Dream Factory of Central Missouri
Content updated Jan. 8, 2024
The Dream Factory is the largest volunteer-driven wish-granting organization that grants dreams to children 3 through 18 who are either critically or chronically ill. The child must be 3 to 18 years old, The critical or chronic illness must be documented and affirmed by a treating physician, The child must be able to communicate his or her dream to a volunteer screening representative of The Dream Factory, The child must NOT have received a wish/dream from any other wish-granting organization.
P.O. Box 139
Columbia, MO 65205
(573) 489-8710
Email: centralmissouri@dreamfactoryinc.org
Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs Program (CYSHCN)
Content updated Dec. 3, 2025
CYSHCN is a program within MO Department of Health and Senior Services. The program provides assistance statewide for children and youth with special health care needs from birth to age 21. The program focuses on early identification and service coordination for children and youth who meet medical eligibility guidelines. As payer of last resort, the program provides limited funding for medically necessary diagnostic and treatment services for children whose families also meet financial eligibility guidelines.
P.O. Box 570
Jefferson City, MO 65102-0570
573-751-6246800-451-0669
Email: shcn@health.mo.gov
Camp Hickory Hill (Central Missouri Diabetic Children's Camp, Inc.)
Persons with diabetes
Content updated Dec. 4, 2025
Camp Hickory Hill sustains a community, culture and medically-sound program of support for persons with diabetes, especially children, using our camp environment to foster education, self-reliance, confidence, an active lifestyle and skill in the successful management of diabetes.
Hours are seasonal
5990 W Hatton Chapel Rd
Columbia, MO 65202
573-445-9146
Email: info@camphickoryhill.com
Boone Medical Group Convenient Care
Content updated Sept 23, 2024
Convenient Care Locations
900 W Nifong Blvd, Suite 100
Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 815-6631
Office hours: Monday - Friday, 7 a.m.- 7 p.m.
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601 Business Loop 70 W, Suite 275
Columbia, MO 65201
(573) 874-0008
Office hours: Monday - Friday, 7 a.m.- 7 p.m.; Saturday - Sunday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Shoes That Fit
Content updated Sept. 10, 2026
Shoes That Fit tackles one of the most visible signs of poverty in America by giving children in need new athletic shoes to attend elementary school with dignity and joy, prepared to learn, play, and thrive. We partner with educators and staff liaisons at schools in the United States to serve kids in need. Shoes That Fit does not provide shoes directly to individuals or families. Contact your school's principal to apply for the program. If Shoes That Fit isn't available at your school, the nurse or health clerk may have other services and resources available.
1420 N Claremont Blvd Suite 204-A
Claremont, CA 91711
909-482-0050
Standing with You - Pregnant & Parenting Search Resource
Content added Jan. 23, 2026
Are you pregnant or parenting? No Woman Stands Alone. We stand with you. We are here to help you find the answers you need to become a successful parent.
Unplanned pregnancy? STD/STI Testing? Get the help you need right now. Chat with our team to learn about your options.
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Operation School Bell
Children in Columbia Public Schools in need of clothing
Content updated Dec. 4, 2025
School personnel identify children eligible for the program in August and September. Parents who think their children may be eligible to receive clothing should contact their child's guidance counselor or classroom teacher. Operation School Bell clothing distribution occurs in October.
1729 W Broadway, Suite 1A
Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 445-3848
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Plato's Closet
Content updated Sept. 19, 2026
At Plato’s Closet, we buy and sell gently used, on-trend clothing, shoes, and accessories for teens and young adults. We’re always looking for current styles and popular brands, and we buy all seasons year-round. Bring in your freshly laundered items, and we’ll review them while you shop our store—and anything we can take, we’ll make you a cash offer on the spot! While you wait, browse thousands of affordable styles for guys and girls, often up to 70% less than mall prices. With our inventory changing every day, there’s always something new to discover. Stop by, clean out your closet, get paid, and find your next favorite look!
Store Hours: Sunday: 11 - 6pm; Monday-Saturday: 10am - 8pm
2609 E Broadway, Ste. 109
Columbia, MO 65201
573-817-8100
The Wardrobe
Low-income families and individuals
Content updated Sept. 28, 2026
On Tuesday we provide free clothing, shoes, accessories and household items to clients who have been referred by local agencies.
We also have shoe coupons for children ages 3-18.
