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......
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......
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......
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’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......
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,......
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......
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......
You are cordially invited to OACAC’s Anniversary Open House — a celebration of 60 years of planting hope, nurturing change, and growing strong communities. Join us for a come-and-go celebration with an opening presentation and Mayor’s proclamation at 1pm. Then visit stations throughout the building,......
October 2025: Hello Community Partners and Friends. As you’ve likely heard, the recent federal shutdown will result in no SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits being distributed for November. With over 10% of Missourians relying on SNAP, this interruption will have devastating consequences for families......
Win Big, Support Local We’re thrilled to raffle off an autographed copy of Chappell Roan’s album The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess! OACAC’s Family Planning Clinic provides affordable, confidential, and compassionate services—like birth control, annual exams, STI testing and treatment, and education—helping individuals......
Save the date! OACAC’s 60th Anniversary Open House will take place on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 from 1-3pm at OACAC’s Central Office, 215 S. Barnes in Springfield, MO. This is a come and go event with history, fun, and memorabilia through the decades. More details......
This Winter, 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. The tour will begin at......
