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Boone County Community Bail Fund

We serve people incarcerated in the Boone County Jail, who are Boone County residents, and who cannot afford to pay bail of $3000 or less or to hire a for-profit bail bond agent.

Content updated Feb. 27, 2026

We are all volunteers and operate with very low administrative costs. We support ourselves with community donations and bail refunds from the court. Volunteers answer the phones, drive to the jail to bail people out, remind people of their court dates, offer rides to court, raise funds, and engage in community education to inform people about the bail system.

To get in touch with BCCBF volunteers, email comobailfund@gmail.com.
If you need bail assistance, call (573) 723-1682.

Hours: M-F, 9-5:00. Voicemail checked regularly.
PO Box 7232
Columbia MO 65205

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Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys (MATA) - Disaster Legal Services

Content updated Sept. 11, 2024

Depending on the need following a flood or a tornado, teams on the ground can help provide legal resources. They also provide assistance via a volunteer phone bank. MATA members help in navigating landlord-tenant laws, insurance issues, FEMA, and other legal issues or questions.

240 East High Street, Ste 300
Jefferson City, MO 65102
573-635-5215
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Missouri Protection and Advocacy Services

Content updated Sept 21, 2026

Missouri Protection and Advocacy Services protects the rights of people with disabilities by providing advocacy and legal services. We help with a variety of disability-related issues. This can include allegations of abuse, denial of disability benefits, removing guardianship, and more. These issues are explained in more detail below. Learn more about how we can help with these issues. Individuals can also complete an application for services by visiting our website:  Missouri Protection and Advocacy Services   and click on "request help".  

925 S. Country Club Drive, Suite B
Jefferson City, MO 65109-4510
800-392-8667
Relay Missouri (TDD):  1-800-735-2966
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Volunteer Income Tax Assistance

Listed are several organizations hosting volunteer income tax assistance. Additionally, there is a list of documents to bring to the tax preparation.

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Steps to Build Credit

Content updated Aug. 24, 2026

Several suggestions for building credit and for improving one’s credit score.

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Apps for Budgeting

Content updated Aug. 18, 2026

Click for a list of applications to help you keep track of your income and expenses.

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Better Money Habits

Content updated Aug. 18, 2026

Bank of America gives instruction in credit, debt, saving, budgeting, homeownership, auto, retirement, college and more.

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ProsperU at Central Bank of Boone County

Open to everyone in the community.  Account with Central Bank not required.

Content updated Aug. 26, 2026

ProsperU helps individuals and businesses learn more about how to build a successful financial life.
Services include:
Classes in the ProsperU Classroom at 700 East Broadway, Columbia, MO 65201. By appointment only. Class schedule can be found online. Online classes through Zoom. One-on-one financial counseling.
On-site classes for businesses and organizations.

Classes change every month and registration is easy. You can view our monthly calendar and then simply choose your class from the schedule to begin your journey to financial well-being.

573-817-8900
Email: prosperu@centralbank.net

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First Chance for Children

Families with children ages 0-5

Content updated Nov. 17, 2025

First Chance for Children provides early childhood programs and family resources that support safe and healthy outcomes for children and families across Missouri.
Services:
First Chance for Children offers comprehensive early childhood services designed to support families from pregnancy through age five. Our programs include Baby U, a home visitation initiative that combines the evidence-based Parents as Teachers® and Nurturing Parenting® models to guide parents in fostering their child’s growth and development. The Baby Bags Diaper Bank provides diapers, wipes, and period products to families across central Missouri, reducing financial stress and improving family health and hygiene. Through our Lend and Learn Toy Libraries, families can engage in free, developmentally appropriate play, borrow educational toys, and connect with other caregivers to reduce social isolation. The Safe Cribs Program ensures that every infant has a safe sleep environment and that caregivers are equipped with the knowledge to reduce the risk of sleep-related infant deaths. Each program is designed to meet families where they are, whether at home, in the community, or through trusted partner agencies to ensure equitable access to critical early childhood supports.

Hours: 9 am to 3:30 pm Monday through Friday and other hours as scheduled
1002 Fay St
Columbia, MO 65201
573-777-1815
Email: glitteken@fc4c.org

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Home Visiting- Healthy Families America

Content updated Nov. 21, 2025

Want to be the best parent you can be? Would you like to get off to a great start with your child? A home visitor can help and is available both before your child is born and afterwards. Click on the link below for more info.

Healthy Families may provide car seats, portable cribs, diapers/wipes, books, or other health, safety, and developmental items to our participants.

Your home visitor will be there to listen, help you find answers to your questions, and to support you in being the kind of parent you want to be! For more information, please call 573.817.6430.

1005 W Worley St
Columbia, MO 65203-2037
573-817-6430
Email: sandra.miller@como.gov

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United Community Schoolhouse

All families

Content updated Sept. 4, 2025

We are a non-profit organization with an Early childhood educational program. We service families ages 2 yrs potty trained to 12 years of age. We have an all-day program and an after school program.

M-F, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
613 N. Providence Road
Columbia, MO 65203
(573) 447-7351
Email: ucschoolhouse@ucbuilders.org

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WIC

Content updated Aug. 31, 2026

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.

  • Breastfeeding support

  • Nutrition education and counseling

  • Vouchers for healthy foods

  • Health screenings

  • Risk assessments

  • Referrals to health care

  • This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Families that qualify for supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP) or temporary assistance for needy families (TANF) automatically qualify.

To see if you pre-qualify for WIC services, call us at 573.874.7384 (opens phone dialer). WIC appointments can be made over the phone or in person at the WIC office, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

1005 W Worley
Columbia, MO 65203
573-874-7355

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La Leche League

Content updated Aug 23, 2023

Breastfeeding information and mother-to-mother breastfeeding support. Phone help and informational meetings are free and available to all. They currently host an online meeting the third Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm. If you have any pressing questions, call/text their hotline number 573-340-6555.

2615 Shepard Blvd
Columbia, MO 65201
573-340-6555

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