In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with the Development Director of the Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) to uncover the powerful work happening behind the scenes of one of the region’s most impactful nonprofits. For nearly 60 years, OACAC has been quietly transforming lives—helping individuals and families break cycles of poverty, access essential resources, and move toward long-term self-sufficiency. OACAC is part of a nationwide network of Community Action Agencies founded to combat poverty at the local level. Today, the organization serves ten Southwest Missouri counties through a wide range of programs designed to meet people where they are. From education and employment opportunities to housing assistance, crisis support, early childhood programs, energy assistance, community partnerships, and more, OACAC works every day to create real, lasting change. In this conversation, you’ll learn: ✨ What Community Action Agencies are—and why they matter ✨ The story behind OACAC’s mission and decades of service ✨ How local families are supported through wraparound programs ✨ Why collaboration, compassion, and community leadership are essential in addressing poverty ✨ How YOU can get involved, support the mission, or connect someone in need Whether you’re familiar with OACAC or discovering this organization for the first time, this episode will leave you with a deeper understanding of poverty in the Ozarks—and the hopeful, hands-on work being done to fight it. 🔗 Learn more about OACAC: https://oac.ac (Replace with your actual link if different) If you enjoy conversations that highlight meaningful local impact and the people creating real change, hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it.