We Rise Together

Basic needs aren't negotiable.

VAC is a local nonprofit responding to the basic needs of the individuals within our community.
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VAC Continues to Evolve Based on the Needs of Our Community

Many organizations operate with good intentions but don't always meet people where they are.
We recognize the needs of our community have shifted, so we're changing too.
New look. New location. Same heart.
8,472
Individuals
3,533
Households
21,992
Needs Met

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We provide financial assistance with basic and emergency needs to  people living in Boone County, Missouri
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Community Programs

VAC offers several programs during the year that provide additional assistance to the individuals and community we serve.
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VAC has more options than donating monetarily. Learn more about how you can support our organization.
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Giving back shouldn't be complicated. Impact Collective makes it simple for local businesses to support their community—consistently and meaningfully. Here's how it works: 1. Choose your level — starting at just $50/month 2. We handle the rest — your gift goes directly to neighbors in need through gasoline vouchers, medical assistance, and vital documents 3. You get recognized — and your community gets stronger Ready to join? www.vacmo.org/donations/impact-collective/ ... See MoreSee Less
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Every month, we’re proud to recognize the local businesses showing up through Impact Collective.These Community Partners don’t just give once—they give consistently, helping neighbors meet essential needs month after month. This is what steady community support looks like.👉 Want to see your business featured? Become a Community Partner: www.vacmo.org/donations/impact-collective/ ... See MoreSee Less
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Earlier this week, we told you VAC is moving. Here's why it matters.THE NEED IS REALRight now, we serve thousands of neighbors every year. The need keeps growing. VAC Opportunity Campus means we can finally meet that need at scale.The Cindy Mustard Resource Center continues everything you depend on—just with more space to serve more people. And we're expanding our capacity to do even more.When people have stable support, everything else becomes possible—employment, healing, stability, independence.We've been doing this work for 56 years. We know what works. Now we have the space to do it at the scale our community needs.More details on what's coming i#vace#CMRCs#vacopportunitycampusV#columbiamot#comou#communitysupportM#boonecountySupport #BooneCounty ... See MoreSee Less
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Responding to the immediate basic needs of individuals and families within our community. 
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403A Vandiver Drive, Columbia MO 65202 | Phone: 573-874-2273 | Fax: 573-874-9172 | vac@vacmo.org
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