Dear Head Start Families, Since 1966, we have, in good faith and cheer, served you and generations of our brothers and sisters in Missouri. We have cared for and witnessed your children grow—bright and wonderful. We have tirelessly upheld the mission of Head Start for you,...
The OACAC Area Board will meet at 6pm on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 via Zoom and individual locations. The meeting agenda is below. ...
For Immediate ReleaseApril 16, 2025 Mayday: A Community Conversation About the Title X Funding Freeze & What It Means for OACAC Family Planning SPRINGFIELD, MO — Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) invites the public to a critical community conversation about the future of Title X services...
The People's Pantry project provides freestanding pantries in multiple locations across SW MO. Filled with shelf stable food, fresh produce, hygiene items, and more, people are encouraged to take what they need and leave what they can. ...
Our Polk County Community Center will be closed on Thursday, April 17. Information and applications can be found on our website. ...
The American College of Financial Services is offering a free state-of-the-art education and empowerment e-learning experience for those who want to improve their understanding of money and personal finance. It’s best for ages 18+, college students, adult learners, career readiness, and employee wellbeing. The class...
The graphic below from Missouri Family Health Council, Inc. was shared on Facebook on 4/1/25. It states, "For decades, MFHC has been proud to lead the Title X family planning program, supporting a network delivering high-quality, affordable healthcare to tens of thousands of Missourians and...
(April 4, 2025) This week, all Federal staff responsible for managing the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) were laid off. Funding for LIHEAP has been appropriated and we want to assure our community we are continuing to provide these critically important services. We...
March 27, 2025: Due to an unexpected maintenance issue, our Greene County Center will be closed for the remainder of today and all of Friday, March 28. ...
We are pleased to recognize Katrina Green as our board member for March! Katrina can be found at just about any OACAC fundraiser, event, and meeting, lending a hand and actively engaged in countless ways. For more than 10 years, she has been an advocate...