Community Emergency Assistance Programs (CEAP) is a community-based, non-profit agency dedicated to providing information, referrals, advocacy and assistance to its neighbors, primarily in the northern suburbs. To celebrate 50 years in the community, CEAP is spotlighting active supporters -- like District 5950 and the Rotary Clubs of Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center.
In a recent blog post, CEAP featured Gina Smith (Brooklyn Park) who uses her Rotary ties to be an active supporter. "The Rotary Club of Brooklyn Park has partnered with CEAP for decades because we serve the community through a wide variety of programs," Gina said. "CEAP is more than just a food shelf; we embrace every neighbor with a full range of wrap-around supports and community connections." Besides noting the ways local Rotary clubs have supported CEAP, the post credits District 5950 for getting critical funds into the community during the early pandemic months. CEAP received some of this financial support as demand for their services surged. Gina summarized, “CEAP is a lifeline. It’s a chance to make a difference. And it’s hope – especially today.”