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. 29, 2025
We partner with educators and staff liaisons at schools in the United States to serve kids in need.
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
Email: almidmo@gmail.com
Plato's Closet
Content updated Sept. 29, 2025
We buy all seasons of apparel all year long and pay cash on the spot. Bring in your freshly laundered guys and girls' current teen and twenty-something styles (no matter the season) and anything we can take we will make a cash offer for!
While you wait for us to process your items, take a look around! We stock thousands of trendy items for guys and girls - but for 70% less than mall prices. Our inventory changes daily so stop in often for a fresh new find! We can't wait to see you!
Store Hours:
Sunday: 11 - 6pm
Monday-Saturday: 10am - 8pm
2609 E Broadway
Columbia, MO 65201
573-817-8100
The Wardrobe
Low income families and individuals
Content updated Oct. 1. 2025
We offer free clothing to people who have been referred to us from local agencies. For families with children in Boone County Public Schools, we have a shoe coupon program. They can purchase a coupon for $5.00 and then take that coupon to Shoe Carnival to get a pair of shoes for up to $50.00 value. Clients can purchase a shoe coupon every 6 months per child.
On Public Shopping days, clothing is available at a very affordable cost for those that don't meet the low income requirements.
Open to the general public: Wednesday 11am-2pm, Friday 1am-4pm, and Saturday 9am-12 noon.
Referral Customers have exclusive access on Tuesdays, 11am - 2:30pm
Contact Love Columbia or VAC to obtain a voucher.
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
Upscale Resale
Content updated Sept. 29, 2025
Upscale Resale 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 Upscale Resale.
1729 W Broadway Suite 342
Columbia, MO 65201
573-445-4803
The Love Seat Resale Store
Content updated Sept. 29, 2025
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 - Wednesday, 10am - 5pm
Thursday and Friday, 10am-7pm
Saturday, 9am-4pm
2600 Rangeline Street
Columbia, MO 65202
573-447-7328
Email: warehouse@lovecolumbia.org
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Estate Sales
Content updated May 19, 2025
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 May 19, 2025
Gently used clothing, furniture and household items. Open daily 10 AM - 6 PM.
1405 Grindstone Pkwy
Columbia, MO 65203
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
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