Binding Up the Brokenhearted

— By Deb Stratman, Crosslines Volunteer From where I sat at the front desk, I greeted an older man...

Nourishing Hope: The Impact of Crosslines Food Pantry

The Crosslines Food Pantry, a program of Council of Churches of the Ozarks, stands as a pillar of community...

Sarah’s Triumph: Redefining Beauty and Abilities

In the heart of Council of Churches of the Ozarks, Sarah’s presence at the Diaper Bank of the Ozarks...

Doubling Impact: Join Ambassadors for Children in Supporting Foster Care Awareness Month

In observance of National Foster Care Awareness Month this May, Ambassadors for Children invites your support. Thanks to the generosity...

KY3: Springfield nonprofit speeding up response times for those in need by adding call centerKY3:

The Council of Churches of the Ozarks (CCO) recently added a new call center to its main building. The...

Council of Churches of the Ozarks Celebrates One-Year Anniversary: A Year of Service, Support, and Success

Council of Churches of the Ozarks recently marked a significant milestone as it celebrated its one-year anniversary at its...

Transforming Lives: How Crosslines Food Pantry Restores Hope and Health in Springfield

In a heartwarming testament to the impact of community support, a volunteer at  Crosslines Food Pantry, a program of Council...

Kickapoo High School’s Mr. KHS Event Raises $5,000 for Wish I May: Spreading Joy One Birthday at a Time

The annual Kickapoo High School event, Mr. KHS, took on a special significance this year as it partnered with...

United Way helps support Council of Churches Buddy Program

Learn all about the Council of Churches of the Ozarks’ Math & Reading Buddy Programs and how United Way...

When Crisis Strikes, Case Management Steps In

For families living on the edge of poverty, it’s not a question of if a crisis will happen—it’s when. A ...

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CCO Hosts Pre-Bid Day For Area Contractors

On a bright spring afternoon, a room full of blueprints, notepads, and hopeful anticipation buzzed with energy as Crosslines Community ...

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The Challenge To Champion Children

When it comes to making a difference, Bill and Virginia Darr have always believed in investing in people—especially those whose ...

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Every Senior Deserves To Be Celebrated

Jeff had been looking forward to his senior year for as long as he could remember. But when he entered ...

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Request for Qualifications (RFQ) Construction Materials Testing and Special Inspections – April 15, 2025

RFQ-Construction-Materials-Testing-And-Special-Inspections PDF Download       CROSSLINES COMMUNITY OUTREACH – SAFE TO SLEEP RENOVATION For construction of: New overnight shelter ...

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Going the Extra Mile: How Safe to Sleep Helped One Woman Chase Her Dreams 

At an hour when most of Springfield was fast asleep, Safe to Sleep Director Kelly Harris was on the road, ...

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