The ACAM Network advances collaboration to create community-wide solutions for thriving nonprofits, neighborhoods, and families.
What it offers:
Capacity Building: ACAM promotes sound practices in nonprofit operations and programming. Organizational assessments inform members on areas of strength and weakness and are used to develop capacity building plans. ACAM supports plan implementation through stipends for training and consulting and direct grants to develop organizational infrastructure. Networking and Training: This
component promotes best practice knowledge, peer learning and information exchange for the following groups: executive directors, resource development managers, volunteer coordinators, client service managers and thrift store managers. Peer mentoring relationships are developed among executive directors. This component also helps to build relationships between ACAM members and funders. Collaborative Initiatives: ACAM helps members use their collective strength to develop city-wide service streams and service models that address root causes of poverty. ACAM also organizes member- and funder-driven initiatives to provide immediate response to member needs. ACAM is effective in coordinating efforts to address emergency situations affecting the lives of the clients served by the CAMs, including but not limited to disaster relief. Advocacy and Outreach: This component is aimed at increasing membership by reaching out to underserved parts of Greater Houston, raising the profile of CAMs as service hubs in their communities and raising awareness around the issues affecting the people served by the CAMs. Activities are focused on rallying support for initiatives and funding that will provide pathways out of poverty for the CAMs’ clients.
10/01/2025
Please join us in welcoming our newest Board Member: Michael Zarich, SVP Wealth Advisor at BOK Financial/Bank of Texas.
His experience and expertise will enhance our Board’s dedication to strengthening our regional collaboration and improving the lives of our communities. We are excited for his leadership as we further our mission to advance collaboration to create community-wide solutions for thriving non-profits, neighborhoods, and families.
Welcome Michael!
09/19/2025
As ACAM embarks on 21 years of ‘doing more together’ we are also celebrating a milestone that was not a part of the original plan – the anniversary of our 501(c)(3) nonprofit incorporation on September 19, 2011. The original plan was a pilot conceived as a means for faith‐based organizations that provide basic needs services to increase their capacity to do more mission, the Zip Code Assistance Ministries Organizational Development Program (ZCAM ODP). Through the power of collaboration, Executive Leadership and individual agencies grew and improved. Energized by this momentum, they developed the Alliance of Community Assistance Ministries (ACAM), a legacy of ZCAM ODP, which has grown to 15 staff and a budget of $6M working to strengthen the connective tissue between high-performing service agencies to bolster regional resiliency.
09/11/2025
ACAM is thrilled to announce a Texas Talent Connection (TTC) grant award from the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) of $350,000 to support the Health Care Careers Initiative (HCCI) in Brazoria, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Montgomery, and Waller counties. This innovative outreach and barrier removal program helps opportunity youth complete a credential in healthcare and secure employment as medical assistants, dental assistants, or certified nursing assistants.
“The Texas Talent Connection grant will help our region’s growing population of youth that aren’t working and aren’t in school to secure job placement and higher wages,” said ACAM CEO Sharon Zachary. “In addition, it will contribute to a skilled talent pool for in-demand health care careers.”
09/04/2025
Tomorrow is International Day of Charity.
In the spirit of giving, we encourage you to give back in any way you can in service to our communities and to our neighbors.
Together We Do More. ❤️🤲🌐
08/29/2025
This Labor Day Weekend, we honor those whose hard work makes a positive change in our communities.
We wish everyone a safe and restful holiday!
ACAM will be closed on Monday, September 1 in observance of the holiday and will resume operations on Tuesday, September 2.
08/22/2025
ACAM is pleased to announce the appointment of two new Board Members: Gwen Sims, Community Health and Wellness Division Manager at Fort Bend County Health & Human Services, and Debbie S. Gibson, retired Zions Bancorporation Executive.
They bring years of experience and leadership as well as a shared commitment to improving the well-being of our friends and neighbors of all backgrounds. Their talent and expertise will enhance the strength and impact of our board to further our mission to advance collaboration to create community-wide solutions for thriving non-profits, neighborhoods, and families.
