Help brighten Thanksgiving and Christmas for your neighbors in Greene County! Through CCO, you can help out by donating food or toys, sponsoring a child or family in need, or volunteering at one of our holiday events.
Donation Drop Off: Crosslines (3055 E. Division – bay doors on the west side of the building) 8am – 4:30pm on weekdays. Please call ahead (417-862-3586) to schedule a drop off time.
Sponsor a Child in Foster Care
Kids in foster care never have to worry if Santa will find them at their new home. AFC coordinates the collection and delivery of Christmas gifts for all children and youth in Greene County foster care.
Donate Toys
Thousands more toys are needed!
The Toystore is collecting brand-new toys for children from birth to 18 years old, as well as books and knit items. If you have questions about what items we accept, please call us (417-862-3586).
• Drop off Toys at Crosslines (3055 E Division, Springfield, MO 65803) (View Wishlist)Â
• Purchase a Toy from our Amazon Wishlist
• Purchase a Toy from our Walmart Gift Registry for Good Causes
• Donate funds to cover the cost of a toy
Host a Food or Toy Drive
Crosslines offers collection bins wrapped and ready for you to begin accepting donations at your church or business! We also offer wish-list bulletin inserts, flyers, and posters.
Please contact Program Coordinator, Nathan Mortenson, via email ([email protected]) or by phone at 417-862-3586 ext. 101.
Springfield News-Leader "Share Your Christmas"
Crosslines has partnered with the Springfield News-Leader to publish the stories of families in need from circumstances beyond their control and find donors to support these families. If you would like to partner with this program or have questions, please call 417-866-8008 or email [email protected].
Donate Food
Crosslines is always accepting food donations to provide meals for those in need. Consider a donation of food to provide holiday assistance for a family.
Some of our most commonly needed items include:
- canned fruits, vegetables, and tuna
- pasta and pasta sauce
- peanut butter
Volunteer
We need your help! Hundreds of volunteers are needed to make food distributions and the Toystore a success. Groups of all sizes are welcome! Please download and fill out our volunteer waiver below and bring it with you for your chosen service day.