Hours:
Tuesday - Referrals only - 11:00-2:30
Wednesday - 11:00-2:00
Friday - 1:00-4:00
Saturday - 9:00-12:00
715 Park Ave
Columbia, MO 65201
573-442-3260
Affinity Office Furniture, LLC
Content updated June 18, 2025
New and pre-owned office furniture. Office design & space planning. Clients include commercial offices, churches, schools, healthcare facilities, and community organizations.
Showroom and warehouse are open to the public from 8:00 am until 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
1800 Burlington St
Columbia, MO 65202
573-442-9433
Email: don@affinityofficefurniture.com
Up to Good (formerly) Upscale Resale
Content updated June 22, 2026
Up to Good features clothing, housewares, furniture, accessories, and more.
Hours of Operation for Shopping:
Wednesday-Friday, 10am – 4pm
Saturday 10am – 1pm
Hours of Operation for Donations:
Wednesday-Saturday, 10am – 1pm. Donations are received at the west door behind Up to Good.
1729 W Broadway Suite 342
Columbia, MO 65201
573-445-4803
The Love Seat Resale Store and Furniture Bank
Content updated Sept. 14, 2026
The Love Seat is Love Columbia’s distribution point for basic essentials needed by our neighbors, and a place for anyone to shop to promote a better Columbia.
Monday: 12pm - 5pm
Tuesday - Saturday, 9am - 5pm
2600 Rangeline Street
Columbia, MO 65202
573-447-7328
Email: warehouse@lovecolumbia.org
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Estate Sales
Content updated Aug. 10, 2026
Use the website to find the location and times of sales near you.
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University Surplus Property Warehouse
Responsible for selling used equipment and property that the University of Missouri no longer uses.
Occupancy will be limited to 15 people at a time, and a time limit may be set, at maximum occupancy, to allow all customers an opportunity to make purchases.
Wednesday and Friday 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Auctions will be discontinued until further notice.
1507 Capen Park Rd.
Columbia, MO 6520
573-882-5053
Midway Antique Mall
Over 500 Booths and Displays.
Monday - Saturday 9am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm
6401 US HWY 40 W (Located at the top of the hill behind the Midway Travel Center)
573-445-0042
Facebook Marketplace
Content updated April 3, 2026
Marketplace allows Facebook users, 18 years old and up, to post pictures of their garage sale items and collectibles and browse items offered by nearby sellers as well. The sellers set the price, but would-be buyers are welcome to counter with another offer.
Once Upon a Child
Content updated Sept. 29, 2025
Once Upon A Child buys and sells gently used kids' clothes, shoes, toys, and baby gear. Bring in your items and get cash on the spot, or shop around for your favorite brands at affordable prices. We buy all seasons, all day, every day and no appointment is ever necessary. Each location is individually owned and operated, so it's easy to support local businesses while shopping sustainably and affordably.
Monday - Saturday 9am - 9pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm
205 E. Nifong Blvd
Columbia, MO 65203
573-445-1151
Goodwill
Content updated Aug. 10, 2026
Gently used clothing, furniture and household items.
Hours: M-Sat, 8am-9pm; Sunday 10am-6pm
1405 Grindstone Pkwy
Columbia, MO
573-442-4050
Disabled Athlete Sports Association-DASA
Updated on: September 8, 2023
Welcome to the Disabled Athletes Sports Association, where everyone who lives with a physical disability is given the opportunity to participate in adaptive sports, recreational programs, and fitness activities designed to improve self-esteem, strength, independence, and well-being while instilling family values.
At DASA, all children, adults, and military veterans with disabilities are encouraged to seek their highest level of independence for daily functioning and productivity and become involved to the fullest extent with their non-disabled peers and their community as a whole.
We support athletes with: Cerebral Palsy, Spinal Cord Injury, Spina Bifida, Muscular Dystrophy, Amputation, Deaf or Hard of Hearing, Visual Impairment
1236 Jungermann Rd; Ste A St Peters, MO 63376 636-477-0716
dasasports.org
Special Olympics
Content updated Jan. 10, 2024
Special Olympics Missouri offers 13 sports for individuals with intellectual disabilities to practice and compete in, each of which are grouped in competition divisions according to ability level, age and gender. We offer a Young Athletes program for children ages 2 to 7 years old. You must be 8 years old to officially compete as a Special Olympics Missouri athlete. To sign up, please visit our website, somo.org/compete. If you have questions, please reach out to our Central Area Program Director Tim Schuster at schuster@somo.org or our Sr. Director of Programs Luke Lamb at lamb@somo.org.
305 Special Olympics Drive
Jefferson City, MO 65101
573-635-1660