VAC's unique programs are designed to address unmet needs in our community, giving low-income people the opportunity to gain independence, overcome crisis, meet their basic needs, and improve their quality of life. VAC also provides volunteer information, training, and recognition, encouraging our community to respond to social problems and community issues.
Santas needed!

Voluntary Action Center is still seeking sponsors for its 26th annual Christmas Program. Over 1,148 low-income Boone County families and individuals signed up for the program and sponsors are still needed. Santas can choose any size family to sponsor and are asked to provide the making of a holiday meal and at least one new gift for each child up to age 18, elderly individuals and disabled individuals. If you are interested in becoming a Santa this season, contact VAC at (573) 874-2273.
Christmas program publicity
Check out these recent articles about VAC's Christmas program.
Columbia Tribune
Columbia Missourian
Sign up of families will continue through October 22. Sponsors can adopt a family by calling VAC's office at 874-2273.
VAC Christmas Program

It's that time of year! Voluntary Action Center will be signing up families for its 26th annual Christmas program October 10 through 22. Last year, over 1200 low income families in Boone County were sponsored by local community members, businesses and organizations. If you are interested in being a sponsor for a family this holiday season, contact VAC at 874-2273. More details about the Christmas program can be found in our latest newsletter.
VAC Newsletter
The VAC newsletter for October/November is available now. Information on the Christmas Program and Warm Up Columbia are included.
Warm Up Columbia

Voluntary Action Center will Warm Up Columbia on Saturday, October 17. Free coats and blankets will be distributed from 9 a.m. until noon at The Armory, located at 701 East Ash. Items will be given to low income families, children, the eldery and disabled who live in Boone County. Distribution is first come, first served. Special thanks to Kathy Hull, Commerce Bank and local churches for their assistance with this event.
If you would like to help out with Warm Up Columbia, contact Cindy Mustard at cindymustard2@gmail.com. Volunteers are needed on Friday, October 16 to help with sorting.
Columbia Volunteer Network
The Columbia Volunteer Network is a group of people who work with volunteers as all or part of their job. Membership is free and meetings are held quarterly.
The Columbia Volunteer Network is hosting a special meeting on Wednesday, October 7 in the Virginia Young Room of the Columbia Public Library. Rick Skinner, director of the Volunteer Center for the United Way of Greater St. Louis, will be the speaker. The program will begin at 11:00, with lunch and networking including. Cost is $12. Payment can be sent to Voluntary Action Center at 800 N. Providence, Suite 220, Columbia, MO 65203. Deadline to register is Monday, October 5.
For more information about the Columbia Volunteer Network, contact Cindy Mustard at cindymustard2@gmail.com or Leigh Britt at volunteer@GoColumbiaMo.com.
VAC Newsletter Available
The VAC newsletter for August/September is now available under the Documents and Publications section. Read all about the Back to School Health Fair on August 15 and other community events!
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