Community Services Consortium Earns Double Honors in 2026 Top of the Valley Awards

An Albany-headquartered community action agency is celebrating major regional recognition for its public service and workplace culture. The Community Services Consortium (CSC) announced it was named both Best Charitable Cause and Best Employer (Over 50 Employees) in the 2026 Top of the Valley Awards.

Determined by votes from local residents across the mid-Willamette Valley, the annual awards highlight outstanding organizations, businesses, and nonprofits that strengthen quality of life throughout Linn, Benton, and Lincoln counties.

A Tri-County Safety Net Headquartered in Albany

Headquartered on Broadalbin Street in downtown Albany, CSC serves as the designated Community Action Agency for the tri-county region. The agency connects individuals and families facing financial hardship with essential support programs, including:

Linn Benton Food Share: Operating a regional distribution network that supplies local food pantries, meal sites, and partner organizations across the region.

Housing & Energy Relief: Providing direct rental assistance, eviction prevention, utility bill support, and home weatherization projects for local households.

Education & Career Services: Managing Head Start early childhood education alongside youth and adult workforce development initiatives.

Shared Credit Across Employees, Volunteers, and Partners

Following the announcement on the CSC News Page, CSC expressed appreciation to the local community for participating in the vote, emphasizing that the honors reflect shared dedication across the agency’s entire network.

"These awards belong to our employees, volunteers, community partners, and the people we serve every day," the agency shared in an official statement on the Community Services Consortium Homepage. "We remain committed to strengthening our communities, helping individuals and families thrive, and creating a workplace where purpose-driven people can make a difference."

Winning both "Best Employer" and "Best Charitable Cause" underscores CSC’s dual focus on creating a supportive workplace culture for its staff while delivering vital, compassionate services to area residents.

Connecting Residents with Local Resources

As demand for community safety-net services continues throughout the Willamette Valley, CSC remains focused on expanding outreach and resource access.

Albany residents seeking utility assistance, housing guidance, or volunteer opportunities with local programs can learn more by visiting Community Services Consortium or contacting the Albany office directly.