Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) is a not-for-profit agency working toward alleviating the causes and conditions of poverty in the Ozarks. OACAC serves Barry, Christian, Dade, Dallas, Greene, Lawrence, Polk, Stone, Taney and Webster Counties. 

OACAC offers seven programs: Family Planning, Foster Grandparents, Head Start, Housing, Low-Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP), Neighborhood Centers and Weatherization.
 
As part of a nationwide network of Community Action Agencies, OACAC continues to fight poverty with new and innovative programs and expanded services for children through Head Start and Early Head Start.
 
From developing programs for families to initiating community projects, OACAC is committed to making the Ozarks a better place to live and work for all residents.

 Current News & Events - Click Here!

OACAC is expending funds to prevent homelessness - Click here for more information on the Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program (HPRP) 

Read about what makes Grandma Roxy smile every day!  Click here

Foster Grandparents Recruiting Seniors Age 55+!

Do you love working with children?  Would you like a hug and a "Good Morning, Grandma or Grandpa" to start your day?  Please consider joining the OACAC Foster Grandparent Program.  Stop by the OACAC office at 215 S. Barnes, call 417-864-3420 or click here for more information.  

LIHEAP Accepting Applications For Energy Assistance

LIHEAP has begun its Winter Heating Assistance Program (EA), which provides one time payment for assistance with winter heating costs and The Energy Crisis Intervention Program (ECIP) which provideds utility assistance and relief.  Applicants must apply for EA before being considered for the ECIP program.   For an application, click here.

OACAC Stories - Helping You Make A Difference
 
Rich Boyd - Putting Family First

 OACAC recently weatherized the home of Stacy Vasquez

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