Youth Development Nonprofits in Missouri

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AFA'S MISSION IS TO BUILD BRIDGES FOR YOUNG LEADERS TO FOSTER ENGAGEMNET AND INNOVATION IN FOOD AND AGRICULTURE.

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The goal of this organization is to provide a variety of recreational and social activities for young people with the objective of strengthening their religious values and meeting their spiritual needs as well as supporting their growth and development as individuals.

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TO PROVIDE SCHOLARSHIPS AND OTHER LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUTH INVOLVED IN DEMOLAY.

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PREPARE YOUNG PEOPLE IN NORTHWEST MISSOURI AND NORTHEAST KANSAS TO LEAD EFFECTIVELY AND MAKE ETHICAL CHOICES OVER THEIR LIFETIMES BY INSTILLING IN THEM THE VALUES OF THE SCOUT OATH AND LAW.

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TO FACILITATE THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE WHOLE CHILD IN PURSUIT OF MEETING KEY DEVELOPMENTAL AND ACADEMIC BENCHMARKS OF 3RD, 5TH AND 8TH GRADES; ENSURES MEMBERS ARE READY FOR COLLEGE AND CAREER. GSGBC UNDERSTANDS THAT THROUGH EDUCATION ITS MEMBERS CAN BREAK THE CYCLE OF POVERTY AND IMPROVE THEIR QUALITY OF LIFE AND THAT OF OUR COMMUNITY.

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The goal of this organization is to provide a variety of recreational and social activities for young people with the objective of strengthening their religious values and meeting their spiritual needs as well as supporting their growth and development as individuals.

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EMPOWERS PROMISING STUDENTS FROM ECONOMICALLY DISADVANTAGED BACKGROUNDS TO ACHIEVE BACHELOR'S DEGREES AND SUCCESSFUL CAREERS.

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GIRL SCOUTS IS THE PREMIER LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM FOR ALL GIRLS AGES 5 - 17. OUR MISSION IS TO BUILD GIRLS OF COURAGE, CONFIDENCE, AND CHARACTER, WHO MAKE THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE. WE CHAMPION GIRL AMBITION BY HELPING GIRLS DISCOVER WHO THEY ARE AND WHAT IS IMPORTANT TO THEM AND PROVIDING EXCITING, FUN EXPERIENCES FOR THEM TO LEARN AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THEIR COMMUNITIES AND THE WORLD.

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SERVING THE COMMUNITY BY PROVIDING A SAFE PLACE FOR JEFFERSON CITY AREA YOUTH WITH CARING ADULT MENTORS AND ENRICHING PROGRAMS LIKE THE AFTER SCHOOL AND SUMMER PROGRAMS, WITH SPECIAL EMPHASIS ON AT-RISK CHILDREN.

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THE LIGHT FOUNDATION MISSION IS TO BUILDCORE VALUES IN YOUTH AND CONNECT THEM TO OPPORTUNITIES THAT WILL ENRICH THEIR LIVES.

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BY PROVIDING HOPE AND POSITIVE VISION, OPTIMISTS BRING OUT THE BEST IN YOUTH, OUR COMMUNITIES AND OURSELVES.

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The goal of this organization is to provide a wide range of supervised activities and delinquency prevention services for children and youth of all ages and backgrounds, but particularly for disadvantaged youth, with the objective of building character and developing leadership and social skills among participants.

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THE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF SOUTHWEST MISSOURI SEEKS TO IDENTIFY AND ADDRESS GAPS IN SERVICES TO CHILDREN AND FAMILIES IN SOUTHWEST MISSOURI. PROGRAMMING INCLUDES CHILD AND TEEN SAFETY, SUBSTANCE

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LIFEWISE HELPS PEOPLE & FAMILIES ACHIEVE ECONOMIC WELL-BEING BY PROVIDING IMPACTFUL PROGRAMS.

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TO INSPIRE AND ENABLE ALL YOUNG PEOPLE, ESPECIALLY THOSE FROM DISADVANTAGED CIRCUMSTANCES, TO REALIZE THEIR FULL POTENTIAL AS PRODUCTIVE, RESPONSIBLE AND CARING CITIZENS. CLUB PROGRAMS AND SERVICES PROMOTE AND ENHANCE THE DEVELOPMENT OF BOYS AND GIRLS BY INSTILLING A SENSE OF COMPETENCE, USEFULNESS, BELONGING AND INFLUENCE. BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS ARE A SAFE PLACE TO LEARN AND GROW -- ALL WHILE HAVING FUN.

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The goal of this organization is to provide a variety of recreational and social activities for young people with the objective of strengthening their religious values and meeting their spiritual needs as well as supporting their growth and development as individuals.

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TO SERVE OTHERS BY HELPING TO INSTILL VALUES IN YOUNG PEOPLE, PREPARING THEM TO MAKE ETHICAL CHOICES OVER THEIR LIFETIMES, AND TO ACHIEVE THEIR FULL POTENTIAL.

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THE MISSION OF CHILDREN'S HAVEN IS TO PROVIDE TEMPORARY SHELTER TO CHILDREN IN A SAFE, SECURE ENVIRONMENT WHILE THEIR PARENTS RESOLVE A FAMILY CRISIS. EACH YEAR HUNDREDS OF CHILDREN AGES BIRTH THROUGH 17 YEARS RECEIVE THE NURTURING CARE OF OUR TRAINED PROFESSIONALS WHILE FAMILIES RETAIN CUSTODY AND DIGNITY WHILE BEING INDIVIDUALLY ASSISTED TO DIRECTLY ACCESS APPROPRIATE COMMUNITY RESOURCES TO HELP RESOLVE THE OFTEN MULTIFACETED CRISIS. A FAMILY CRISIS MAY INCLUDE BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO: HOMELESSNESS OR UNSAFE LIVING ACCOMMODATIONS, LACK OF UTILITIES OR FOOD, PARENTS OR SIBLING HOSPITALIZATION, FEAR OF ABUSING OR NEGLECTING CHILDREN AND PARENT SEEKING MENTAL HEALTH OR SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT. THROUGH THE SERVICES PROVIDED, THE ORGANIZATION WORKS TO PROTECT CHILDREN, PREVENT CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT, REDUCE FAMILY STRESS AND KEEP FAMILIES TOGETHER. CRISIS CARE IS AVAILABLE FOR UP TO 24 CHILDREN WITH FUTURE AND/OR EMERGENCY CAPACITY OF 42. CHILDREN'S HAVEN PROVIDES CARE 24 HOURS A DAY, 7

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The goal of this organization is to provide supervised recreational and social activities for children and youth of all ages and backgrounds, but particularly for disadvantaged youth, through youth-oriented clubs or centers with the objective of building character and developing leadership and social skills among participants.

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The goal of this organization is to help youngsters develop their potential and grow into healthy, educated, responsible and productive adults.