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Care To Learn
The mission of Care To Learn is to provide immediate funding to meet emergent needs in the areas of health, hunger & hygiene so every student can be successful in school.
Email: anniezimmerman@nixaschools.net
Phone: 417-724-3592
Address: 301 S. Main St. Nixa, MO 65714
Website: caretolearn.org/nixa
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Food Assistance
Springfield Dream Center
Weekly community dinner, diaper bank, adult classes, senior boxes
Email: kara@springfielddreamcenter.com
Phone: 417-720-1065
Address: 829 W. Atlantic St. Springfield, MO 65803
Website: To view more information, click here.
Harbor House Feeding Program
Free lunch is served daily from noon-1:00 p.m. to anyone who is hungry.
Phone: 417-831-3371
Website: For more information, click here.
Least of These Food Pantry
Offering five days of food to residents of Christian County experiencing food insecurity. Can receive monthly.Email: info@leastofthesefoodpantry.orgPhone: 417-724-2500
Address: 1720 James River Rd. Ozark, MO 65721
Website: To view more information, click here.
Ozarks Food Harvest
Food resources for Southwest Missouri
Email: memberservices@ozarksfoodharvest.org
Phone: 417-865-3411
Address: 2810 N. Cedarbrook Ave. Springfield, MO 65803
Website: ozarksfoodharvest.org
Salvation Army of Springfield, MO
The Salvation Army of Springfield provides various social service assistance programs for numerous Christian and Greene County residents. Available assistance includes an emergency food pantry, housing and shelter programs, community center programs for children and senior citizens, daily feeding programs, emergency disaster services, worship and spiritual counseling, holiday assistance, and much more.
Email: hollee.ellis@usc.salvationarmy.org
Phone: 417-862-5509
Address: 1707 W. Chestnut Expy. Springfield, MO 65802
Website: To view more information, click here.
St. Joseph Cathedral Food Pantry
Food distribution center
Phone: 417-744-2490
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9:30 - 11 a.m.
Website: To view more information, click here.
Union Hill Church of Christ
Emergency food pantry that provides three days’ worth of food assistance.
Phone: 417-725-6036
Hours: Tuesday and Thursday from 9-11 a.m.
Victory Mission + Ministry
Victory Mission reaches people leaving poverty, equipping them with tools to rebuild their lives and gain independence—because no life is beyond repair.
Services include:
- WorkReady BootCamp - Victory’s WorkReady BootCamp is a week-long training program designed to help you find and maintain meaningful work. 70% of graduates find employment within a week of completing the program.
- Emergency Shelter for Men - Victory’s Emergency Shelter allows men to stay for up to 30 days every six months. For the 30-day duration, residential program fees are waived through scholarship.
- Transitional Shelter for Men - Victory’s Transitional Shelter provides an affordable housing alternative to pay-by-the-week hotels and substandard housing as men transition into a state of independence.
- Restoration for Women and Men - The Restoration Program is a 12-18 month faith-based discipleship program designed to transform lives through a comprehensive approach of developing five key areas of life: spiritual, personal, relational, vocational, and financial.
Email: info@victorymission.com
Phone: 417-864-2200
Address: 1715 N. Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65803
Website: To view more information, click here.
Isabel’s House
Our mission is to provide immediate refuge to children ages birth to 12 whose families are in crisis. We provide 24/7/365 trauma-informed care, 3 meals and snacks daily, clothing, shoes, hygiene items, transportation to and from school, wellness exams, and so much more. We also work with families to resolve the crisis that they sought services for.
Email: andih@isabelshouse.org
Phone: 417-865-2273
Address: 2750 W. Bennett St. Springfield, MO 65802
Website: To view more information, click here.
The GLO Center
The GLO Center is the LGBTQ+ Community Center of the Ozarks. We provide support groups and social groups, including a youth group for young people aged 12-18 on Tuesdays from 3-8 where free dinner is provided. Anyone is welcome to come by the center during open hours (10-4 Weekdays, 10-2 Saturdays) to make use of the center living spaces, library, and kitchen. We have free resources, snacks, and referrals to other organizations according to your needs. GLO throws many monthly and yearly events, including Pride during June on the square in Springfield. If you are looking for a place to volunteer or a way to connect with LGBT+ community then stop by the center or check out our website www.glocenter.org or connect with us on Facebook.
Email: collins@glocenter.org
Phone: 417-869-3978
Address: 518 E. Commercial St. Springfield, MO 65803
Website: www.glocenter.org
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Food Stamps
Family Support Division
Phone: 417-581-7511 / 855-373-4636
Address: 4715 Towne Centre Dr., Ozark, MO 65721
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Nixa Welfare Office
Phone: (855) 373-4636
Address: 105 Ridgecrest Ave. Nixa, MO 65714
Hours: Monday & Thursday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
The Nutrition Program Associate
Phone: 417-581-3558
Address: 202 W. Elm Ozark, MO 65721
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This page was designed for our families who need a little extra assistance.
If a non-profit organization or group/organization that offers select services for our students would like to become a resource for our families that provides assistance for students and/or their families, please email quicknews@nixaschools.net.
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