September 2007 a group of individuals from local animal welfare agencies began meeting to discuss ways we could partner with Springfield-Greene County Animal Control to address animal welfare issues. The result: Springfield Animal Advocacy Foundation (SAAF). Our dream: A no-kill community by 2018. We took a significant step towards that dream with the opening of S.A.A.F. Spay Neuter Clinic in Read more...

We are an organization that builds and delivers hand-made beds to children who do not have a bed. Our motto: “No kid sleeps on the floor in our town!” There are so many great charities that provide clothing, meals and toys for families in need, but as wonderful as they are, little help goes to something as permanent as providing Read more...

Springfield Little Theatre is a nonprofit, volunteer-driven organization energized by the highest artistic ideals that strives to entertain, educate, and involve the community in live theatrical productions and in the preservation of the historic Landers Theatre. We offer numerous volunteer opportunities for all in the community at all interest levels. Read more...

Promotes Science, Engineering, The Arts, and Mathematics throughout the entire Ozarks region What is O-STEAM? SERVICE Organization which strives to… • Engage the public through a news and informational website with a regional Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Math focus. • Engage the public through events andspeaking engagements on Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Math. • Provide information Read more...

The Junior League of Springfield, Inc is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable. The Junior League of Springfield values: o The necessity and significance of women exercising leadership throughout o the community. o Read more...

The Downtown Springfield Association’s (DSA) mission is to cultivate and sustain a vibrant business community represented by a balance of retail, professional, service, dining and entertainment entrepreneurs. We’re passionate about growing downtown by attracting businesses, retaining talent and meeting the needs of our thriving community. We work with our community partners to produce some of the area’s most iconic events: Read more...

Girls on the Run is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a world where every girl knows and activates her limitless potential and is free to boldly pursue her dreams. Read more...

Matching community members with international students, for 1 semester (3-4 months) to represent our community and help students learn more about our community and country, and share/exchange cultures. The students remain living on campus/in their apts. No financial, living, or legal responsibility on community friend/host. Read more...

The Kitchen, Inc. brings stability and purpose to people who are homeless through five important programs: affordable housing developments, community housing, emergency shelter, Home at Last, and Rare Breed Youth Services. Connect with us to learn more about volunteer opportunities! Read more...