Columbia Housing Authority
Content updated July 15, 2024
CHA provides housing assistance to over 1,900 families in Columbia and Boone County. Families pay 30% of their adjusted household income for rent. Multiple apartment complexes are listed.
201 Switzler Street
Columbia, MO
573-443-2556
Capital City Diaper Bank
The Capital City Diaper Bank provides diapers to other organizations rather than providing them directly to families. Our list of partners can be found on our website at https://capitalcitydiaperbank.org/our-partners/.
PO Box 1921
Jefferson City, MO 65102
Email: info@capitalcitydiaperbank.org
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Share the Love
Content updated Aug. 20, 2024
Through this program, low-income families who receive assistance from programs like WIC and TANF may be able to receive a set of cloth diapers — for free. All diapers distributed through this program are loaned to qualified families for an extended amount of time. Share the Love is a nonprofit program that distributes cloth diapers to low-income families in need. Families can keep cloth diapers from birth of child until the child is three years or
potty trained.
Apply online here.
First Chance for Children
Families with children ages 0-5
Content updated Sept. 10, 2024
First Chance for Children provides early childhood programs and family resources that support safe and healthy outcomes for children and families across Missouri.
1002 Fay Street
Columbia, MO 65201
573-777-1815
My Life Clinic
Women and families
Content updated Aug. 2, 2024
My Life Clinic is a nonprofit pregnancy resource center that offers free services and support to women and families facing unexpected pregnancies. We provide pregnancy testing, limited ultrasounds, and STI testing adminstered by licensed medical professionals all at no cost to our clients. Our support team also provides options counseling, parenting classes and support groups, free baby supplies and equipment, diapers, and resource referrals.
802 N Providence, Suite 2
Columbia, MO 65201
573-874-3561a
Email: info@mylifeclinic.org
Hours: Monday-Thursday, 10-5
Family Support Division (FSD)
Content updated Oct 3, 2023
The Family Support Division is a state-administered agency responsible by law for administration of the programs and services. The Family Support Division (FSD) can help you or your family with food stamps, health care, child care, child support, and other needs. Online applications available on their website.
601 Business Loop 70 W, Ste 272
Columbia, MO 65203
1-855-373-4636
Voluntary Action Center (VAC)
Content updated July 9, 2024
Voluntary Action Center is a local non profit responding to the basic needs of the individuals within our community. VAC services and eligibility flyer
- Household: Must be a Boone County Resident.
- Income: Gross monthly income for everyone living at the Address must be at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines. Information includes: employment income, unemployment, SNAP/food stamp benefits, TANF, child support, VA benefits, Social Security income.
- Demographic Information: Information about everyone in the household. Examples may include: Social Security number, birthdate, health insurance provider, contact information.
Services provided 9 am - 12 pm and 1 pm - 4 pm.
Walk-ins: M-T-Th-F.
Scheduled appointments - Wednesday. Call 573-874-2273 to schedule an appointment.
VAC encourages clients to call or visit our website for more information on receiving services during walk-in lobby hours and appointment days.
403 A Vandiver
Columbia, Mo 65202
573-874-2273