{"id":2241,"date":"2026-01-08T20:30:02","date_gmt":"2026-01-08T20:30:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/csaac.org\/?page_id=2241"},"modified":"2026-07-28T20:16:00","modified_gmt":"2026-07-28T20:16:00","slug":"empower-vending","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/csaac.org\/en\/empower-vending\/","title":{"rendered":"Empower Vending"},"content":{"rendered":"


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\n Empower Vending – CSAAC<\/title>\n <link rel=\"preconnect\" href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\">\n <link rel=\"preconnect\" href=\"https:\/\/fonts.gstatic.com\" crossorigin>\n <link href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=DM+Sans:ital,opsz,wght@0,9..40,100..1000;1,9..40,100..1000&display=swap\" rel=\"stylesheet\">\n<style>\n * {\n margin: 0;\n padding: 0;\n box-sizing: border-box;\n }<\/p>\n<p> body {\n font-family: 'DM Sans', sans-serif;\n line-height: 1.6;\n color: #333;\n }<\/p>\n<p> \/* Hero Section *\/\n .hero {\n background: linear-gradient(135deg, #06505c 0%, #078199 100%);\n color: white;\n padding: 4rem 2rem;\n text-align: center;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .hero h1 {\n font-size: 3rem;\n margin-bottom: 1rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .hero p {\n font-size: 1.3rem;\n max-width: 800px;\n margin: 0 auto;\n }<\/p>\n<p> \/* Logo Section *\/\n .logo-section {\n background: white;\n text-align: center;\n padding: 2rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .logo-section img {\n max-width: 400px;\n width: 100%;\n height: auto;\n }<\/p>\n<p> \/* Container *\/\n .container {\n max-width: 1200px;\n margin: 0 auto;\n padding: 2rem 2rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .narrow-container {\n max-width: 900px;\n margin: 0 auto;\n padding: 2rem 2rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> \/* Section Styles *\/\n .section {\n padding: 2.5rem 2rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .section-white {\n background: white;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .section-gray {\n background: #f8f9fa;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .section-title {\n font-size: 2.5rem;\n color: #06505c;\n margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .section-content p {\n font-size: 1.1rem;\n line-height: 1.8;\n margin-bottom: 1.25rem;\n color: #555;\n }<\/p>\n<p> \/* Photo Gallery *\/\n .photo-gallery {\n display: grid;\n grid-template-columns: repeat(2, 1fr);\n gap: 1.5rem;\n margin: 2rem 0;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .photo-placeholder {\n width: 100%;\n height: 300px;\n border-radius: 10px;\n overflow: hidden;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .photo-placeholder img {\n width: 100%;\n height: 100%;\n object-fit: cover;\n border-radius: 10px;\n }<\/p>\n<p> \/* Intro Section *\/\n .intro-section {\n background: white;\n padding: 2.5rem 2rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .intro-content {\n max-width: 900px;\n margin: 0 auto;\n }<\/p>\n<p> \/* Highlight Box *\/\n .highlight-box {\n background: linear-gradient(135deg, #06505c 0%, #078199 100%);\n color: white;\n padding: 1.75rem;\n border-radius: 10px;\n margin: 1.5rem 0;\n text-align: center;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .highlight-box p {\n font-size: 1.2rem;\n margin: 0;\n color: white;\n line-height: 1.7;\n }<\/p>\n<p> \/* Features Section *\/\n .features-section {\n background: #f8f9fa;\n padding: 2.5rem 2rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .features-grid {\n display: grid;\n grid-template-columns: repeat(3, 1fr);\n gap: 1.5rem;\n margin-top: 1.5rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .feature-card {\n background: white;\n padding: 1.75rem;\n border-radius: 10px;\n box-shadow: 0 4px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.1);\n border-top: 5px solid #cbb777;\n text-align: center;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .feature-card h3 {\n color: #06505c;\n font-size: 1.3rem;\n margin-bottom: 0.75rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .feature-card p {\n color: #555;\n font-size: 1rem;\n