Mission Moment: Brooke Gives Back
December 9 | Andrea Harp
This winter, we are grateful for Brooke. She is a long-time Care to Learn supporter who donates brand new winter coats (70+ of them, in fact) to students who need them most.
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Care to Learn Names Vice President of Chapter Services
January 13
Long-time Care to Learn employee, Melissa Rea, was promoted to Vice President of Chapter Services this January.
5 Ways to Help Students Thrive This Year
January 6
Whether it’s with a group, business, or on your own, there are so many ways to get involved and support the local students this year! Find out more.
Three Moments that Made Us Tear Up
November 19
A look at the small acts of kindness that change everything for students, reminding them that they are supported, seen, and able to feel a true sense of belonging at school.
10 Highlights from School Soirée: Thursday Night Lights 2025
October 24
School Soirée: Thursday Night Lights was a record-breaking night! In fact, we’re still replaying the highlights. Here are our top 10 favorite moments from the night:
You Made it Happen: 5,000 Hygiene Kits
July 28
We did it! Thanks to the time, energy, and care of hundreds of volunteers this summer, we were able to hand out 5,000 hygiene kits to Springfield Public Schools (SPS) students at the Back to School Bash!
Volunteer Spotlight: Lesa Wood
May 2
Lesa has been volunteering with Care to Learn for almost three years, but her heart for helping kids started long ago.
Warm Hearts on a Rainy Day
April 1
Emma was using a hot glue gun to keep her shoes together until Care to Learn stepped in to help fill the gap. Now, she's ready to take on spring, no matter the forecast.
Helping Hands Partner Spotlight: Mercy Springfield
March 5
Game Changers. Life Savers. Helping Hands Partners. Our friends at Mercy Springfield know how to make an impact and have fun while doing it. Take a look at how they are helping us continue to meet even more health, hunger, and hygiene needs.
How Sam Got His Smile Back
February 1
“I never thought that I would be able to smile again without hiding my teeth.” Meet Sam*. He's a high school student with a big heart. Find out how Care to Learn stepped in to help him and his sibling in a big way.
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Everyone has the power to be a Helping Hand. When you lend a hand, you are helping students all across Missouri access the critical health, hunger, and hygiene resources they need to succeed in school.