Community Centers
Explore community organizations that provide support, advocacy, resources, and opportunities for individuals and families throughout Columbia and the surrounding area.
Basic Needs Support
Voluntary Action Center
Responding to the immediate basic needs of individuals and families within our community.
**Must be a Boone County resident to qualify for assistance
Address: 403A Vandiver Dr., Columbia, MO 65201
Phone: 573-874-2273
Email: vac@vacmo.org
Office Hours: M, W, TH, F: 9-12pm; 1-4pm
Love Columbia
Love Columbia’s mission is to see individual lives and the community transformed through neighbors helping neighbors. They believe this is best done through a wholistic approach where they serve the whole person and engage the whole community.
Phone: 573-256-7662
Phone Hours: M: 8:30-9:30am; W: 3:30-4:30pm
Address: 1209 E. Walnut St. Columbia, MO 65201
Office Hours: M: 9:30am-4:30pm; Tues-Fri: 8:30-4:30pm
Services Provided: Housing, Employment, Financial Planning, Personal Development, Homebuyer Workshop
**Must show proof of Columbia residency
Safety & Advocacy Support
True North of Columbia
The goal of True North is to provide all victims with safe housing, advocacy, and support.
24/7 Crisis Line: 1-800-548-2480
Crisis Line: 573-875-1370
Admin Phone: 573-875-0503
Email: info@trunorthofcolumbia.org
Address: 1901 Pennsylvania Dr Suite A, Columbia, MO 65202
Hours: 24/7
Services Provided: Emergency Shelter, Domestic Violence Enforcement Unit, Hospital Advocacy, Counseling & Support Groups
Powerhouse Community Development
Powerhouse Community Development is dedicated to transforming lives through innovative community development programs. Our vision emphasizes the global implementation of initiatives that empower individuals to achieve self-sufficiency and live enriched, rewarding lives.
Address: 601 Business Loop 70W, Ste.204
Columbia, MO
Phone: 573-723-6030
Email: info@pwrhousecdc.org
Services Provided: Recovery Support Services, Fatherhood Program, GED Program, First Offenders Program
Identity & Culture-Based Support
The Center Project
The Center Project provides community resources, like a curated library, a gender affirming healthcare provider list, a closet with free clothing for LGBTQIA+ respective persons in need, and supportive programming and activities for LGBTQIA+ youth, parents, and transgender and non-binary adults.
Phone: 573-449-1188
Email: info@thecenterproject.org
Address: 805 Fairview Ave. Columbia, MO 65201
Programs: Gender Blender, Rainbow Readers, EmergencyFund, The Clothing Closet
Centro Latino de Salud
The mission of Centro Latino is to empower Latinos, Latino families and the general public through provision of services and guidance in navigating the health, education and cultural resources of mid-Missouri.
Address: 609 North Garth Avenue, Columbia, MO 65203
Phone: 573-449-9442
Email: latino.centro@gmail.com
Services Provided: English as a Second Language Classes, Legal Services, Health Services, Spanish Classes