Services; scroll down for additional information. 

Please check back for regular updates.  

LiHEAP Emergency Furnace Program

LIHEAP Emergency Furnace Program: Provides assistance for furnace repairs or replacement when a home’s heating system is not working and/or poses an immediate threat. 

 Basic Emergency Furnace Program Eligibility: This program is for low-income homeowner-occupied households and requires an energy/heating assistance (LIHEAP) approval or referral letter through North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services to be eligible.

 Emergency Furnace Contact: Cathy B

 Address: 3233 University Dr. S, Fargo, ND 58104

 Phone Number: 701.232.2452

 Email: cathyb@sendcaa.org

Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF)

Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) Program is a VA initiative designed to help low-income Veteran families who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. It provides supportive services like case management, healthcare navigation, legal services, financial assistance, employment assistance, and more. The goal is to help Veterans achieve and maintain stable housing. 

Basic SSVF Eligibility: Must be a Veteran who was discharged from the Armed Forces with a discharge other than Dishonorable, have a household income at or below 80% Area Median Income (AMI), and either be homeless or at imminent risk of homelessness. 

SSVF Contact: Darla A.

Address: 1013 N 5th St, Grand Forks, ND 58203

Phone Number: 701-317-0183

Email: darla@cap6.com

Homeless Supportive Services

Homeless Supportive Services: The Homeless Supportive Services Program focuses on delivering vital assistance to individuals and families experiencing homelessness, those at risk of homelessness, and other priority populations (i.e., Household's fleeing Domestic Violence). This program provides supportive services like case management, financial assistance, rental assistance, and more. The goal is to significantly reduce homelessness and enhance housing stability across North Dakota. The Homeless Supportive Services program is committed to providing comprehensive support to eligible individuals and families, empowering them to achieve and maintain safe, secure housing. 

Basic Eligibility: Eligibility criteria is dependent upon the client's current housing situation. Homeless Supportive Services is for civilians (non-Veterans) who are experiencing homelessness or is at-risk of homelessness. For more information on eligibility criteria, please call Christy, the Homeless Services Case Manager. 

Homeless Supportive Services Contact: Christy B.

Address: 1013 N 5th St, Grand Forks, ND 58203

Phone Number: 701-317-3827

Email: christy@cap6.com

Need Additional Guidance?

If you're unsure which program to contact or need help connecting with services, please call 701-746-5431.  

• You can also visit our RESOURCES PAGE for a fill list of local and statewide supports.
• Community Agency Networking Association (CANA) is a group of individuals & agencies whose mission is to advocate for ending homelessness through community awareness, outreach, prevention & civic engagement in the Greater Grand Forks/East Grand Forks area. The CANA Brochure outlining assistance available in the community can be found here.