Leadership Team

Our leadership team at Prairie opportunity, inc.

the members that make Prairie opportunity, inc.

Prairie Opportunity Officers:


Jeffery Smith, Board Chairman

Julius Clark, Board Vice Chairman, and Bi-Laws Committee Personnel

Lula Tate, Secretary

Gwendolyn Ware, Assistant Secretary

Jimmy Davidson, Treasurer

Prairie Opportunity Board of Directors:
Public sector members


Jeffrey Smith, representing Lowndes County

Joyce Harrington, representing Winston County

Lee Hill, representing Webster County

Sherman Patterson, representing Noxubee County

Leah Bishop, representing Oktibbeha County

Calvin Jones, representing Choctaw County

Jimmy Davidson, representing Clay County

private sector members


Lula Tate, representing Noxubee County

Virgie M. Coburn, representing Winston County

Gwendolyn Ware, representing Oktibbeha County

Mike Ford, representing Webster County

LaVonne Harris, representing Lowndes County

Sylvia Jones, representing Choctaw County

Mary Jean Vance, representing Clay County

Low-Income sector members


Julius Clark, representing Oktibbeha County

Victoria Goss, representing Winston County

Virgil S. Mills, representing Webster County

Deloria Stewart, representing Noxubee County

Annie Barry, representing Lowndes County

Peggie Turner, representing Choctaw County

Hattie Deans, representing Clay County

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Frequently Asked Questions


  • Why is Prairie Opportunity, Inc. so popular?

    Prairie Opportunity, Inc. has become exceptionally popular as a beacon of positive change in Starkville, MS, largely owing to its steadfast commitment as a community action agency. As a trusted community action agency, Prairie Opportunity, Inc. is renowned for its multifaceted approach to addressing the diverse needs of our residents. Through a spectrum of impactful programs and services, this community action agency has consistently demonstrated its commitment to alleviating poverty, fostering educational opportunities, and enhancing overall community well-being. The transformative impact of Prairie Opportunity, Inc. as a community action agency is evident in its collaborative initiatives, which actively involve residents and stakeholders in creating sustainable solutions. It's not just an agency; it's a catalyst for positive change, earning widespread popularity for its unwavering commitment to uplifting the community it serves. Our community action agency is ready to help!

  • WHAT IS A COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY?

    Community action agencies are private or public nonprofit organizations that were created by the federal government in 1964 to combat poverty in geographically designated areas. 

  • What programs do you offer at Prairie Opportunity, Inc?

    Prairie Opportunity, Inc. extends a lifeline to the community through vital programs such as the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG), Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), and Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP). CSBG empowers individuals with resources for economic stability, LIHEAP provides crucial energy assistance, and WAP ensures energy-efficient homes. These programs collectively reflect our commitment to addressing diverse needs, fostering resilience, and enhancing the overall well-being of the community we serve.

  • What's the best way to contact Prairie Opportunity, Inc.?

    We at Prairie Opportunity, Inc. can be reached by phone at 662-323-3397. By email at sarahjones@prairieopportunity.org. Or by filling out the contact form on our website.

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