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...
December 2025: We want to hear from YOU, Southwest Missouri! Our Community Needs Assessment survey is open to everyone, anonymous, and will help shape how we serve our communities over the next three years. Take a few minutes to make a lasting impact. Please take a...
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....
OACAC offices and centers will be closed from December 24, 2025 - January 1, 2026. We will reopen on January 2. Information and applications can be found on our website, and are also available in a box located outside our Central Office, 215 S. Barnes...
Our Monett satellite office is closed today, Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025 due to illness. Thank you for understanding. Information and applications can be found on our website. ...
Please join us in celebrating with our colleagues! Congratulations to Tomasita "Tommie" Trammell on 40 years; Darla Boice on 30 years; and both Bridgette Allen and Jamie Raab on celebrating five years. At OACAC, our mission is carried forward every day by people who show up...
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...
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...