line-height: 1.6;\n }<\/p>\n<p> \/* How It Works Section *\/\n .how-section {\n background: white;\n padding: 2.5rem 2rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .steps-grid {\n display: grid;\n grid-template-columns: repeat(4, 1fr);\n gap: 1.5rem;\n margin-top: 1.5rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .step-card {\n text-align: center;\n padding: 1.25rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .step-number {\n width: 55px;\n height: 55px;\n background: #cbb777;\n color: #06505c;\n border-radius: 50%;\n display: flex;\n align-items: center;\n justify-content: center;\n font-size: 1.6rem;\n font-weight: bold;\n margin: 0 auto 0.75rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .step-card h3 {\n color: #06505c;\n font-size: 1.15rem;\n margin-bottom: 0.4rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .step-card p {\n color: #555;\n font-size: 0.95rem;\n line-height: 1.5;\n }<\/p>\n<p> \/* Impact Section *\/\n .impact-section {\n background: linear-gradient(135deg, #06505c 0%, #078199 100%);\n color: white;\n padding: 2.5rem 2rem;\n text-align: 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color: #06505c;\n font-size: 1.5rem;\n margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\n text-align: center;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .form-box > p {\n color: #555;\n font-size: 0.95rem;\n text-align: center;\n margin-bottom: 1.25rem;\n line-height: 1.5;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .form-group {\n margin-bottom: 1rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .form-label {\n display: block;\n color: #06505c;\n font-weight: 600;\n margin-bottom: 0.4rem;\n font-size: 0.95rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .form-input,\n .form-textarea {\n width: 100%;\n padding: 0.8rem;\n border: 2px solid #e9ecef;\n border-radius: 5px;\n font-size: 1rem;\n font-family: inherit;\n transition: border-color 0.3s;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .form-input:focus,\n .form-textarea:focus {\n outline: none;\n border-color: #06505c;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .form-textarea {\n resize: vertical;\n min-height: 100px;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .contact-info-box {\n text-align: center;\n margin-top: 1.5rem;\n padding: 1.25rem;\n background: white;\n border-radius: 10px;\n box-shadow: 0 4px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.1);\n }<\/p>\n<p> .contact-info-box p {\n color: #555;\n font-size: 1rem;\n margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .contact-links {\n display: flex;\n justify-content: center;\n align-items: center;\n gap: 1rem;\n flex-wrap: wrap;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .contact-links a {\n color: #06505c;\n font-size: 1.1rem;\n font-weight: 600;\n text-decoration: none;\n transition: color 0.3s;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .contact-links a:hover {\n color: #078199;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .contact-links .divider {\n color: #ccc;\n }<\/p>\n<p> \/* Button *\/\n .btn {\n padding: 1rem 2rem;\n text-decoration: none;\n border-radius: 5px;\n font-weight: 600;\n transition: all 0.3s;\n display: inline-block;\n background: #cbb777;\n color: #06505c;\n border: none;\n cursor: pointer;\n font-size: 1rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .btn:hover {\n background: #b8a566;\n transform: translateY(-2px);\n }<\/p>\n<p> .btn-large {\n padding: 1.25rem 2.5rem;\n font-size: 1.1rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> \/* Footer *\/\n .footer {\n background: #06505c;\n color: white;\n padding: 3rem 2rem 1rem;\n font-size: 1.1rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .footer-content {\n max-width: 1200px;\n margin: 0 auto;\n display: grid;\n grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(250px, 1fr));\n gap: 2rem;\n margin-bottom: 2rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .footer-section h3 {\n color: #cbb777;\n margin-bottom: 1rem;\n font-size: 1.3rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .footer-section ul {\n list-style: none;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .footer-section ul li {\n margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .footer-section a {\n color: #ccc;\n text-decoration: none;\n transition: color 0.3s;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .footer-section a:hover {\n color: #cbb777;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .newsletter-signup input {\n padding: 0.75rem;\n border: none;\n border-radius: 5px;\n width: 100%;\n margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .newsletter-signup button {\n padding: 0.75rem 1.5rem;\n background: #cbb777;\n color: #06505c;\n border: none;\n border-radius: 5px;\n cursor: pointer;\n font-weight: 600;\n transition: background 0.3s;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .newsletter-signup button:hover {\n background: #b8a566;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .social-links {\n display: flex;\n gap: 1rem;\n margin-top: 1rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .social-links a {\n display: inline-block;\n width: 55px;\n height: 55px;\n background: #cbb777;\n border-radius: 50%;\n text-align: center;\n line-height: 55px;\n transition: background 0.3s;\n color: #06505c;\n font-weight: bold;\n font-size: 1.3rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .social-links a:hover {\n background: #b8a566;\n }<\/p>\n<p> .footer-bottom {\n text-align: center;\n padding-top: 2rem;\n border-top: 1px solid rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.2);\n color: #ccc;\n }<\/p>\n<p> \/* ===== MOBILE RESPONSIVE ===== *\/\n @media (max-width: 992px) {\n .features-grid {\n grid-template-columns: repeat(2, 1fr);\n }\n .steps-grid {\n grid-template-columns: repeat(2, 1fr);\n }\n .forms-grid {\n grid-template-columns: 1fr;\n }\n }<\/p>\n<p> @media (max-width: 768px) {\n \/* Hero *\/\n .hero {\n padding: 2rem 1rem;\n }\n .hero h1 {\n font-size: 1.75rem;\n margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\n }\n .hero p {\n font-size: 1rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> \/* Logo Section *\/\n .logo-section {\n padding: 1.5rem 1rem;\n }\n .logo-section img {\n max-width: 280px;\n }<\/p>\n<p> \/* Containers *\/\n .container {\n padding: 1.5rem 1rem;\n }\n .narrow-container {\n padding: 1.5rem 1rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> \/* Sections *\/\n .section {\n padding: 1.5rem 1rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> \/* Section Title *\/\n .section-title {\n font-size: 1.6rem;\n margin-bottom: 1rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> \/* Section Content *\/\n .section-content p {\n font-size: 1rem;\n line-height: 1.7;\n margin-bottom: 1rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> \/* Intro Section *\/\n .intro-section {\n padding: 1.5rem 1rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> \/* Highlight Box *\/\n .highlight-box {\n padding: 1.25rem;\n margin: 1.25rem 0;\n }\n .highlight-box p {\n font-size: 1rem;\n line-height: 1.6;\n }<\/p>\n<p> \/* Photo Gallery *\/\n .photo-gallery {\n grid-template-columns: 1fr;\n gap: 1rem;\n margin: 1.5rem 0;\n }\n .photo-placeholder {\n height: 220px;\n }<\/p>\n<p> \/* Features Section *\/\n .features-section {\n padding: 1.5rem 1rem;\n }\n .features-grid {\n grid-template-columns: 1fr;\n gap: 1rem;\n margin-top: 1rem;\n }\n .feature-card {\n padding: 1.25rem;\n border-top-width: 4px;\n }\n .feature-card h3 {\n font-size: 1.15rem;\n margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\n }\n .feature-card p {\n font-size: 0.95rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> \/* How It Works Section *\/\n .how-section {\n padding: 1.5rem 1rem;\n }\n .steps-grid {\n grid-template-columns: repeat(2, 1fr);\n gap: 1rem;\n margin-top: 1rem;\n }\n .step-card {\n padding: 1rem;\n }\n .step-number {\n width: 45px;\n height: 45px;\n font-size: 1.3rem;\n margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\n }\n .step-card h3 {\n font-size: 1rem;\n margin-bottom: 0.25rem;\n }\n .step-card p {\n font-size: 0.85rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> \/* Impact Section *\/\n .impact-section {\n padding: 2rem 1rem;\n }\n .impact-section .section-title {\n