Long-Term Ombudsman Program: Advocating for Dignity, Independence, and Hope
In the quiet corridors of nursing homes, where residents often face the challenges of aging and health complications, the...
What’s In A Name?
For more than 55 years, the organization first known as the Springfield Area Council of Churches has worked quietly but ...
Offering Vulnerable Seniors Real Solutions
Each day, CCO staffers witness firsthand the challenges that many individuals face—especially our senior neighbors who, through no fault of ...
From Courtroom to Community: Dean’s Journey of Redemption and Service
When Dean Alvarez first stepped into the Crosslines Food Pantry two years ago, it was under very different circumstances than ...
Emergency Women’s Shelter Moving to 3055 E Division
After thirteen years and tens of thousands of bed nights, Safe to Sleep is moving forward with a plan to establish a dedicated shelter space at the ...
The Difference Compassion Can Make
Twenty-three years ago, I found myself in a difficult situation, struggling to escape an abusive marriage of ten years. During ...
Driving Change in Southwest Missouri
George the Uber driver never imagined the direction his day would take after picking up a special client from the ...
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The Council of Churches of the Ozarks (CCO), is a faith-based 501(c)3 serving Southwest Missouri since 1969.
Its mission is to improve the quality of life of our most vulnerable neighbors by doing together what can best be done together in the name of Jesus Christ.
With wrap-a-round support services available through multiple outreach programs, the Council meets community needs affecting infant to elder. As an extension of churches from a variety of denominations and backgrounds, CCO has been inspiring hope for families, children, seniors and adults for more than fifty years.
Physical Address
3055 E. Division
Springfield, MO 65802
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 3947
Springfield, MO 65808
Contact
Phone: 417-862-3586
Fax: 417-862-2129
Email: [email protected]
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Council of Churches of the Ozarks is a nonprofit tax-exempt entity under IRS Code Section 501(c)3. EIN 43-0903657.