By Tyler Wayne Published: Mar. 24, 2026 at 10:31 AM CDT SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) – Birthday Blessings is looking for volunteers to help celebrate children in foster care across the Ozarks. The Springfield nonprofit provides birthday gifts, parties, and special items to children in foster care, ensuring they feel celebrated. The organization works with agencies like CASA to tailor gifts to … Read More

By Tyler Wayne Published: Mar. 31, 2026 at 11:51 AM CDT SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) – April marks Parkinson’s Awareness Month. The Parkinson’s Group of the Ozarks is working to raise awareness about the disease that affects more than 1 million Americans. KY3’s Tyler Wayne and Cassi Locke of the Parkinson’s Group of the Ozarks discuss the mission and volunteer opportunities. To … Read More

By KY3 Staff Published: Apr. 7, 2026 at 10:34 AM CDT SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) – Rescue One is a foster-based nonprofit animal rescue in Springfield, founded in 2013, that rescues dogs and cats regardless of breed, age, or health. Rescue One turns to foster families to rehabilitate pets. KY3’s Tyler Wayne and Rescue One’s Ellen Dowdy look at volunteer opportunities at the organization. To report … Read More

By KY3 Staff Published: Apr. 11, 2026 at 7:47 PM CDT SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) -The city of Springfield’s cleanup and beautification initiative is back with a focus on preparing the city for the National Route 66 Centennial Kickoff Celebration. In preparation for the celebrations, the city asked for community volunteers to help clean litter along the section of Route 66 that passes … Read More

By Tyler Wayne Published: Mar. 10, 2026 at 11:28 AM CDT SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) – Springfield’s Harmony House is marking 50 years of providing shelter, advocacy, education, and support to survivors of domestic violence in 2026. The organization said the anniversary is both a celebration of its progress and a reaffirmation of its mission to support survivors and advance the belief that … Read More

By Tyler Wayne Published: Feb. 24, 2026 at 10:25 AM CST SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) – KY3’s Tyler Wayne and Springfield’s Lost and Found Grief Center Mark Miller explain how the organization assists those grieving the loss of a loved one. To learn more about Lost and Found Grief Center by clicking here. To report a correction or typo, please email [email protected]. Please include … Read More

By Tyler Wayne Published: Mar. 3, 2026 at 10:16 AM CST|Updated: 59 minutes ago SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) – CASA of Southwest Missouri is seeking volunteers to advocate for abused and neglected children in foster care across the Ozarks. The organizations provide court advocacy for children in the foster care system. CASA of Southwest Missouri serves Greene, Christian, and Taney counties. Volunteers serve … Read More

By Tyler Wayne Published: Feb. 10, 2026 at 10:59 AM CST SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) – The Springfield Dream Center serves as a hub of practical help and hope for families in Springfield. Located in Zone 1, the Dream Center enables donors and supporters to make a direct impact in the community. The facility provides resources and long-term skills training to help families … Read More

By Tyler Wayne Published: Feb. 3, 2026 at 10:11 AM CST|Updated: 9 minutes ago SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) – The need for volunteers at Springfield’s Ozarks Food Harvest is increasing as demand for assistance rises. KY3’s Tyler Wayne and the Ozarks Food Harvest’s Sarah Byrd discuss opportunities. Check out more volunteer opportunities on Volunteer Ozarks by clicking here. To report a correction or typo, … Read More

By Tyler Wayne Published: Jan. 27, 2026 at 1:33 PM CST SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) – Want to volunteer? KY3’s Tyler Wayne and the Greater Ozarks United Way’s Brandon Jenson discuss volunteer opportunities for nonprofits across the Ozarks. Check out Volunteer Ozarks by clicking here. To report a correction or typo, please email [email protected]. Please include the article info in the subject line of the … Read More