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Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) @oacac-caa.bsky.social · 19h

Weatherization supports America’s energy independence goals by reducing energy needs in communities nationwide. Pictured: A blower door test creates a pressure difference which helps crews find & fix drafts to improve energy efficiency. #weatherizationwednesday #CommunityAction

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) @oacac-caa.bsky.social · 2d

It’s a new week to create change! We believe small steps lead to big impact in families, neighborhoods, & communities. Let’s make this Monday the start of something meaningful. #MondayMotivation #CommunityStrong
"A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." Lao Tzu

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) @oacac-caa.bsky.social · 5d

60 Years Strong
October is #HeadStartAwareness Month! 🎉 Since 1965, Head Start has provided education, health services, and family support to more than 40 million. That’s 60 years of stronger communities and brighter futures. 📣
Join the celebration! go.nhsa.org/HSAM

Head Start Awareness Month

Every October, we celebrate Head Start Awareness Month by sharing Head Start and Early Head Start’s work nationwide.

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Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) @oacac-caa.bsky.social · 6d

We are grateful for the people who make our mission possible — our staff, volunteers, partners, and community members who believe in creating solutions to poverty. Thank you for walking alongside us in this work — together, we are stronger. #CommunityAction #ThankfulThursday

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) @oacac-caa.bsky.social · 7d

🎉Congratulations to Suzanne Nimmo! Suzanne is the winner of the autographed vinyl Chappell Roan album which benefits OACAC Family Planning.

Our big thanks to everyone who purchased a ticket and to Chappell Roan and her team for the donation.

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) @oacac-caa.bsky.social · 7d

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Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) @oacac-caa.bsky.social · 9d

Don't wait! Ticket sales end on Tues., Sept 30 for a chance to win an AUTOGRAPHED vinyl album by Chappell Roan!

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What's your favorite song on The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess? #chappellroan #MidwestPrincess #PopPerfection #hottogo #CommunityAction

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Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) @oacac-caa.bsky.social · 13d

Don’t miss your chance at $55 tickets (fees included!) for Trans-Siberian Orchestra in Springfield on 12/5! Tickets won’t last long as this is a limited time offer. $1 of every ticket sold for this concert is being donated to OACAC for Project Share! greatsouthernbankarena.com

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) @oacac-caa.bsky.social · 15d

The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess is the soundtrack of glitter & Midwest ❤️. An AUTOGRAPHED vinyl album could be yours when you purchase a ticket for a chance to win! Ends 9/30. 👇

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#chappellroan #MidwestPrincess #PopPerfection #hottogo #CommunityAction

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Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) @oacac-caa.bsky.social · 15d

#DYK? Head Start has helped generations break the cycle of poverty, offering education, health, and family support to communities nationwide.

For info about OACAC's Head Start program, visit www.oac.ac. #HappyBirthdayHeadStart #CommunityAction

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Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) @oacac-caa.bsky.social · 16d

Enter for a chance to win an autographed Chappell Roan album! Tix on sale through 9/30, proceeds benefit OACAC Family Planning. oacac.betterworld.org/giveaways/au...

#CommunityAction #ChappellRoan

Your Chance to Win an Autographed Chappell Roan Album! giveaway supporting Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation

The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess

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Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) @oacac-caa.bsky.social · 29d

🎶✨ Win an autographed Chappell Roan album!
🎟 $25 ea | 5 for $100
📅 On sale all Sept for Sexual Health Awareness Month
💙 Proceeds benefit OACAC Family Planning
oacac.betterworld.org/giveaways/au...
#CommunityAction #ChappellRoan

Your Chance to Win an Autographed Chappell Roan Album! giveaway supporting Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation

The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess

oacac.betterworld.org

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) @oacac-caa.bsky.social · Sep 4

Tickets are ON SALE NOW for a chance to win an autographed album copy of Chappell Roan’s The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess!

