About

About us

Action pact is a community action agency deeply rooted in the promise of improving lives and communities.

For over 50 years, we have worked alongside local partners and have become integral to the progress of the individuals and families in the communities we serve.

Our pact

We draw strength from our past and focus our energy on an even stronger future. With action pact’s help, our communities will be full of neighbors who can support their families, boost their education, and have a meaningful impact.

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Leadership

Our mission is big.

We strive to create equal opportunity by prioritizing progress over programs.

To succeed, our staff of nearly 400 have to work as one team moving toward a common goal. This requires strong, diverse, and passionate leaders.

Meet our team.

The Executive Board of Directors of Action pact Inc. met

and voted at a called meeting on December 5, 2022, to approve Dr. Shelli Tyre as Executive Director.

We look forward to working with Dr. Tyre in her new role.

Dr. Shelli TyreExecutive Director

VacantDeputy Director

Hayley StephensFiscal Director

Sonja EasonHuman Resources Director

Elena RyalsDevelopment Director

Joey WilkesIT Director

Carolyn BlackshearEducational Talent Search Director

Amanda LankfordHead Start Director

Jeffrey MillerWeatherization Director

Anna WallCASA Director

Diane RogersCommunity Services Director

Linda SteedleyCommunity Care Services Director

Meet our Board

Our governing Board is a representation of the diverse communities we serve. The Board is tripartite, comprised of representation from the low-income, private, and public sectors of our eighteen county primary service area. They play a crucial role in action pact’s planning and accountability and help us stay connected to the needs of each unique community.