From the time of our nation’s beginnings, volunteers and volunteer organizations have been instrumental in relief and recovery operations for every imaginable need.
There are a myriad of ways to honor and cherish your commitment to your community, and Howell County, Missouri supports an integrated network of charitable organizations. Designed to support local relief and sometimes national need for volunteers, two such organizations are the American Red Cross, and the Samaritan Outreach Center, both located in West Plains.
With strong leadership, effective management skills, and unparalleled devotion to service by its members, the Greater Ozarks Chapter of the American Red Cross, located in West Plains, Missouri, has evolved into a service organization which thrives on excellence.
Located at 218 West Main Street in West Plains, this chapter offers health and safety classes open to the community, such as CPR, babysitter training, and much more. In addition to participating in community activities, Volunteers help out with disasters relief services, both local and national, and provide emergency communications for armed forces personnel and their families.
The West Plains office also hosts a dinner and general meeting once each month. To find out more about volunteer and other opportunities, or to attend a meeting, contact the West Plains office at (417) 257-0018, or send an email to [email protected].
If you wish to contribute directly, the Samaritan Outreach Center, located at 126 N College, is only one of several fine charities in the West Plains Area. The SOC works closely with those who may be become, or already are, homeless, by providing housing assistance, shelter, food and other services as needed This organization accepts donations of household goods, nonperishable foods, and cash assistance. To learn more about Samaritan Outreach programs, contact them by phone at (417) 257-7792, or just drop in and visit the center during normal business hours.
To find out more about volunteering and charitable giving in your community and nationwide, visit VolunteerMatch to find out how you can help improve your community, and the nation!