Date: 9/24/2026
Contact: Kathryn Clausen, Communications Director, kathryn@oacaa.org
Respond By: 10/16/2026 at 5:00 PM ET
Re: Graphic design of annual State of Poverty in Ohio Report
Overview
The Ohio Association of Community Action Agencies (OACAA) is the statewide membership organization representing Ohio’s 48 Community Action Agencies, which collectively serve all 88 counties. Community Action Agencies deliver critical services that address the causes and conditions of poverty, including energy assistance, housing, early childhood education, workforce development, and other human services. OACAA serves as a convener, advocate, and capacity-building organization for this network, working closely with state and federal partners to align policy, funding, and program implementation. Through this role, OACAA represents the collective interests of its members and advances strategies to strengthen the impact of Community Action across Ohio.
Project Purpose
OACAA is seeking proposals from qualified graphic designers or design firms to provide creative and production services for the 2027 State of Poverty in Ohio Report. The annual report is an important resource that presents statewide and county-level data, trends, and insights related to poverty and the state’s economic well-being. The report is used by policymakers, community leaders, nonprofit organizations, advocates, funders, and other stakeholders to better understand poverty’s impact on Ohio communities.
The selected designer must be able to translate the complex data provided by our third-party research group into a visually compelling, accessible, and easy-to-understand publication. The selected contractor will work collaboratively with OACAA staff and project partners to develop the report’s overall visual identity, layout, infographics, and final production files.
To view previous report, visit our Publications & Resources page and click on State of Poverty Reports.