Throughout the four full weeks of May 2025, it is our goal to collect 60+ items for each of the four programs below, to share with the communities we serve! May 4-10: 60 for Kiddos—Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! Help us collect 60 packages of unscented baby...
Calling all Stone and Taney County expectant and new mothers! Join us in Branson at the 1st Annual Community Baby Shower on 2/1/25. Registered mothers may receive ultrasounds, clothing, diapers/wipes, books, groceries, formula, toys, and more. We will also have MANY giveaways for car seats,...
“They told me out of all 10 county areas and Central Office I’ve been here longer than anybody! I am proud and I’ve loved Head Start, we’ve gone through so many changes through the years, there’s been lots of improvement, it always seems to be...
Congratulations to Kimberly Shinn-Brown, recipient of the distinguished 2024 Charles Braithwait Leadership Award! Kimberly exemplifies the essence of Community Action through her unwavering dedication to children and families. Enthusiastic about the mission of Community Action, Kimberly has devoted 29 years to Ozarks Area Community Action...
Happy National Nurses Day! We appreciate our nurses, Aimee and Erin, who serve with great compassion and kindness. ...
Many thanks to Head Start parent, Fatima, for giving her creativity, time, and materials to make this beautiful bulletin board. It hangs in a Head Start Center and is sure to inspire all who walk by. ...
Are you or someone you know a High School Senior seeking scholarships? Did you attend Head Start as a child? The National Head Start Alumni Scholarship is a non-renewable merit award to celebrate Head Start student achievement in high school and support students as they begin the...
OACAC offices and CSBG Neighborhood Centers will be closed on Friday, Nov. 10 in observance of Veterans Day. Head Start Centers will be open. ...
In October, we recognize and celebrate National Energy Awareness Month (LIHEAP and Weatherization programs), Housing America Month (Housing and CSBG programs), and Head Start Awareness Month (Head Start/Early Head Start program). Follow us on Facebook as we share highlights from each of these programs throughout October....
On Tues., Aug. 8, 2023, Head Start is having an indoor sale at our Fair Grove location, 103 N. Main Street in Fair Grove. While a few things may have a small cost, most items will be marked FREE and must be removed during the...