We wish a very happy anniversary to Carl Rosenkranz, who, on Oct. 8, celebrated 46 years as Executive Director with Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC). Carl is OACAC's fourth Executive Director in 54 years. He is one of the longest serving E.D.'s of all...
What is Community Action? Developed in 1964 to combat poverty, Community Action Agencies address multiple needs through a comprehensive approach, develop partnerships with community organizations, involve low-income people in agency operations, and administer a range of coordinated programs designed to have a measurable impact on poverty. Our History In November, 1965,...
OACAC is a Community Action Agency, established in 1965 to alleviate the causes and conditions of poverty and help people achieve self-sufficiency. The words below make up the promise each Community Action Agency across the nation makes to those we serve. Join us in celebrating...