Granny’s House
Granny’s House offers a number of different programs for children of all ages including: a science club for kids in 5th grade and above, precious jewels for 1st through 4th-grade girls, princess academy for 5th, 6th, and 7th-grade girls who learn what it means to be daughters of the King, Sons of the King for boys who are 10 years and older, a homework motivation program, and a movie/book club.
110 E Worley
Columbia, MO 65203
573-442-5683
Email: pam@grannyshouse.org
Grade A Plus
Content updated Jan. 8, 2024
Grade A Plus provides one-to-one and small group academic support services for students in K-2nd grade, 3rd-8th grade and 9th-12th grade. GAP partners with community educators and the University of Missouri, to provide tutors, mentors, and enrichment leaders to work with youth. Both graduate and undergraduate students with concentrations in Education, Human Development, Math, and STEM related majors support the learning needs of students enrolled. Services are on-site and through Zoom.
Administrative Office Location
601 Bus. Loop, I-70 West, Suite 106
Columbia, MO 65203
573-213-6095
Email: gapinfo@gradeaplusinc.org
Fun City Youth Academy
Content updated Jan. 23, 2024
Fun City Youth Academy is a 501-c-3 nonprofit organization that provides year-round programming in a safe and stimulating environment to help youth reach their full potential. For over 50 years, Fun City has offered programs that combine academic work with activities that promote cultural awareness and build positive self-worth.
310 Tiger Ln, Suite 101
Columbia, MO 65203
573-256-1436
Email
The Compassionate Friends
Content updated May 1, 2024
The Compassionate Friends provides highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a son or a daughter, a brother or a sister, or a grandchild, and helps others better assist the grieving family.
Jan - Nov, every 4th Monday from 6 pm to 7:30 pm
First Baptist Church (Room 326)
301 E Capitol Ave
Jefferson City MO 65101
Contact person: Sam 573-881-0031
Mid-MO Chapter website
Columbia Youth Basketball Association
Content updated Dec. 12, 2025
CYBA provides a safe and fun environment for young people grades 1-12 to improve their basketball skills, while emphasizing sportsmanship, honesty and integrity.
CYBA Dean Berry College Scholarship - We will be accepting applications after the 2026 season (end of February). Please email registration@cybahoops.org for an application or for more information.
CYBA partners with the Day Dreams Foundation which will cover 100% of fees if accepted. Visit their website to apply: https://daydreamsfoundation.org/
PO Box 30725
Columbia, MO 65205
573-875-8124
Email: cybabasketball@gmail.com
Center Stage
Content updated Jan. 10, 2024
Center Stage is a non-profit organization that offers free dance classes to PreK-5th grade students. Ballet, Hip Hop, Jazz, and Poms are on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays respectively, with PreK-2nd grade classes held at 6pm and 3-5th grade classes at 7pm. The classes are taught by college students at Strickland Hall on the Mizzou campus. New classes start each semester, and a recital is held at the end of the semester to showcase the students' hard work. Costumes are provided free of charge by Center Stage. If interested, reach out to Center Stage via email or visit their facebook page.
2500 MU Student CenterEmail: mizzoucenterstage@gmail.com
Camp Ca-Pow
A free camp for middle school students that focuses on planning for the future. Camp CaPow (College Access; Planning Our Way) is a week-long experience during spring break that benefits middle-school youth. During the camp, participants explore post-high school opportunities. May be suspended due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. Call or email for more information or to register.
105 E Ash St
Columbia, MO 65203
Bright Futures
Provides musical instruments to children who wish to learn a musical instrument but are unable to cover costs associated with rental and maintenance. No Cost.
James Melton
573-214-3400, ext 25716
Email: jmelton@cpsk12.org
Boys and Girls Club
Content updated Nov. 10, 2025
The Boys & Girls Club of Columbia is a positive and safe afterschool program for children ages kindergarten through 12th grade. Our programs focus on helping kids and teens get ready for college and career, live healthy lives, and lead in their communities.
Afterschool programming is limited and takes place at our clubhouse facility (1200 N. 7th Street, Columbia, MO) from the time the school dismissal bell rings to 6:30 p.m.
Engaging summer programs are also offered from 7:45am-5:15pm.
