Ohio Association of Community Action Agencies

10/05/2026

Thank you to our Head Start teachers whose dedication helps children build strong foundations for the future. 🍎 🏫

10/01/2026

Make your home warmer, safer, and more energy-efficient! 🏠 Ohio’s HWAP program offers free weatherization services for income-eligible residents. Contact your local Community Action Agency to learn more: https://bit.ly/49pvvxj

09/15/2026

A shirt can start a conversation. A movement can change lives.

Today, some of the OACAA staff sported new attire from IMPACT Community Action to show support for programs that address the root causes of poverty, while treating every person with dignity and respect.

09/15/2026

Empower your voice by registering, updating your information, or helping someone else get ready to vote. 🗳️

09/11/2026

May this season bring hope and meaningful new beginnings to all who observe. 💫

09/11/2026

A day of reflection and remembrance for those impacted and the heroes who responded.

09/07/2026

Recognizing the commitment and hard work that keep our community strong. 🙌

08/31/2026

OACAA Briefing August 2026: OACAA 2026 State of Poverty Report released 📄; story: the road to more age-friendly Ohio communities 🚌; story: federal rule changes could limit Ohio childcare programs 📚; and more!

Read ➡️ https://conta.cc/4qM1sXR

08/26/2026

Ohio’s strong Community Action Network is built on collaboration and our willingness to learn from one another. This week, CEOs from Great Lakes Community Action Partnership and LEADS Community Action came together to share ideas and learn from each other's experiences. These peer-to-peer connections strengthen agencies, inspire solutions, and help our entire network better serve communities. Together, we are stronger.

08/25/2026

Today, we join millions across the world in mourning the loss of Dolly Parton, a beloved entertainer, philanthropist, and champion for families and communities. Beyond her extraordinary music career, Ms. Parton dedicated her life to helping others through education, literacy, and opportunity.

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library partnered with many Community Action Agencies across the country to provide free books to children, because she understood that strong communities are built when we invest in people. Her kindness, generosity, and commitment to helping others will continue to inspire those working every day to create pathways to opportunity and hope.

We extend our condolences to her family, friends, and the countless lives she touched yesterday, today, and tomorrow.

Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright, and author died peacefully today in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80 years old.

Dolly is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years Carl Thomas Dean (1942 – 2025), her mother Avie Lee Caroline Owens (1923 – 2003), and father, Robert Lee Parton, Sr. (1921 – 2000).

A rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see, Dolly will forever stand as an inspiration not only through her timeless music and prolific songwriting, but also her wit, warmth, and kindness that made us all feel like family. Dolly Parton’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience. With a seven-decade career, she inspired multiple generations of artists and fans with her music and an unwavering commitment to making the world a better place. Her songs will continue to resonate with people of all ages, and her philanthropic work will have a lasting impact.

At Dolly’s request, a small, private service will be held for immediate family. Dolly’s fans and friends from around the world are encouraged to pay tribute to Dolly on social media by tagging or by leaving a message at www.dollyparton.com

In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at www.imaginationlibrary.com