Fulmont Community Action Agency Inc.

Fulmont Community Action Agency Inc. is a non-profit organization registered to receive federal grant awards since September 18, 2009. As a tax-exempt entity, Fulmont primarily focuses on providing comprehensive early childhood education and support services through federal grant programs. The agency's core mission revolves around delivering Head Start programs, which aim to promote school readiness and improve the cognitive, physical, behavioral, and social-emotional development of low-income and at-risk children in New York. Fulmont Community Action Agency Inc. serves as a vital resource for vulnerable populations, offering a range of social services designed to alleviate poverty and enhance the quality of life for disadvantaged individuals and families.

Through its federal grant awards and sub-awards, Fulmont Community Action Agency Inc. has established a diverse portfolio of services and programs. The agency was awarded a significant $6,014,190 Head Start project grant from the Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Children and Families, covering the period from April 1, 2024, to March 31, 2029. This grant enables Fulmont to provide comprehensive early childhood education, health, nutrition, and family support services. Additionally, Fulmont has partnered with the New York Department of State as a subrecipient to implement various poverty alleviation programs, focusing on improving lives through social service initiatives designed to increase family income and enhance overall quality of life. The agency also operates as a local agency for the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) nutrition program through sub-grants from the NYS Department of Health. Furthermore, Fulmont has received funding to help prevent, prepare, and respond to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, demonstrating its adaptability in addressing community needs during times of crisis. These diverse grant awards and partnerships showcase Fulmont's commitment to providing a wide range of essential services to support vulnerable populations in New York.