ABOUT
CAP OC
THIS IS WHERE POVERTY ENDS
mission
We seek to end and prevent poverty by stabilizing, sustaining and empowering people with the resources they need when they need them. By forging strategic partnerships, we form a powerful force to improve our community.
vision
We see generations of healthy communities where poverty ceases to exist.
OUR
STORY
Born of the War on Poverty, Community Action Partnership of Orange County (CAP OC) has worked to enhance the quality of life here since 1965. We boldly address the root causes of poverty and advocate for change through systemic reforms, social justice and racial equity. We live and work in the neighborhoods we so passionately serve—coming together from all backgrounds and experiences to stabilize, sustain and empower individuals and families so they may build stronger communities.
values
LEADERSHIP
We are guiding critical shifts in how people think and act to address the root causes of poverty.
COLLABORATION
We bring together all capable partners to achieve transformative results.
TRUST
For over 50 years, the community has counted on us to empower those in need.
COMPASSION
We treat each person we serve respectfully and with great care.
JUSTICE
We are passionate about advocating for those living in poverty and creating equity throughout the region.
EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP COUNCIL
GREGORY SCOTT
PRESIDENT & CEO
Gregory Scott has dedicated his career to promoting social justice and inclusion and improving the well- being of underserved and vulnerable populations. A passionate visionary and change agent, Mr. Scott has demonstrated successful experience as an executive in both the private and nonprofit sector.
ALAN SILKES
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
WILLIAM “BILL” BAILOR
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
William “Bill” Bailor oversees the operations of the agency, including Programs, Planning, IT, and facilities. Bill plays a major collaborative role in CAP OC’s strategic planning metrics, business/program development, contract management, evaluation, quality assurance, and continuous improvement among other operational duties.
LASHANDA MAZE
CHIEF DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
LaShanda Maze is dedicated to helping individuals achieve their philanthropic goals to help create change in the world. LaShanda brings with her a reputable history of major donor cultivation, building corporate relationships, and a solid background in brand management, marketing, media and communications.
Marvin Lee
DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES
Marvin Lee brings his passion for creating best-in-class culture to CAP OC, with big-picture vision and attention to detail. Beyond the overall administration of People & Culture, his commitment to CAP OC’s Mission is realized by supporting the team’s continuous Development, Growth, and Well-being.
SENIOR LEADERSHIP TEAM
HELEN ACEVEZ
DIRECTOR OF YOUTH AND FAMILY PROGRAMS
CHRISTINE BAGINSKI
DIRECTOR OF ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
MARK LOWRY
DIRECTOR OF THE OC FOOD BANK
CURTIS GIBBS
DIRECTOR OF PLANNING AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
BOARD OFFICERS
GREGORY SCOTT
PRESIDENT & CEO
IRENE BASDAKIS
BOARD CHAIR
WILLIAM O’CONNELL
VICE CHAIR
DOUG WOOLEY
BOARD SECRETARY
ALICIA BERHOW
TREASURER
CATEGORY I REPRESENTATIVE OF PUBLIC OFFICES
Representing OC Board Of Supervisors District 1
ALBERTA CHRISTY
Representing OC Board Of Supervisors District 2
GABRIELA HERNANDEZ
Representing OC Board Of Supervisors District 3
JOHN PARK
Representing OC Board Of Supervisors District 4
DOUG WOOLEY, MBA,MA
BOARD SECRETARY
Representing OC Board Of Supervisors District 5
IRENE BASDAKIS, ESQ.
BOARD CHAIR
CATEGORY II REPRESENTATIVE OF THE LOW-INCOME
DAVID DRAKEFORD
NAACP
CONNIE J. JONES
SWCC
NAHLA KAYALI
ACCESS CALIFORNIA SERVICES
WILLIAM O’CONNELL
COLETTE’S CHILDREN’S HOME
VICE CHAIR
AMELIA RAMOS-MORENO
LOW INCOME COMMUNITY AT-LARGE
CATEGORY III REPRESENTATIVE OF PRIVATE ORGANIZATIONS
ALICIA BERHOW
CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS
TREASURER
VIJAY CHIDAMBARAM
COSTAR
ANURADHA
PRAKASH, PH.D
CHAPMAN UNIVERSITY
JOSHUA R. MINO
GODES & PREIS, LLP, IRVINE, CA
TODD STALEY
Philanthropist
ANNUAL REPORTS
FINANCIAL AUDITS
990 FORMS
OTHER
• 2023 Community Needs Assessment – 1 Page Report | Enhanced Report | Pocket Guide | Full Report
• CAP OC Giving Guide A-Z
• CAP OC RFP Feasibility Study
• 2022 – 2027 CAP OC Strategic Plan Pocket Guide
• 2022 – 2027 CAP OC Strategic Plan
• CAP OC Theory of Change
Interested in joining our team? See open positions here.
USDA Nondiscrimination Statement:
In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.
Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the responsible state or local agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.
To file a program discrimination complaint, a Complainant should complete a Form AD-3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form which can be obtained online at: https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/USDA-OASCR%20P-Complaint-Form-0508-0002-508-11-28-17Fax2Mail.pdf, from any USDA office, by calling (866) 632-9992, or by writing a letter addressed to USDA. The letter must contain the complainant’s name, address, telephone number, and a written description of the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (ASCR) about the nature and date of an alleged civil rights violation. The completed AD-3027 form or letter must be submitted to USDA by:
(1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410;
(2) fax: (833) 256-1665 or (202) 690-7442; or
(3) email: program.intake@usda.gov.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.