Welcome Debbie and Gwen!
08/19/2025
ACAM is proud to support you in your journey! In order to apply, you must be:
-18-24 years of age
-Authorized to work in the US
-Registered with Selective Service (male applicants only)
-Have a High School Diploma or GED
-Live in Brazoria, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Montgomery, or Waller County
ACAM is proud to announce Workforce Network Optimization Director, Billy Reddick, has been selected to participate in the highly competitive Excellence for Nonprofit Leadership (ENL) Program presented by The George Foundation. This intensive eight-session course is designed to provide strategic and technical support to strengthen the skills and capacity of the individuals and organizations working toward a common goal of serving Fort Bend County.
Billy has more than 15 years of experience in workforce development and exudes a profound commitment to ensuring the success of our most vulnerable young people. He is deeply valued by his colleagues at ACAM, and will no doubt be a tremendous asset to the ENL peer network. Congratulations to Billy and all the outstanding members of the 2025 ENL cohort!
06/25/2025
Register Today! ACAM is proud to offer the Training and Networking Program to our partners, and this month we will cover some important topics like Building Relationship with Funders, Boosting Profits for Your Nonprofit Resale Shop, and even a dedicated networking session for Volunteer Programs.
Follow the link for registration information:
Email from ACAM Register & Mark Your Calendars! Register & Mark Your Calendars! July Training & Networking Events For two decades, the Training and Networking Program has convened nonprofit partners t
06/17/2025
Open to giving a hand while receiving one? Interested in supplemental entry-level labor at no-cost? If so, the Workforce Solutions Work Experience program is a great opportunity! Email Amber Jolla at [email protected] to apply and/or learn more.
05/23/2025
Come join us at the NextGen Healthcare Hiring Hub! This in-person event is a chance to connect with healthcare companies looking to hire entry-level, talented individuals. Remember to bring copies of your resume, and come dressed to impress! Employers will be looking to hire for positions such as CNA, Medical Assistant, Care Giver, Medical Billing/Coding Specialist, Sales Representative, Patient Account Representative, Sample Collector, Nurse, Nurse Aid, Medication Aide, RN Case Manager, LVN, and Sterile Processing Tech.
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Mission:To advance high impact collaboration, service excellence and organizational development among community assistance ministries
Vision: ACAM envisions a community that is supported by a network of faith based collaborative ministries that provide opportunities for families and individuals to meet and rise above their basic needs.
ACAM's CORE PROGRAM COMPONENTS:
Capacity Building: ACAM promotes sound practices in nonprofit operations and programming. Organizational assessments inform members on areas of strength and weakness and are used to develop capacity building plans. ACAM supports plan implementation through stipends for training and consulting and direct grants to develop organizational infrastructure.
Networking and Training: This component promotes best practice knowledge, peer learning and information exchange for the following groups: executive directors, resource development managers, volunteer coordinators, client service managers and thrift store managers. Peer mentoring relationships are developed among executive directors. This component also helps to build relationships between ACAM members and funders.
Collaborative Initiatives: ACAM helps members use their collective strength to develop city-wide service streams and service models that address root causes of poverty. ACAM also organizes member- and funder-driven initiatives to provide immediate response to member needs. ACAM is effective in coordinating efforts to address emergency situations affecting the lives of the clients served by the CAMs, including but not limited to disaster relief.
Advocacy and Outreach: This component is aimed at increasing membership by reaching out to underserved parts of Greater Houston, raising the profile of CAMs as service hubs in their communities and raising awareness around the issues affecting the people served by the CAMs. Activities are focused on rallying support for initiatives and funding that will provide pathways out of poverty for the CAMs’ clients.
Management Support: From its beginnings as a funder-initiated project, ACAM has a deeply ingrained appreciation and recognition that ongoing strategic discussion, development and evaluation is critical to the continued success of any organization or collaborative. ACAM’s client organizations and collaborative partners receive an array of supports from ACAM including fiduciary policy and procedure development, case management development assistance, resource development, and leadership and staff mentoring and training.
For a one page overview of ACAM program components, click here.
