Rainbow House – Children’s Emergency Shelter
Updated on: August 18, 2023
Children Only
The Rainbow House Children’s Emergency Shelter temporarily houses children who are in foster care or homeless; and assists parents who request placement for their children during a family crisis.
1611 Towne Dr. Columbia, MO 65202 573-474-6600
Salvation Army-Baby Pantry
Content updated May 20, 2024
The Salvation Army Baby Pantry provides supplies for children from birth to age three. It is open on the fourth Thursday of each month, from 1:30 to 3:30 PM. Specific supplies will be limited to what has been donated and will include such things as diapers (for sizes preemies to five), wipes, diaper cream, formula, baby bottles, nursing essentials, bathing needs, clothing, shoes, pull ups, toys, and books. Clients must provide parent photo ID and baby’s Social Security card.
1108 W. Ash St.
Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 442-3229
Burrell Behavioral Health-IMPART PROGRAM
With a coordianted speciality care team addressing behavioral health and substance use disorders, Burrell can help pregnant and new mothers receive the care they need to reduce or prevent Children’s Division involvement and their childrent’s stay in foster care. Through the Infant, Mother, & Prenatal Assessmet Recovery Team (IMPART).
3401 Berrywood Dr, Suite 204 Columbia, MO 65201
Brighter Beginnings
Content updated Aug. 21, 2024
Connecting parents and families to support healthy pregnancies, healthy births, and bright beginnings in life for all Boone County kids. Once a consumer is matched with one of Brighter Beginnings partnering agencies for individualized home visiting and or parenting educations programs, the partnering agency will work with the consumer to secure a meeting date an time that fits the consumer's schedule.
*Connection to individualized pregnancy support and or parenting education
*Services are free, voluntary, and confidential
*We come to you!!
Services provided in the consumer's home or
Services provided in the community or where consumer is comfortable
*Services available (not an exhaustive list): prenatal support/services, child development screenings/education, parenting education, hearing and vision screenings, assessments, and concrete supports (such as diapers, wipes, Pack'n Play, car seats and more)
Hours: M-F, 8am-5pm
1005 W. Worley St.
Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 874-6219
Email: Kelly.Scheuerman@CoMO.gov
Books for Siblings
Content updated Aug. 20, 2024
Welcoming a new addition to the family? This list provides titles of children's books about new siblings. Some are funny, some are matter-of-fact, and all come recommended by Daniel Boone Regional Library staff.
Baby Monitor Apps
Content updated Aug. 20, 2024
A short list of apps for Android and IPhones. If you search “Baby Monitor” in Google Play or the App Store, you will be able to find additional options.
Bethany
Content updated Aug. 20, 2024
Bethany is a global nonprofit that supports children and families with world-class social services, all designed to help families thrive. When children are in need of a family, we respond. In the U.S., we protect vulnerable children through essential services, including pregnancy counseling, foster care, emergency care, and adoption
By Appointment Only
Columbia, MO
573-217-0377
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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
WIC
Updated on: August 12, 2024
The Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) division provides income-based nutrition services to pregnant women, new mothers, babies, and children up to their 5th birthday. The WIC staff helps families eat well and stay healthy with the following services:
Breastfeeding support
Health screenings
Nutrition education and counseling
Referrals to health care
Risk assessments
Vouchers for healthy foods
1005 W Worley
Columbia, MO 65203
573-874-7355
Love Columbia
Love Columbia provides a range of services to anyone in Columbia who is struggling to provide for their basic needs or improve their life and wants help to create a path forward.
1209 E Walnut St. Columbia MO 65201 573-256-7662
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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
Once Upon a Child
Updated on: July 12, 2023
Buys and sells gently used children's clothing, footwear, gear, furniture, games and toys.
205 E. Nifong Blvd
Columbia, MO 65203
573-445-1151
Lutheran Family and Children's Services (LFCS)
Children, families and maternal mental health
Content updated Aug. 14, 2024
Counseling services
Pregnancy and parenting support services
Free pregnancy testing
Adoption- we serve adoptive families and provide birth parent services for those considering adoption
Monday-Thursday, 8am-5pmFriday-8am-12pm
916 Bernadette Drive
Columbia, MO 65203
(866) 326-5327
Email: help@lfcs.org
Saint Raymond's Society
Pregnant Women & New Mothers
Content updated Aug. 26, 2024
St. Raymond's house partners with expecting mothers and new mothers with up to three children under the age of five.
Monday-Thursday 8:00am-4:00pm
Friday 8:00am-12:00pm
Saturday - Closed
Sunday - Closed3501 Lansing Ave
Columbia, MO 65201
573-777-1498
Faith Maternity Care
Content updated July 10, 2024
Faith Maternity Care serves, assists, and equips expecting mothers who are considering parenting their babies or making an adoption plan for them.
1900 Lake Dr.
Fulton, MO 65251
573-642-7414
Email: director@faithmaternity.com
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