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...

Council of Churches Hosts Annual Meeting, Showcases Achievements and Future Vision

The Council of Churches of the Ozarks (CCO) recently held its annual meeting, bringing together community leaders, supporters, and stakeholders ...

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Transforming Lives Through Compassion

Recently, a young mother walked into our center with a “deer in the headlights” look, desperate for help. She had ...

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2024 Impact Report

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Request for Proposal (RFP) Construction Manager at Risk for Council of Churches of the Ozarks’ Next Levell Campaign – October 15, 2024

RFP-Construction-Manager-at-Risk PDF Download Introduction: Council of Churches of the Ozarks (CCO) is soliciting proposals from qualified construction managers to manage ...

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Worth the Journey

Amy came to our Safe to Sleep emergency shelter with nothing. She had no identification, no social security card, no ...

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No Strings Attached

We’re grateful to serve with over 100 partners distributing diapers in 52 Missouri counties, and we love hearing the stories ...

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