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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

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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

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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

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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.

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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

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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

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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

715 Park Ave
Columbia, MO 65201
573-442-3260

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