Rapha House
Rapha House is a public benefit 501©3 nonprofit committed to ending the trafficking and sexual exploitation of children.
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Art Feeds Joplin
Guest contributor Brooke LeMasters, Director of Visual Content for Art Feeds, describes how her organization helps facilitate emotional expression in children through art and community.
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Heartland Opera Theatre
Heartland Opera Theatre features performers from all over the world, and also highlights the talent of local artists. After listening to the performers on Friday night, I admit I was amazed to hear such professional voices on the small stage at MSSU’s Corley Auditorium.
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The Alliance of Southwest Missouri
“The Alliance is helping make our community smarter, better, and safer – one person at a time. Thank you for showing us how important we all are… now that we have been educated, we can help educate others.” – Angel
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Boys and Girls Club of Southwest Missouri
Each day we open our doors to kids that would otherwise be home alone after school, providing them with trained homework tutors, a fully accessible computer lab, reading literacy room, recreation time, arts and crafts, sports and fitness.
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Connect2Culture
Connect2Culture (C2C) was founded with a mission to encourage growth and development of a vibrant cultural community in Joplin. They strive to enhance the arts, historic and natural preservation, education, and economic development. Guest contributor Emily Frankoski, Community Arts Coordinator for Connect2Culture, describes the mission of the organization and how you can get involved.
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Lafayette House
Lafayette House is a safe haven for women and children who have been victims of domestic violence, or who struggle with substance abuse. Find out how you can volunteer at Lafayette House.
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Miracle League of Joplin
The Miracle League of Joplin is a baseball league for children with disabilities, and runs for 6 weeks in the spring and 6 weeks in the fall. Find out how you can be a part of this organization.
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