April 2018 News


TODAY IS THE DAY!
Northwest Arkansas nonprofit organizations have
joined together to promote an online day of
giving to benefit the community.  
By selecting EOA Children's House as the beneficiary of your gift, your donation will go directly to providing services for Northwest Arkansas'
youngest victims of abuse and neglect. 

 

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Summer Salsa is the signature fundraising event for EOA Children's House.  P roceeds  are used to provide long-term supportive services for children that have been abused or neglected.  2018 will mark the 16th year for this event.

Summer Salsa is  a casual, summer party featuring
Mexican food and festive beverages. 
The best salsas in Northwest Arkansas will be available for guests to taste and then vote on their favorite. 
Be sure to wear your dancin' shoes because this year's band is  local favorite Funk Factory! 
And when you need a break from the dance floor and have chosen your favorite salsa, be sure to check out all of the unique items in our Silent Auction.
Tickets are now on sale - Click Here to Purchase!

When and Where? 
7pm-11pm on Saturday, June 16th  
Fayetteville Town Center  
Parking in the Town Center Garage will be free for guests
*all guests must be 21 years of age or older with a valid ID

How Can I Support this Event? 
1) Sponsorship opportunities are available - get exposure for your business while supporting a great cause!
2) Donate an item to our silent auction!
3) Plan to attend this fantastic event!

Click Here to email Megan or call (479) 872-7479 ext 221 

The Economic Opportunity Agency (EOA)  Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LiHeap) provides payments for utilities used for heating homes directly to the utility companies. This program enables low income families in Washington County, Arkansas to heat their homes during the winter months.  LiHEAP assistance is available for households using electricity, gas, propane, or wood to heat their homes. The program begins in January each year.  The Regular Assistance Program will close on April 13, 2018; Crisis Assistance will remain open until funds are depleted.  Any family meeting the income guidelines may apply for assistance. Families must reside in Washington County to apply for this assistance and must meet the income guidelines listed on our website at   www.eoawc.org .  To schedule an appointment, call (479) 872-7479.
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March was full of activities at EOA, 
 here are just a few highlights:


The members of the Junior League of Northwest Arkansas visited the Pat Walker Center for Children each day for a week in March to celebrate the birthday of Dr. Seuss and Literacy Week!  These ladies read books and interacted with the children each day. 
The Junior League also provided a Dr. Seuss themed snack and a new book for each child to enhance their home library.  Thank you!



In celebration of Dr. Seuss' Birthday and Literacy Week, staff members dressed up each day.  Pictured below - staff members are dressed as their favorite book character!

 













Children at our Oak Center enjoyed making Dr. Seuss themed snacks
for Dr. Seuss' Birthday!




Betty and Kayla from St. James Missionary Baptist Church donated over 200 books to our Ivory M. Conley Center.  Thank you!




We were lucky to have lots of dads come to read to us in March 
for our #StrongMenRead initiative.








Members of the Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce Leadership Program volunteered at the Pat Walker Center for Children.  This energetic group spent the afternoon outside prepping our garden for planting.  Thank you!















We were excited to have several community members visit our Oak Center to read to the kiddos in March.  Pictured clockwise from top left: David Kissinger from the Springdale Fire Department at our Oak Center; Zachary and Jonathan from Springdale Water Utilities; and Tommy Wright with the Springdale Police Department.  Thank You!











 






Congratulations to Room 2 at our Ellen Smith Center for winning a Pizza Party for reading the most books during the Reading Race!










While our kiddos were out on Spring Break, our teachers spent several days in training.  The morning sessions focused on classroom strategies and leadership styles.  The afternoon was spent in various breakout trainings and classroom organization.  







The Easter Bunny visited the
Pat Walker Center for Children!





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  • Wind Chimes & Windsocks
  • Rain Gauges
  • Sidewalk Chalk and Bubbles 
  • Thermometers (forehead preferably) 
  • Bleach
  • Diapers & Pull Ups (sizes 5-6)
  • Clorox Wipes
  • 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
(479) 872-7479 ext. 221

"Empowering children and families to learn, connect, and succeed."