50 Years of Community Action! 1964 2014 Community Action: 50 Years of Moving Forward Community Action Partnership 50th Anniversary Annual Convention August 19-23, 2014 Washington Marriott Wardman Park Washington, DC 20008
of Years Community 50 Action! Community Action 2014 The 2014 Annual Convention highlights the legacy, achievements, and the very best of Community Action as we move toward the next 50 years and beyond. Join your colleagues, friends, supporters, and the pioneers who have helped to make this the strongest network ever! As we gather in Washington, DC on the actual anniversary date, August 20, of the signing of the Economic Opportunity Act, we will be together to learn, share, plan, and reflect on the unparalleled accomplishments of this great Community Action Network and the incredible people each one of you - who have helped to shape it. We are at the table with more partners than ever before and our Network is in the forefront of program and community development. During this Convention we will come together to showcase our strengths, strategies and achievements and share our very best practices in all these areas and more. There is change ahead of us for the better as Community Action evolves, reinvents, and innovates. Join us in Washington, DC as we chart our Network s future! Opening Session The Convention officially convenes on Wednesday, August 20, at 1:30 pm with opening remarks and the 50th Anniversary kick-off. We will have special guests offer a welcome Community Action as well as a dynamic speaker to get us started for the full week ahead! Workshop and Breakout Sessions The 80 to 90 educational sessions are the core of our Convention. Sessions cover all aspects of agency program and management operations. Please check our website: www.communityactionpartnership.com for session updates and descriptions beginning in the early spring. Our tracks include: 50th Anniversary Commemoration (History, Legacy, Retrospectives) Leadership Human Resources and Fiscal Management Consumer Input and Community Engagement ROMA/Evaluation, Data, and Analysis Community Economic Development Innovative Programs and the Future of Community Action Training updates will be provided on our website and through Community Action Partnership E-News. Convention Reception Washington, DC Style Enjoy the food and the networking at the 50th Anniversary reception from 6:00 to 8:00 pm on Wednesday, August 20. Sample the tastes of the town and enjoy entertainment and music of the 1960s (and on!).
of Years Community 50 Action! 50th Anniversary Gala Friday, August 22, 2014 6:30 pm -10:00 pm Dress up, bring your memories and your enthusiasm and join us on Friday, August 22, for a very special event, featuring remarks from Mark Shriver, Vice President of Save the Children and champion for Community Action. We look forward to having many of our partners and supporters join us for the evening. As we take the time to celebrate our past achievements and honor some special people, we will also be looking ahead to continuing to live the Promise of Community Action in the years ahead. Exhibit Hall The exhibits at the Annual Convention provide the Community Action Network with an opportunity to view a wide range of products and services in one convenient location. Take advantage of the program breaks to discuss your agency needs with the exhibitors. Whether you are interested in Community Action specialty items or management solutions to help you run your agency more efficiently and more effectively, the vendors are there to help. Connect With Friends & MEET NEW COLLEAGUES Enjoy the Community Action Partnership Convention and Washington, DC in the company of friends, long-time and just met! Attend the sessions, share remembrances with colleagues, especially during this 50th year, and enjoy four days of learning, networking, and coming together to renew friendships. Also, take time before or after the Convention with your family to enjoy the beautiful museums and scenic walks around the Washington, DC area. Take Advantage of RegIstration Savings Save money if your agency or association is a Community Action Partnership member and you register before July 11th. Annual Convention Hotel: Washington Marriott Wardman Park Hotel The Washington Marriott Wardman Park Hotel is offering a special rate of $199 single and double. To make a reservation, call: 1 (800) 228-9290 or (202) 328-2000, or go to our website at: www. communityactionpartnership.com and click on the hotel reservations link. If you call, you must mention Community Action Partnership to get the convention rate. Experience Washington, DC like a local with this hotel s convenient location in the heart of Cleveland Park. Situated on 16 breath-taking acres, this venue is just steps from quaint restaurants, unique shops, Rock Creek Park trails, the National Zoo and a metro station. Book your hotel room now to take advantage of reduced rates. Community Action Partnership has negotiated special discounted room rates with the Washington Marriott Wardman Park Hotel. Your patronage of this official Convention hotel makes it possible for the Partnership to