1200 N 7th Street
Columbia, MO 65201
573-874-1697
Email: membership@bgc-columbia.org
The BOLD Academy
A week-long summer camp for young black & brown women ages 12-17 to learn new things and meet new people in an academy-type setting. Profiles speakers, provides enrichment opportunities, leadership training, education and positive identity development. The camp is completely free to participants.
Monday-Sunday: 8am - 6pm
1201 E. Broadway, Ste. D
Columbia, MO. 65202
Email: theboldacademycomo@gmail.com
Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Central Missouri
Youth between the ages of 5 and 18.
Content updated Dec. 18, 2025
We make meaningful, monitored matches between a child (Little) between the ages of 5 and 18, and an adult mentor (Big) aged 18 or above.
Hours; 9:30am-5pm, Monday-Thursday; also by appointment.
4250 E Broadway Blvd, Suite 1067
Columbia, MO 65201
573-874-3677
Email: ann@bigsofcentralmo.org
Baby Monitor Apps
Content updated Dec. 3, 2025
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 Dec. 22, 2025
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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City of Refuge
Content updated May 9, 2025
UPDATE: Starting in June 2025, City of Refuge will offer immigration legal services that include assistance with a variety of immigration needs. These services will be delivered with the compassion, dignity, and excellence that defines all of our work. If you or someone you know is in need of immigration legal assistance or would like to learn more, please reach out to Sandy Echols, our Accredited Representative. She can be contacted by email at immigration@cityofrefugecolumbia.org.
City of Refuge serves the refugee and immigrant families in our community with a variety of unique services that fall under three categories: Basic Need Programs, Counseling, Professional Development, and Education including a cross-cultural preschool for ages 3-5
10 N Garth Ave
Columbia, MO 65203
573-454-1552
Email
The Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR)
Content updated Jan. 9, 2026
ORR’s Refugee Resettlement Program helps refugees and other eligible individuals achieve economic self-sufficiency, well-being, and successful assimilation in the United States. With the support of its network, ORR coordinates the resettlement and placement of refugees across the United States. After arriving in their destination states, ORR provides initial benefits and services to assist newcomers, including time-limited cash and medical assistance. ORR also supports longer-term resettlement services available for up to five years, such as job readiness and employment services, case management, English language training, and specialized supports for children and youth. These services are administered through an extensive private-public recipient network, including states, resettlement agencies, and other community-based organizations.
MO State Refugee Coordinator: Paul Costigan 314.773.9090 x162
MO State Refugee Health Coordinator: Fatema Medhat 314.377.8799
MO State Website: International Institute of St. Louis-Missouri Office of Refugee Administration
USAHello
Content updated Nov. 7, 2024
USAHello is a free online center for information and education for refugees, asylum seekers, immigrants and welcoming communities. USAHello is a non-profit organization that uses technology to connect immigrant communities with the information and resources they need to thrive.
Citizenship Resource Center - U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)
Content updated Nov. 7, 2024
The Citizenship Resource Center has a collection of helpful resources and free study materials for a variety of users including:
Immigrants who are interested in becoming U.S. citizens.
Educators who play a critical role in preparing learners.
Organizations that are interested in supporting immigrants in becoming citizens and assisting them to integrate into American civic society.
Sagrada Scholarship Bible Camp (SSBC)
Content updated Jan. 3, 2024
2024 Camp Dates:
Boys 1 – June 10-14
Girls 1 – June 17-21
Boys 2 – June 24-28
Girls 2 – July 8-12
Boys 3 – July 15-19
Girls 3 – July 22-26
Senior Boys Fish Camp – July 29-31
Senior Girls Fish Camp – August 1-3
Since 1997, Sagrada Scholarship Bible Camp has focused on sharing the gospel with children whose parents are in prison or who are otherwise at-risk. We are a camp for children whose families can not otherwise afford it. We are also associated with Angel Tree Ministries and provide camp for children who have incarcerated parents.
28465 Hillside Road, Lincoln, MO 65338
660-668-3808
(660) 428-6232
Email: director@sagradabiblecamp.com
Camp David
Camp David offers summer camps that are uniquely designed to meet the needs of children (ages 8 – 16 years) of prisoners. Rolla MO.