WJCC-CAA Expands Head Start Services Across Seven Virginia Localities

Williamsburg-James City County Community Action Agency

Office of the CEO

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | August 20, 2025

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WJCC-CAA Expands Head Start Services Across Seven Virginia Localities

WILLIAMSBURG, VA - The Williamsburg James City County Community Action Agency (WJCC-CAA) has been officially selected by the Office of Head Start, via its Designation Renewal System (DRS), to provide vital Head Start services in New Kent, Charles City, King William, Gloucester, Mathews, Middlesex, and the Town of West Point. This marks a renewed commitment to empowering children and families in these communities, with administrative oversight commencing August 1, 2025, from WJCC-CAA's main office at 3300 Acorn Street, Suite B, Williamsburg, Virginia 23188.

WJCC-CAA, a cornerstone Virginia Community Action Agency since 1970, is a private non-profit 501(c)(3) organization deeply committed to community empowerment and poverty reduction. Alongside Head Start program services, the agency offers vital initiatives such as Project Discovery, Energy Assistance, and Financial Literacy, empowering children, youth and families annually. This renewal underscores WJCC-CAA's proven track record and dedication to delivering high-quality, impactful child development programs. “We are incredibly honored and excited to continue fostering the development of children and supporting families in these communities, said “Dr. Cheryl Finch, President and CEO of WJCC-CAA. “This expansion of services allows us to deepen our roots in New Kent, Charles City, King William, Gloucester, Middlesex, Mathews, and the Town of West Point, ensuring sustained access to early childhood education and family resources that build a strong foundation for future success.”

Further information regarding enrollment, program specifics, and community engagement opportunities for families in the affected areas will be released by WJCC-CAA in the coming weeks.

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Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the state or local agency that administers the program or contact USDA through the Telecommunications Relay Service at 711 (voice and TTY). Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.

To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, A Q -3027, found online at How to File a Program Discrimination Complaint and at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by:

1.       Mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights,1400 Independence Avenue, S W, Mail Stop 9410, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410;

2.       Fax: (202) 690-7442; or

3.       Email: program.intake@usda.gov.

The WJCC-CAA is a non-profit organization focused on fostering self-sufficiency and improving the quality of life for individuals and families in James City County, City of Williamsburg, and surrounding counties. Since 1970, WJCC-CAA has delivered programs, including Head Start, designed to address poverty and promote community empowerment, resources that build a strong foundation for future success.