Now in its 15th year, Queen City Shout is Springfield's largest showcase of music, film, and arts with its two-fold vision to Celebrate The Arts & Support Poverty Relief. Queen City Shout will take place March 23 - 29, 2026 at multiple venues around Springfield....
We need YOUR voice! OACAC is seeking feedback from clients and community members to share their voices on the needs of our community. Join us for two hours in your county to share your perspective! Refreshments served! Sign up with the QR code or email...
This year, we invite you to stop by our OACAC Central Office for a tour of our building. Meet our team, hear about our programs and successes, see our Family Planning Clinic, and more! Free and open to the community. Tours will be held on...
The Resources Unlimited Network (RUN) meeting provides an outlet for nonprofit staff to gather and share information and resources toward the mission of reducing poverty, strengthening communities, and increasing self-sufficiency. Meetings are held at 1:30 pm on the first Tuesday of each month and are...
1/22/26: Due to the expected winter weather arriving on Friday and through the weekend, we have rescheduled the 1/24/26 community baby shower for the safety of our families, volunteers, and community partners. The new date is 2/28/26, from 9am - 12:30pm. The event will still...
OACAC's 6th Annual MO Mac & Cheese Fest, presented by Schreiber Foods, returns on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026 from 11:30am* - 2:30pm at the University Plaza Convention Center, 333 S. John Q. Hammons Parkway in Springfield. The MO Mac & Cheese Fest event connects fans...
Now in its 15th year, Queen City Shout is Springfield's largest showcase of music, film, and arts with its two-fold vision to Celebrate The Arts & Support Poverty Relief. Queen City Shout will take place March 23 - 29, 2026 at multiple venues around Springfield....
Make a REAL difference in the life of teens as a REALL volunteer! Help is needed in Billings on Dec. 9 from 7:30 - 11:30. To sign-up, email [email protected] or call us at 417 873-3378. ...
This #GivingTuesday, make a lasting impact in our community! At OACAC, we work every day to empower families, improve health and wellness, support housing stability, and create opportunities for children and adults to thrive. But we can’t do it alone. Give the gift of time, talent, or...
Giving every child the chance to smile with confidence this holiday season. Campaign Purpose Holiday Smiles is a Head Start initiative raising funds to ensure children receive essential dental care — from initial exams to restorative treatments — regardless of their insurance status or family’s ability to...