November 2017 News

What do you think of when you hear 
USDA Commodities...is it cheese?

 

If so, I am sure you know that blocks of cheese weighing 5 lbs each were distributed after World War II until the 1990s to families receiving Welfare, Social Security, and Food Stamps.  

Cheese, now typically shredded instead of blocks, is still distributed to food charities. However the USDA Commodities program has greatly expanded from just supplying cheese to those in need of food assistance to include a variety of food.  
Food packages now include nutritious foods such as canned fruits and vegetables, canned meat, poultry and other protein items, and grain products such as pasta, as well as other foods. These commodities help support successful, independent living for vulnerable populations.   Participants are also offered the opportunity to receive nutrition education.

EOA has participated in the
USDA Commodities program since 1982.
EOA partners with The Bread of Life in Springdale and
Life Source in Fayetteville.  These organizations distribute the food to families in need.  

This program provides assistance to an
average of  650 families each month.
 

October was full of activities at EOA, here are just a few highlights:

Firefighter Eric with SFD worked on STEM activities with some of our PreK kiddos.
The team at Rockin' Baker donated bread for our Family Days.
EOA Staff members were given the opportunity to participate in the staff flu clinic by Walmart


Some of our families from our West Washington County Center participated in the Lincoln Apple Festival parade.


State Representative and former Head Start parent, Jeff Williams, read to children at the Springdale Airport Center in celebration of Head Start Awareness Month.


Walmart International Security donated $1,000 to Children's House.
Central States Manufacturing team members spent their day working on some much needed projects at Children's House.




The PWCC children read the 3 Little Bears and then tasted "porridge".  


All Children's Services staff members participated in a training on the new curriculum - Shine On, Families!

David Kissinger with Springdale Fire Department read to the children at our Oak Center in celebration of National Head Start Day!



All of our EOA kiddos had fun Halloween celebrations,  here are just a few pictures:


To see more Halloween photos, visit our Facebook Page.


As you can imagine, we go through A LOT of diapers daily
and this is always one of our most needed items. 
Our Amazon Wish List is an easy way to have your much appreciated donation delivered directly to us and in the exact size that is most needed. 
Thank you for your help in diapering our little ones!
IMPORTANT: Please include your name and address on the gift receipt for
purchased items so that we are able to acknowledge your gift.
Thank you for your support of EOA.


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  • Washable Markers
  • Finger Paint
  • Diapers & Pull Ups (sizes 5-6)
  • Clorox Wipes
  • Hygiene Items
  • Boys Clothing all sizes
  • Girls Clothing all sizes
As a non-profit organization, EOA relies on the generous support of companies, foundations, civic groups and individuals so that we are able to provide services
free of charge to the children and their families.
To make a tax-deductible donation  Click Here 
or call (479) 872-7479 ext 221.
Megan Cuddy
Director of Advancement
mcuddy@eoawc.org
(479) 872-7479 ext. 221

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