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CAN’s mission is to work in partnership with the community to develop, operate, and support programs that reduce vulnerability and promote personal growth, stability, and self sufficiency among low income residents. We advocate for persons in need and are dedicated to creating a stronger community and a better way of life for all residents of the Baltimore Region.

Incorporated in 1965, the Community Assistance Network, Inc. (CAN) is a private, nonprofit 501(c)(3) human services organization and serves as the legally-designated community action agency for Baltimore County. In response to President Lyndon Johnson’s War on Poverty initiative, our mission was at the time and remains to offer no-cost programs and services for low-income families and at-risk persons. When residents lack sufficient resources or face barriers to economic and social self-sufficiency, CAN is there to help. We actively advocate for the rights of all low-income people and serve as their voice to local, state and Federal policymakers.