CEO - Ericka J. Whitaker, Ed. D.

Welcome to Southeastern Community Action Partnership, Inc. – one of North Carolina’s largest community action agencies.

Southeastern Community Action Partnership, Inc., formerly Southeastern Community & Family Services, is a private, statewide 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization working to improve the quality of human life for residents in North Carolina. Governed by a 21-member Board of Directors and a team of professional advisors, SCAP, Inc has been providing an array of services for children and families since 1964.

Serving approximately 3,200 low income individuals and families in seven counties, Southeastern Community Action Partnership’s main goal is to establish self-sufficiency and provide economic opportunities to residents in rural regions.

Operating a community action agency requires great leadership in partnership with our stakeholders and staff who work with individuals and families daily. In a team effort, we stand firm on our first commitment to those we serve—listening to their concerns and assessing the needs of the community to provide services that will benefit individuals, families, and our communities. As with any other community action agency, SCAP, Inc. is on a mission to empower low-income families as they strive for a better way of life.

For more than 50 years, SCAP’s, Inc. programs and services—from our early childhood education program, to our self-sufficiency program, and every other program in between—have positively impacted children and families in seven counties in southeastern North Carolina. Our goal is to continue serving these areas, and expand to new ones, as the need increases.

One of our greatest strengths involves embracing internal change as our external environment evolves. Whether it’s improving and updating our technology, expanding our office space, we are developing a reputation for identifying our needs and promptly making changes, so that we can move forward in serving the community.

In addition to the various programs Southeastern manages, we serve over 1,000 Head Start students and their parents, manage and oversee scholarship and internship programs, and support several other community initiatives on an annual basis.

Thank you for taking the time to visit us and, again, welcome to Southeastern Community Action Partnership (SCAP).

Sincerely,

Ericka J. Whitaker, Ed. D.
Chief Executive Officer

Serving approximately 3,200 low-income individuals and families in seven counties, SCAP’S main goal is to establish self-sufficiency and provide economic opportunities to residents in rural regions.

Ericka Jones Whitaker, Ed. D, Chief Executive Officer

Dr. Ericka Jones Whitaker assumed the Chief Executive Officer role of Southeastern Community Action Partnership (SCAP), formerly Southeastern Community & Family Services, Inc. (SCFS), in 2014. SCAP is one of the largest Community Action agencies in North Carolina. Whitaker oversees an annual budget of over $22 million, through several federally-funded programs and leads approximately 250 staff.

Dr. Whitaker is the recipient of the Carl D. Perkins Humanitarian Award by the Southeastern Association of Community Action Agencies (SEACAA) for her overall community leadership, specifically for bringing resources to the counties she serves after the effects of Hurricane Matthew. Dr. Whitaker also received the Roselle Copeland Stewardship Award for her work in community action and has received other leadership awards for her servitude in various communities.

Whitaker previously held management positions with several nonprofit trade associations in Washington, D.C., including the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (NASFAA) and the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecologists (ACOG). She was a former full-time Executive in Residence, a Professor at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke School of Business, and often teaches as an adjunct instructor. Dr. Whitaker serves on the Board of Directors for Community Action Program Legal Services, Inc. (CAPLAW) which provides legal and financial resources to Community Action Agencies. She also served as the Treasurer and Board Secretary for the North Carolina Community Action Association.

Whitaker holds a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership and Administration from Fayetteville State University in Fayetteville, NC; a Master of Science in Administration (MSA) with a focus in Nonprofit Management from Trinity Washington University in Washington, DC; and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Business Communications from The University of Maryland, University College in College Park, MD. Dr. Whitaker is a member of Jack & Jill of America, Incorporated, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, and The Links, Incorporated.

Born in Ft. Campbell, Kentucky, Dr. Whitaker is the youngest of three, raised in a military family. Dr. Whitaker has lived in seven other states and Europe. She continues to have a love for traveling and cultural cuisine. With all of the “hats” she wears, Dr. Whitaker believes nothing precedes her most important role as a mother to her beautiful daughter.

Her favorite quote is by former South African President, the late Nelson Mandela: “Lead from the back and let others believe they are in front.”

Tamara Monroe, MHRM, Chief Operating Officer

With over 10+ years of Human Resource experience in retail, local and federal government, higher education and nonprofit sectors, Tamara Monroe is the Chief Operating Officer of Southeastern Community Action Partnership. Ms. Monroe holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a focus in Management, and a Master’s in Human Resource with a focus in Organizational Management.

Her motto is: “Success isn’t about how much money you make; it’s about the difference you make in people’s lives.” – First Lady Michelle Obama.

Liying Reeder, MBA Chief Financial Officer

Liying Reeder, MBA, has more than 20 years of progressive experience in accounting and management and holds a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Forensic Accounting and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting. Ms. Reeder’s personal motto is that “One person can make a difference.”

Cynthia Foskey, Director of Executive Administration and Contracts

A servant-leader with a servant’s heart for others, Ms. Cynthia Foskey oversees Executive Administration and Contracts for Southeastern Community Action Partnership. With over 26 years of experience in community and non-profit sector work, Ms. Foskey holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Management.

Tiffany Anthony, Section 8 Program Director

Tiffany Anthony brings over 15 years’ experience in Community Action, case management and advocacy for individuals, children and families that face economic challenges with limited resources
Tiffany holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology & Communications.

Kathleen Lowe Jacobs, MSW, Community Services Block Grant Program Director

With over nine years in The Community Action network, Mrs. Jacobs has a passion for encouraging and empowering individuals who are seeking change. She received her Master’s in Social Work and also holds a Master’s in Management and Leadership from Webster University.

Her motto is: “All things are possible no matter what gets in your way! You can do it!”