To foster and promote maximum independence, quality of life, personal growth, health, and safety for the individuals we serve.

The organizations purpose is to expand gods kingdom by empowering and resourcing christian ministries in guatemala that reach children and families living in at-risk or street situations.

To provide sustained recovery management in a faith based environment that encourages a generation of young men to develop the integrity, self-discipline, work ethic, and attitude to become productive members of society.

Provide housing for low-income individuals and families.

This organization's purpose is to provide religious services and activities for approximately 400 members.

Serving the poor through distribution of donated items, services and specialized programming

To reach the country of mexico with the gospel of jesus christ through evangelism, humanitarian works, children's homes, and training and increase the mission vision of churches and individuals in the usa.

Empowering families to advocate for themselves so that children can reach their full potential

To receive and administer funds for scientific, educational, civic, athletic, patriotic, cultural, social, and charitable purposes, and to more specifically encourage and foster active lifestyles. the primary activity is the joplin memorial run, which is held in may, and includes a half-marathon, 5k run and kids run in honor of the 161 victims of the may 22, 2011 tornado in joplin, mo. proceeds of the event allow us to support other 501 (c) 3 organizations, and to create and operate other active lifestyle type of events in the future. in our first year (2012) we were able to contribute over $30k to local charities. in 2013 and again in 2014 we were able to contribute over $20k to local charities. as part of our 2014 contributions, we were able to provide athletic equipment to several tornado victims families. in 2015 through 2019 we contributed over $125k. we continue to support other similar causes to promote healthy activities. in 2022 we commissioned a permanent memorial sculpture

Developing, establishing and administering workforce training.

The joplin r-viii foundation is organized exclusively to provide educational opportunities that otherwise would not be financially available. students will be able to receive optimum educational experiences with increased support from the community.

The missouri southern foundation is a not-for-profit corporation, receiving and administering private and corporate contributions for the support of missouri southern state university. the foundation is governed by a board of directors which reviews all applications for grants and allocated funds in accordance with the wishes of donors and on the basis of priorities outlined by the president of the college, the foundation director, and the board of directors.

To promote the humane care and protection of all animals, especially those abandoned, neglected and abused; and to prevent cruelty and suffering of all animals.

Freeman health system provides world-class, compassionate healthcare services where it matters most, close to home. see schedule o for additional information.

Thomas jefferson independent day school is a private, independent school providing education for preschool, elementary and secondary students.

A christian school which provides education for preschool, elementary and secondary students.

Ozark center provides behavioral health services that span a full continuum of care including psychiatric, substance abuse and autism spectrum disorders. see schedule o.

Spiva center for the arts celebrates the creative experience by providing cultural, educational, and artistic exhibits and programs to increase the public's awareness and appreciation of art.

Under the guidance of christian principles, the joplin family y seeks to serve the community by providing an environment and activities that enable all people to achieve their full potential through the development of spirit, body and mind.