2026 ANNUAL CONFERENCE

Join us May 19 - 22, in Wilmington!

Each year, members of the North Carolina Community Action Association, speakers, vendors and workshop leaders gather for a few days of networking, learning and fun. Register today!

2026 NCCAA Conference Registration

Board Summit Registration

Full Agenda

Glance Agenda

2026 Pre-Conference Leadership Summit

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Welcome Reception/Weatherization/Sneaker Ball/Cards Training

Meet Our Keynote Speaker

Dr. Kenston J. Griffin

Dr. Kenston J. Griffin is a distinguished keynote speaker, accomplished best-selling author, international leadership expert and highly sought-after trainer and certified executive coach. He consistently pushes the boundaries of conventional thinking and is recognized for his exceptional presentations in various divisions, including corporate, education, government and non-profit. Dr. Griffin attained his bachelor's degree from Livingstone College, completed his master's degree in an impressive one year at the University of South Carolina and his doctorate from Wilberforce University.

As the Founder and CEO of Dream Builders Communication, Inc. (DBC), Dr. Griffin and his elite team are a full-service consulting firm specializing in proprietary assessments, professional/organizational development, process improvement, executive coaching, strategic planning and crisis management.

Hotel Reservations

The NCCAA Room Block at the Ballast is full

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown is full

Fairfield Inn & Suites Wilmington has availability

Sponsorships

Our agencies are a diverse reflection of local communities and we are united in our commitment to serve low-income families and embody the promise of community action. We're all working to help people help themselves and each other.

Please show your support & join us in our mission today!

Who will be attending?
Executive directors/CEOs and founders, nonprofit staff, Head Start and weatherization staff, board members, community volunteers, new and veteran board members, officers and committee chairs, community leaders, consultants, contractors, elected officials, civil servants and partners.

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