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.

What's Current
9th Annual Hero Awards

Nominations are now being accepted for the 9th Annual Hero Awards. These awards are presented by the Columbia Daily Tribune and Voluntary Action Center. This year, seven awards will be presented at the Hero Awards reception on April 20. You can submit a nomination online at the Tribune's website, download a form and return to VAC's office or stop by VAC's office for a paper form.

Posted at 1/22/2010 VAC has moved!

Voluntary Action Center has moved its offices from the Providence location to 403A Vandiver Drive. The new location will open on Tuesday, January 19 at 1 p.m. VAC's phone and fax numbers will remain the same. We look forward to continuing to serve the residents of Boone County in our new location.

Posted at 1/15/2010 Homes for Computers

Voluntary Action Center will be signing up families for the Homes for Computers program from January 6 through January 29, 2010. Only current VAC clients living in Columbia with children in Columbia Public Schools (grades K-12) are eligible to apply. Interested persons must bring proof of income, address and I.D. for all persons in the family to the VAC office during the registration period to fill out an application.


A drawing will be held to determine which applicants will receive a computer. Winners will be notified during the week of February 1. The computer distribution will be Saturday, February 20 from 9 a.m. to Noon at the Downtown Optimist "Friend of Youth" Building on Grand Avenue.

Special thanks to the City of Columbia for partnering with VAC for this program.

Posted at 1/08/2010 Christmas Cheer

VAC's Christmas distribution will take place December 7 through 17th. We were able to sponsor all of our families this year through the generosity of the Boone County community. If you did not get a chance to adopt a family but still want to participate, you can make a financial donation or purchase toys and other items. These supplemental gifts will help VAC ensure a happy Christmas for all of our families this year.

Financial contributions may be sent directly to VAC's office. Toys and other gifts can be dropped off at our distribution center, Trinity Presbyterian Church, at 1600 W. Rollins Road on December 7, 8, 14 or 15 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Contact VAC at 874-2273 for more information.

Posted at 12/03/2009 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.

Posted at 11/10/2009 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.

Posted at 10/15/2009 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.

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