font-size: 1.5rem;\n }\n .impact-section > .container > p {\n font-size: 1rem;\n margin-bottom: 1rem;\n }\n .impact-stats {\n gap: 1.5rem;\n margin-top: 1rem;\n }\n .stat-number {\n font-size: 2.25rem;\n }\n .stat-label {\n font-size: 0.9rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> \/* Contact Section *\/\n .contact-section {\n padding: 1.5rem 1rem;\n }\n .forms-grid {\n gap: 1.25rem;\n margin-top: 1rem;\n }\n .form-box {\n padding: 1.25rem;\n border-top-width: 4px;\n }\n .form-box h3 {\n font-size: 1.25rem;\n margin-bottom: 0.4rem;\n }\n .form-box > p {\n font-size: 0.9rem;\n margin-bottom: 1rem;\n }\n .form-group {\n margin-bottom: 0.85rem;\n }\n .form-label {\n font-size: 0.9rem;\n margin-bottom: 0.3rem;\n }\n .form-input,\n .form-textarea {\n padding: 0.7rem;\n font-size: 0.95rem;\n }\n .form-textarea {\n min-height: 80px;\n }\n .contact-info-box {\n margin-top: 1.25rem;\n padding: 1rem;\n }\n .contact-info-box p {\n font-size: 0.95rem;\n }\n .contact-links a {\n font-size: 1rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> \/* Buttons *\/\n .btn {\n padding: 0.75rem 1.5rem;\n font-size: 0.95rem;\n }\n .btn-large {\n padding: 0.85rem 1.75rem;\n font-size: 1rem;\n }<\/p>\n<p> \/* Footer *\/\n .footer {\n padding: 1.5rem 1rem 1rem;\n font-size: 1rem;\n }\n .footer-content {\n gap: 1.5rem;\n margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\n }\n .footer-section h3 {\n font-size: 1.1rem;\n margin-bottom: 0.75rem;\n }\n .social-links a {\n width: 45px;\n height: 45px;\n line-height: 45px;\n font-size: 1.1rem;\n }\n .footer-bottom {\n padding-top: 1.5rem;\n }\n }<\/p>\n<p> \/* Extra small phones *\/\n @media (max-width: 380px) {\n .hero h1 {\n font-size: 1.5rem;\n }\n .hero p {\n font-size: 0.9rem;\n }\n .section-title {\n font-size: 1.4rem;\n }\n .logo-section img {\n max-width: 240px;\n }\n .steps-grid {\n grid-template-columns: 1fr;\n }\n .step-number {\n width: 40px;\n height: 40px;\n font-size: 1.2rem;\n }\n .stat-number {\n font-size: 2rem;\n }\n .impact-stats {\n gap: 1rem;\n }\n .form-box h3 {\n font-size: 1.15rem;\n }\n }\n <\/style>\n<p><\/head><br \/>\n<body><br \/>\n <!-- Hero Section --><\/p>\n<section class=\"hero\">\n<h1>Empower Vending<\/h1>\n<\/section>\n<p><!-- Logo Section --><\/p>\n<section class=\"logo-section\" style=\"padding-bottom:0.5rem;\">\n <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/csaac.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Empower-Vending-Logo.jpg\" alt=\"Empower Vending Logo\"><br \/>\n<\/section>\n<p><!-- Intro Section --><\/p>\n<section class=\"intro-section\" style=\"padding-top:0.5rem;\">\n<div class=\"narrow-container\">\n<div class=\"section-content\">\n<p>CSAAC launched Empower Vending, a social enterprise that provides individuals in our Supported Employment Program with the opportunity to gain hands-on work experience through the operation of vending machines. What began as a pilot program at our headquarters and the Brookeville School campus (CSM) has grown into a thriving enterprise with more than 35 locations throughout the community.<\/p>\n<p>Our machines are inspected, restocked, and maintained several times each week to ensure they are always clean, fully stocked, and ready to serve customers. This commitment to reliable service is what sets Empower Vending apart from traditional vending companies.\n<\/p>\n<p>Snacks and beverages are purchased through wholesale suppliers, and the individuals play a key role by restocking the machines, monitoring inventory levels, and helping keep each location operating smoothly. The program also offers brokerage opportunities that allow participants to oversee vending locations in local businesses, providing valuable work experience while building confidence, responsibility, and greater independence.\n<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p> <!-- Features Section --><\/p>\n<section class=\"features-section\">\n<div class=\"container\">\n<h2 class=\"section-title\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Why Choose Empower Vending?<\/h2>\n<div class=\"features-grid\">\n<div class=\"feature-card\">\n<h3>Reliable Service<\/h3>\n<p>Machines are checked and restocked multiple times per week, ensuring your employees and customers always have access to refreshments.