Personal & Community Development

Empowering Personal and Community Development

At CAPCIL, we are dedicated to fostering personal and community development. Through our tailored coaching and support, we empower individuals to reach their fullest potential, while also strengthening the bonds within our communities for a brighter future.

Life Coaching for Families

We believe that everyone is capable of achieving extraordinary things - no matter your age, education, or abilities. Our Family Advocates work with you weekly on overcoming obstacles that prevent you from achieving your goals and dreams. Our Coaches work specifically with our Head Start, Early Head Start, Hand Up Project, and Strengthening Working Families Initiative families. Contact your local CAPCIL office to meet with a Advocate today!

GrowMe Mobile App

After going through a period of extreme poverty and several Strategic Planning sessions with the CAPCIL Leadership Team, Former CEO, Alison Rumler-Gomez began the development and authorship of a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Tool called GrowMe. This tool is now in full implementation under CAPCIL's Personal & Community Development Department.

Scholarships Available!

Funding provided by Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity

Eligible Programs


Our scholarships support a variety of educational paths to help you achieve your career goals.

  • 2-year college or 4-year university
  • Vocational or trade school
  • GED
  • Program or school must be in Illinois

This funding is designed to make higher education more accessible. Invest in your future and explore the opportunities available to you!



Requirements


To be considered for a scholarship, applicants must complete:

  • Full application packet, 
  • One-page essay outlining their goals
  • Reference letter 

Submit all materials to (dwelsh@capcil.org).  Take the first step toward your future by applying today!



Printable Application Packet

Who Qualifies

To qualify for a scholarship, applicants must meet several criteria:

  • Must be a resident of our service area (Dewitt, Fulton, Logan, Mason, Menard or Piatt Counties)
  • Demonstrate income eligibility
  • Enrolled or registered in an accredited associate’s, bachelor’s, or trade program.

For those applying for the GED scholarship, proof of passing grades on practice exams is required. We are committed to supporting individuals who are ready to pursue their educational and career goals!


Small Business Coalition

Focus & Purpose

  • Promote & grow small businesses
  • Create jobs & new opportunities
  • Share vision of economic development strategy
  • Support & provide networking
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