We’re thrilled to celebrate our OACAC Housing team for earning a 100% SEMAP High Performer rating! SEMAP scores agencies across 15 indicators, including housing opportunity expansion, family self-sufficiency, inspections, and more. This remarkable accomplishment showcases our team’s commitment to quality, integrity, and the families we...
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...
CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS! We've launched our volunteer sign-up to be part of OACAC's 6th Annual MO Mac & Cheese Fest on Jan. 17, 2026! Fun, free mac & cheese, and making a difference in the community - what could be better? Click here to sign-up. Thanks!...
Thank you to all who joined us in celebrating our 60th anniversary this week on 11/19/25! We’re deeply grateful for our community, partners, friends, dedicated staff, and board members who make our mission possible each day. A special thank you to Mayor Schrag for honoring...
The OACAC Area Board will meet at 6pm on December 2, 2025 at the OACAC Central Office and over Zoom. ...
OACAC offices and centers will be closed Thursday, Nov. 27 and Friday, Nov. 28, 2025 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. We’re grateful for our community and the countless ways you support our mission all year long. Wishing you a warm, safe, and meaningful holiday! Information...
Join Us for SHARE the Light kick-off event on December 6, 2025! This holiday season, we invite you to make a meaningful difference in our community by participating in the annual SHARE the Light event. Hosted by iHeart Radio, this is your chance to spread warmth,...
OACAC is again partnering with CAM, Home State Health, Revealz Ultrasound, Riley's Treasures and Branson-Hollister Lions Club to host our 2nd Annual Community Baby Shower on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at the Branson Lions Club. Please see the invitation below for details and the registration link. Last year,...
Join OACAC for our 2nd Annual Gratitude Marathon, recognizing and thanking those who have supported our mission this year. Volunteers will make calls, send emails, and write postcards. It's a wonderful time! Plus, we'll have snacks. Sign up here. When: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 from 3:30 -...
Join the fun and march with OACAC in the Springfield Christmas Parade as we highlight our upcoming MO Mac & Cheese Fest. The first 20 people to sign up by November 20 will receive a 2026 MO Mac & Cheese Fest t-shirt, generously provided by our presenting...