Proceeds benefit OACAC Family Planning, providing affordable, confidential healthcare.
oacac.betterworld.org/giveaways/au...
#chappellroan #hottogo #MidwestPrincess

Your Chance to Win an Autographed Chappell Roan Album! giveaway supporting Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation

The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess

oacac.betterworld.org

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) @oacac-caa.bsky.social · Sep 2

💿✨ Tickets ON SALE! ✨💿
Win an autographed copy of Chappell Roan’s The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess! 👑

🎟 $25 each | 5 for $100
📅 All September = Sexual Health Awareness Month
💙 Proceeds benefit OACAC Family Planning

Winner announced Oct 1! oacac.betterworld.org/giveaways/au...

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Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) @oacac-caa.bsky.social · Aug 19

A new school year is here, and with it comes new beginnings, new adventures, and new friendships. We’re cheering on every student, educator, and family as you step into this exciting chapter. Here’s to a year filled with learning, growth, and joy. 📚

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) @oacac-caa.bsky.social · Aug 6

Feeling the heat? LIHEAP can help keep your home safe and cool. If you're struggling to pay your energy bill, you may qualify for assistance. Don’t wait—apply today and take one less worry off your plate. Info & app at oac.ac/liheap-energ... #LIHEAP #OACAC #CommunityAction

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) @oacac-caa.bsky.social · Jul 22

Thank You, Hold Fast Brewing! Through 7/31, every pour of their Lemon Meringue Cream Ale supports OACAC’s focus of alleviating the causes and conditions of poverty in SW MO. #CheersToChange #SupportLocal #DrinkForGood #OACAC #HoldFastBrewing #PovertyRelief #SWMO #CommunityAction

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) @oacac-caa.bsky.social · Jul 14

Happy #NationalMacAndCheeseDay! Save the date: OACAC’s 6th MO Mac & Cheese Fest, presented by Schreiber Foods, will be held on 1/17/26! Details TBA. #DYK? On 7/29/22, Schreiber Foods achieved the Guinness World Records title for the largest mac & cheese! www.guinnessworldrecords.com/news/commerc...

World’s largest macaroni and cheese delights over two thousand people

An American food company cooked a super-sized macaroni and cheese weighing in at a whopping 2,151 kg (4,742 lb 2.29 oz) and setting a new world record.

www.guinnessworldrecords.com

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) @oacac-caa.bsky.social · Jul 9

Keep your cool & cut energy costs! Seal cracks & gaps around windows & doors with weather-stripping or caulk. It keeps the hot air out and the cool air in—saving you money on your utility bills! www.oac.ac.

#WeatherizationWednesday #StayCoolSaveMoney #EnergySmartSummer #CommunityAction

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) @oacac-caa.bsky.social · Jul 9

Take what you need, leave what you can: This is the motto of OACAC's People's Pantry project. Help us keep the shelves stocked with a donation of shelf-stable food, hygiene products, and more. Items can be dropped off or shipped directly. Thank you!

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Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) @oacac-caa.bsky.social · Jul 7

Happy #nationalmacaroniday! Save the date: OACAC’s 6th Annual MO Mac & Cheese Fest, presented by Schreiber Foods, will be held on 1/17/26! Stay tuned for details of this very "gouda" event coming later this summer.

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) @oacac-caa.bsky.social · Jul 3

Enter for your chance to win a Brown Derby Gift Basket, tickets to Branson's Grand Country Music Hall, or tickets to The Great Passion Play in Eureka Springs. Tickets are $5/each and available through July 22! oac.ac/july-drawings/

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) @oacac-caa.bsky.social · Jul 2

🎉 Great News for MO! Missouri Family Health Council, Inc., our state’s Title X grantee, received word that Title X funding for Missouri has been restored! To schedule an appointment, call (417) 864-3410. #TitleX #ReproductiveHealth #HealthEquity #MissouriNews #MFHC #PublicHealthWin #CommunityAction

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) @oacac-caa.bsky.social · Jul 2

A heartfelt thank you to UnitedHealthcare for donating 50 outreach kits to support our unhoused neighbors. 💙 These kits provide essential items that offer comfort, dignity, and a reminder that our community cares. #CommunityAction #UnitedHealthcare #DignityForAll

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) @oacac-caa.bsky.social · Jun 30

We’re so grateful to the amazing team at Roberts, McKenzie, Mangan & Cummings for going above and beyond during the @UWOzarks Day of Caring! Thanks to their generosity, an entire car load of shelf-stable food, pet food, and pet supplies was collected to help our community.