News & Updates

Care to Learn Names Jared Alexander as Vice President of Development

July 7

Please join us in welcoming Jared Alexander as Vice President of Development! We're proud to share that he's on the Green Team as of this July.

Care to Learn receives $100,000 from Musgrave Foundation for Capital Campaign

June 24

On June 16, Community Foundation of the Ozarks presented Care to Learn with a $100,000 Musgrave Foundation Special Projects FY26 grant for Caring Starts Here: Care to Learn Capital Campaign.

Construction & Demolition is Starting!

June 23

See the latest on our Caring Starts Here Capital Campaign and building progress.

$3.1 million spent on meeting students' needs in Missouri in 2025-26

June 11

Because of your generosity, we've had one of our most impactful years yet!

Care to Learn Names Andrea Harp Vice President of Marketing

June 10

Care to Learn promotes Andrea Harp to Vice President of Marketing and Communications.

Fordland Chapter

A Cap and Gown, And So Much More

May 7

With the help of Care to Learn, Becky was able to provide Lucas with a cap and gown, nice clothes to wear at the commencement ceremony, and a brand new outfit for Project Graduation.

Care to Share: Lacie Clark, CTL Board President and champion for kids

April 21

Lacie Clark cares deeply not just about meeting kids’ needs, but ensuring every child dreams of what’s possible with a deep sense of dignity.

Care to Learn and Silver Dollar City Foundation announce partnership

April 9

The partnership is called "Together for Kids," and will expand access to health, hunger, and hygiene resources for more than 12,000 students in Stone and Taney counties. 

Care to Learn Founder Doug Pitt Named 2026 Springfieldian

February 2

Care to Learn Founder Doug Pitt was honored with the 2026 Springfieldian Award at the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting.