OUR VISION OAI works with Communities, Organizations, and Residents throughout the South Central Ozarks in order to make sure that: The opportunity and resources are present for individuals and families to move from poverty to self-sufficiency. Ensure all citizens are empowered to realize their full potential and participate in decisions that affect them and improve their lives. Communities mobilize broad partnerships involving Read more...

A place where people who are struggling in any area of life come together in community and have access the resources they need. At Life Change SWMO we believe as Paul said in his letter to the Corinthians: “If one member suffers, all suffer together; if one member is honored, all rejoice together” We accomplish this by offering a variety Read more...

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is a voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a nationwide community empowered by research, education, and advocacy to take action against this leading cause of death. Suicide is one of the leading causes of death, yet suicide doesn’t get anywhere near the research funding given to other leading causes. We Read more...

At the Child Advocacy Center, our mission is twofold – serving the needs of abused and neglected children in South Central Missouri and providing education to break abuse cycles and ultimately prevent child abuse in our region. As a satellite Child Advocacy Center, we serve families in Douglas, Howell, Oregon, Ozark, Texas, Wright, and Shannon Counties. Read more...

At Isabel’s House it is our mission to provide immediate refuge for children whose families are in crisis. By partnering with families and the community, we prevent child abuse and neglect and strengthen families. Read more...

Victory Mission teaches people leaving homelessness, incarceration, and poverty to be independent and gives them the tools to rebuild their lives. We believe lifelong victory is available for all. Join us as a volunteer within one of our outreach, workforce development, or long-term restoration programs and help people find lasting change in their lives! Read more...

The Victim Center was formed in 1976 as the Rape Crisis Center, and at the time, it only provided crisis intervention services to adult victims of sexual assault. Over the years, our services have expanded beyond the initial scope to include individual counseling for victims of sexual assault and their families as well as services to include sexually abused children Read more...

Good Samaritan of the Ozarks is a local non-profit that operates a shelter for victims of abuse, a food pantry and two thrift stores. Read more...

Passion House Project is a nonprofit that provides new and gently used household items, furniture, and small appliances for low to moderate-income individuals so they can create a place to call home while living in comfort with dignity. At Passion House Project, we are filing a need for those who could use a helping hand in our community. For individuals Read more...