For almost 30 years, Community Partnership has been a trusted leader, catalyst for change, and a valued resource in Springfield and the surrounding region. We are the “go-to” organization when an emerging issue needs to be addressed; we bring people together to create solutions. Our four primary focus areas as follows: Affordable Housing & Homeless Prevention Community & Neighborhood Development Read more...

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DCO is a non-profit that has been serving the community for over 70 years. We provide services and support for individuals and families of individuals with disabilities. Our childcare building offers early intervention pediatric therapies while on campus, we have an inclusive childcare for all in the community (age range: Birth – 6 years). DCO also provides adult care and Read more...

United Community Change is a social justice organization dedicated to empowering underserved & marginalized communities; Particularly African Americans and of African diaspora decent; to connect with their land, homes, communities, culture, and worldwide history through programs and education that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our focus is on building strong and resilient communities centered on justice and equality. Read more...

The Missouri Institute of Natural Science is the first and only natural science museum in Missouri. Founded in 2001 after Riverbluff Cave was discovered, the museum is home to a vast collection of fossils from the cave and other locations around the world, gems, minerals, and Henry the Triceratops, the world’s largest triceratops. Admission is always free with donations gratefully Read more...

The Ozark Trails Council services 31 counties and over 7,300 youth. The Ozark Trails Council provides the Scouting program to young boys and girls starting in Kindergarten all the way until 21 years of age. The 4 Programs each with their own aims and methods include: Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Venturing and Exploring. Camp Arrowhead, located in Marshfield, Missouri, is Read more...

Life360 Community Services (LCS) exists to spur community, courage, and commitment through efforts to feed, house, educate, and empower individuals, families, and communities. Read more...

Changing the Future: One Person at a Time Awaken360 is a faith-based therapeutic center dedicated to restoring hope and empowering families through education, counseling, and family-focused care. ​ Our vision is to foster healing for struggling teens as they change the trajectory of their life, overcome adversity, and pursue their God-given purpose. Read more...

The Geek Foundation is an innovative non-profit providing free interactive education, resources, and support to future tech professionals, enthusiasts, and makers — especially to those who make the tech industry more diverse. We offer a variety of free computer programming classes to the community for children and adults in areas like web development, video game development, robotics, wearable technology, and Read more...

The Ozarks Science and Engineering Fair (OSEF) is a regional competition which brings together student scientists and engineers with outstanding research projects. It also serves as an excellent opportunity for students to experience working with local scientists and professionals. Participating students are from a 16 county region that includes Christian, Dallas, Douglas, Greene, Howell, Laclede, Oregon, Ozark, Polk, Pulaski, Shannon, Read more...