50 Years of Community Action! secure the space and the guest rooms necessary at a greatly reduced cost. The Marriott not only offers discounted rates and the best networking opportunities, but staying in the group block helps the association meet its obligation to the hotel, avoid penalties, and keep meeting registration prices down. We thank you in advance for your support. Room reservations and deposits should be received by the hotel no later than July 24, 2014, and are subject to availability in the group block. Reservation requests made after this date will be handled on a space and rate available basis. Tweet about the convention using #CommunityAction50! Share your thoughts and experiences about the convention and the 50th anniversary of Community Action by using the hashtag #CommunityAction50 on Twitter. And make sure to follow us at @CAPartnership (our main account), @NatTrainingCtr, (our Training and Technical Assistance account) and @CAP_CED (our Community Economic Development account) Air Travel Washington, DC is accessible by three major airports. Transportation options, approximate travel times, and approximate fares to and from the airports are listed below. Fares are subject to change. This hotel does not provide shuttle service. Amtrak to Union Station Metro to hotel; fee: 16 USD (one way); reservation required Estimated taxi fare: 88 USD (one way) Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport Reagan National Airport is served by 15 commercial airlines and is located 3 miles from downtown Washington, DC. Approximate 20-minute drive to downtown Washington, DC. Estimated taxi fare: 30 USD (one way) Washington Dulles International Airport Dulles is served by 33 commercial airlines and is located 26 miles from downtown Washington, DC. Approximate 35-minute drive to downtown Washington, DC. Estimated taxi fare: 60 USD (one way) Baltimore Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport BWI is served by 12 commercial airlines and is located 33 miles from downtown Washington, DC. Approximate 45-minute drive to downtown Washington, DC. Estimated taxi fare: 88 USD (one way) Alternate transportation: Amtrak to Union Station- Metro to hotel; fee: 16 USD (one way); reservation required
50 Years of Community Action! 50th Anniversary Annual Convention Preliminary Schedule Monday, August 18 8:30 am 5:00 pm Wipfli pre-convention training sessions (separate registration) Tuesday, August 19 8:30 am 5:00 pm Wipfli pre-convention training sessions (separate registration) 12:00 pm 5:00 pm Convention Registration Desk open 12:00 pm 4:30 pm Pre-convention training sessions Emerging Leaders Executive Director Training (New and Veteran ) 1:00 pm 4:30 pm Local CAA Community Service Program Wednesday, August 20 Theme: History and Legacy of Community Action 8:00 am 5:00 pm Registration & Exhibits 9:00 9:45 am Meet the Candidates 10:00 am 11:00 am Regional Caucuses 11:00 am 12:00 pm CCAP Orientation 12:00 pm 1:00 pm Lunch on Your Own 1:30 pm 2:45 pm Opening General Session & 50th Kick-off 3:00 4:30 pm Workshops 6:00 8:00 pm 50th Anniversary RECEPTION Thursday, August 21 Theme: Community Action Today 8:00 am 5:00 pm Registration and Exhibits 7:30 am 8:30 am Breakfast 8:00 am 9:00 am Candidates Forum and Annual Membership Meeting 9:00 am 1:00 pm Community Action Partnership Elections 9:15 am 10:15 am Legislative Update 10:30 am 12:00 pm Workshops 12:00 pm 1:30 pm CCAP Luncheon/Annual Meeting (Ticket purchase required) 12:00 pm 1:30 pm Lunch (on your own) 1:45 3:00 pm General Session 3:00 3:30 pm Snack Break & Exhibit Raffle 3:45 5:15 pm Workshops Friday, August 22 Theme: Future of Community Action the Next 50 Years 9:00 10:15 am General Session 10:30 am 12:00 pm Workshops 12:00 pm 1:30 pm Lunch (on your own) 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Workshops 12:00 pm 4:00 pm Special history exhibits 3:00 pm 4:00 pm Interactive Town Hall and Forum: Future of Community Action 5:30 6:30 pm Cocktail Hour (Ballroom foyer cash bar) 6:30 9:30 pm 50th Anniversary Awards Gala Saturday, August 23 8:30 11:30 am Send-off breakfast; Wrap-up and Results of Forum; Rededication Closing Speaker & Adjourn
Community Action Partnership 50th anniversary convention REGISTRATION FORM 50 Years of Community Action! 1964 2014 August 19-23, 2014 Washington Marriott Wardman Park 2660 Woodley Road, NW, Washington, DC 20008 202.328.2000 $199. single/double; 219. triple. Mention Community Action Partnership, or click on the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel link on our website: www.communityactionpartnership.com Cut off date for reservations at the guaranteed rate based on availability: Thursday, July 24, 2014. Please book early we expect rooms to sell out at the convention rate before the cut-off date. Please note: the 50th Anniversary Gala will be on Friday night, August 22, so make your travel arrangements accordingly! Name Name on badge Title Agency Address City State Zip Code Telephone Fax Email 2014 Convention Registration Fees Member Agencies Non-Member Agencies Amount Due Discounted until July 11 $595 per person $875 per person $ After July 11 $695 per person $975 per person $ PRE-CONFERENCE ACTIVITIES: Lunch will be provided for all pre-conference attendees. All sessions are on Tuesday, August 19, 12:00 pm 4:30 pm, including lunch (please check our website for more details) Emerging Leaders $60 per person $ New Executive Directors $70 per person $ Seasoned/Veteran/Experienced Executive Directors $75 per person $ Community Service Day (lunch not included) $30 per person (bus fee) $ CHECK HERE TOTAL $ Payment: Check, purchase order, or credit card information must accompany this registration form, OR NEW! You may now register online at http://forms.communityactionpartnership.com/registration (credit card payment required) Check enclosed for $ Purchase Order # Please charge $ to my: Visa Mastercard Discover American Express Card # Expiration Date Name on card Company Signature Make checks payable to Community Action Partnership. Note: A portion of the room rates will help to defray Community Action Partnership s expenses. Cancellations must be submitted in writing by August 1, 2014. Attn: Accounting Department. Fees cannot be refunded after July 25. A handling charge of $150 per person will apply to all cancellation requests. Substitute registrants are permitted; notify Community Action Partnership of any substitutions. If you are physically challenged, please let us know. Submit a separate form for each participant. Fax or mail to: Community Action Partnership, 1140 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 1210, Washington, DC 20036 Fax: (202) 265-5048 Phone (202) 265-7546 Federal Tax ID 52-1120274 www.communityactionpartnership.com