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"feature-card\">\n<h3>Support a Great Cause<\/h3>\n<p>All proceeds support CSAAC’s mission to empower individuals with autism through education, employment, and community programs.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"feature-card\">\n<h3>Create Opportunities<\/h3>\n<p>By hosting a machine, you provide meaningful employment and small business experience for individuals in our supported employment program.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p> <!-- Contact Section --><\/p>\n<section class=\"contact-section\">\n<div class=\"container\">\n<h2 class=\"section-title\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Contact Us<\/h2>\n<div class=\"forms-grid\">\n <!-- Request a Machine Form --><\/p>\n<div class=\"form-box\">\n<h3>Request a Machine<\/h3>\n<p>Interested in hosting an Empower Vending machine at your location? Fill out the form below and we’ll be in touch!<\/p>\n<form action=\"https:\/\/formspree.io\/f\/xanrabve\" method=\"POST\">\n <input type=\"hidden\" name=\"_subject\" value=\"New Machine Request - Empower Vending\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n <label class=\"form-label\" for=\"request-name\">Contact Name<\/label><br \/>\n <input type=\"text\" id=\"request-name\" name=\"name\" class=\"form-input\" placeholder=\"Your name\" required>\n <\/div>\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n <label class=\"form-label\" for=\"request-business\">Business\/Organization Name<\/label><br \/>\n <input type=\"text\" id=\"request-business\" name=\"business\" class=\"form-input\" placeholder=\"Your business name\" required>\n <\/div>\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n <label class=\"form-label\" for=\"request-email\">Email Address<\/label><br \/>\n <input type=\"email\" id=\"request-email\" name=\"email\" class=\"form-input\" placeholder=\"Your email\" required>\n <\/div>\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n <label class=\"form-label\" for=\"request-phone\">Phone Number<\/label><br \/>\n <input type=\"tel\" id=\"request-phone\" name=\"phone\" class=\"form-input\" placeholder=\"Your phone number\" required>\n <\/div>\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n <label class=\"form-label\" for=\"request-address\">Business Address<\/label><br \/>\n <input type=\"text\" id=\"request-address\" name=\"address\" class=\"form-input\" placeholder=\"Street address, city, state, zip\" required>\n <\/div>\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n <label class=\"form-label\" for=\"request-message\">Additional Information<\/label><br \/>\n <textarea id=\"request-message\" name=\"message\" class=\"form-textarea\" placeholder=\"Tell us about your location and any questions you have\"><\/textarea>\n <\/div>\n<div class=\"form-group\" style=\"text-align: center;\">\n <button type=\"submit\" class=\"btn btn-large\"><strong>Submit Request<\/strong><\/button>\n <\/div>\n<\/p><\/form>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p> <!-- Current Machine Holders Form --><\/p>\n<div class=\"form-box\">\n<h3>Current Machine Holders<\/h3>\n<p>Already have an Empower Vending machine? Let us know if you have any special requests for snacks or beverages!<\/p>\n<form action=\"https:\/\/formspree.io\/f\/xnnelbae\" method=\"POST\">\n <input type=\"hidden\" name=\"_subject\" value=\"Special Request - Empower Vending\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n <label class=\"form-label\" for=\"current-name\">Contact Name<\/label><br \/>\n <input type=\"text\" id=\"current-name\" name=\"name\" class=\"form-input\" placeholder=\"Your name\" required>\n <\/div>\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n <label class=\"form-label\" for=\"current-business\">Business\/Organization Name<\/label><br \/>\n <input type=\"text\" id=\"current-business\" name=\"business\" class=\"form-input\" placeholder=\"Your business name\" required>\n <\/div>\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n <label class=\"form-label\" for=\"current-location\">Machine Location<\/label><br \/>\n <input type=\"text\" id=\"current-location\" name=\"location\" class=\"form-input\" placeholder=\"Address where your machine is located\" required>\n <\/div>\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n <label class=\"form-label\" for=\"current-email\">Email Address<\/label><br \/>\n <input type=\"email\" id=\"current-email\" name=\"email\" class=\"form-input\" placeholder=\"Your email\" required>\n <\/div>\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n <label class=\"form-label\" for=\"current-phone\">Phone Number<\/label><br \/>\n <input type=\"tel\" id=\"current-phone\" name=\"phone\" class=\"form-input\" placeholder=\"Your phone number\">\n <\/div>\n<div class=\"form-group\">\n <label class=\"form-label\" for=\"current-requests\">Special Food\/Snack Requests<\/label><br \/>\n <textarea id=\"current-requests\" name=\"food_requests\" class=\"form-textarea\" placeholder=\"Let us know what snacks or beverages you'd like to see in your machine\" required><\/textarea>\n <\/div>\n<div class=\"form-group\" style=\"text-align: center;\">\n <button type=\"submit\" class=\"btn btn-large\"><strong>Submit Request<\/strong><\/button>\n <\/div>\n<\/p><\/form>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p> <!-- Contact Info --><\/p>\n<div class=\"contact-info-box\">\n<p>You can also reach us directly:<\/p>\n<div class=\"contact-links\">\n <a href=\"mailto:vending@empower1234.com\">vending@empower1234.com<\/a><br \/>\n <span class=\"divider\">|<\/span><br \/>\n <a href=\"tel:2409122255\">(240) 912-2255<\/a>\n <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<div style=\"text-align:center; margin-bottom:1.5rem;\">\n <a href=\"https:\/\/csaac.org\/en\/integrated-social-enterprises\/\" style=\"display:inline-block; background:#cbb777; color:#06505c; padding:0.6rem 1.5rem; border-radius:5px; font-weight:600; text-decoration:none; font-size:0.95rem;\">\u2190 Back<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<p> <!-- Footer --><\/p>\n<footer id=\"contact\" class=\"footer\">\n<div class=\"footer-content\">\n<div class=\"footer-section\">\n<h3>Quick Links<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/csaac.org\/about-csaac-2\/\">About<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/csaac.org\/volunteer-at-csaac\/\">Join Our Mission<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/csaac.org\/careers-at-csaac\/\">Careers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/csaac.org\/contact-csaac\/\">Contact<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"footer-section\">\n<h3>Contact Us<\/h3>\n<p>CSAAC<br \/>\n<br \/>Phone: <a href=\"tel:+12409122220\">(240) 912-2220<\/a><br \/>\n<br \/>Email: <a href=\"mailto:csaac@csaac.org\">csaac@csaac.org<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"footer-section\">\n<h3>Newsletter Signup<\/h3>\n<form class=\"newsletter-signup\" action=\"https:\/\/formspree.io\/f\/xvgeqaql\" method=\"POST\"><input name=\"_subject\" type=\"hidden\" value=\"New Newsletter Signup - CSAAC\" \/><br \/>\n<input name=\"email\" required=\"\" type=\"email\" placeholder=\"Enter your email\" \/><br \/>\n<button type=\"submit\">Subscribe<\/button><\/form>\n<link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"https:\/\/cdnjs.cloudflare.com\/ajax\/libs\/font-awesome\/6.5.0\/css\/all.min.css\">\n<div class=\"social-links\">\n <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share\/1ASK295psM\/?mibextid=wwXIfr\" aria-label=\"Facebook\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i class=\"fab fa-facebook-f\"><\/i><\/a><br \/>\n <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/csaac_org?igsh=dHgzcnFocThzejJq&utm_source=qr\" aria-label=\"Instagram\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i class=\"fab fa-instagram\"><\/i><\/a><br \/>\n <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/csaac\/\" aria-label=\"LinkedIn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i class=\"fab fa-linkedin-in\"><\/i><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"footer-bottom\">\n<p>\u00a9 2026 CSAAC. 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