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One Day. More Than 1,300 Volunteers. Countless Acts of Impact.
One Day. More Than 1,300 Volunteers. Countless Acts of Impact. During United Way of the Ozarks annual Day of Caring on June 18th, 2026, more than 1,300 volunteers stepped up to serve organizations and neighborhoods throughout Springfield. That remarkable turnout made this year’s event one of the largest volunteer efforts in the region, demonstrating what …
Building More than Homes – Hope Builders
What could $7 a month become? Purchase a premium coffee, special pastry or drive-thru treat. A quick impulse purchase you’ll barely remember tomorrow. OR Build Strength, Stability, and Self-reliance for Local Families This summer, we’re inviting our community to become Hope Builders – people who choose one small sacrifice each month to create something much …
Russell Cellular Invests in Local Neighborhood Revitalization
Russell Cellular Volunteers Support Habitat Springfield Investing in Neighbors Through Service Habitat for Humanity Springfield’s recent Rock the Block neighborhood revitalization event brought volunteers, neighbors, and community partners together for a day focused on restoring homes, improving outdoor spaces, and strengthening neighborhoods across Springfield. Throughout the day, volunteers from RC Cares and Russell Cellular cleared …
More Than Tools: Lowe’s Invests in Woodland Heights – Rock the Block
Bucket of Tools: Lowe’s Invests in Woodland Heights – Rock the Block Neighborhood revitalization efforts begin with people who care enough to invest in their community. That spirit of partnership is exactly what Lowe’s is bringing to Habitat for Humanity of Springfield, Missouri’s Rock the Block initiative in Woodland Heights. As Habitat Springfield continues serving …
More Than Trash Removal: Dumpster 417 Helping Families Move Forward
More Than Trash Removal: Dumpster 417 Helping Families Move Forward Every community cleanup project starts with a simple goal – helping neighbors take back pride in their homes and neighborhoods. That mission is at the heart of Habitat for Humanity of Springfield, Missouri’s Rock the Block initiative. Several times each year, Habitat Springfield partners with …
Top 10 Most-Needed Material & Services We Need From You
Top 10 Most-Needed In-Kind Donations That Help Habitat Build Homes In-kind gifts reduce construction costs dollar-for-dollar – just like cash – but they also turn immediately into homes. If it’s part of a home, it’s part of the solution. Not only do we appreciate material donations, but services to help install the material donations are …
Women Build Is Creating More Than Homes for Springfield Families
Women Build 2026 Is Creating More Than Homes for Springfield Families For one Springfield family, a new home means more than four walls and a roof. It means stability for three young girls. A safe place to study and grow. A future their parents can build toward instead of worry about. That’s the purpose behind …
Volt Credit Union: Powering Community Impact at Rock the Block
VOLT CREDIT UNION: Powering Community Impact at Rock the Block Leading the Charge This year, Volt Credit Union is leading that effort as the top partner for Rock the Block in the Woodland Heights neighborhood, taking place May 14-16. And for Marissa Weaver, Director of Community Partnerships, the heartfelt excitement is obvious: “Volt Credit Union …
RePrice is Right – Audience Participation – Guess the Price and Win!
Think you know ReStore pricing? During our appearance on Unscripted, we’re giving one lucky viewer a chance to win a La-Z-Boy Maverick Rocking Recliner! Simply scan the QR code on screen and submit your best guess for the ReStore price of the recliner. One entry per person. You’ll also guess the prices of two additional …
Rock the Block – May 14-16, 2026 – VOLUNTEER!
Be a Part of Something Bigger this Spring Join us for Rock the Block, May 14-16, 2026, as we come together to revitalize the Woodland Heights neighborhood-one home, one yard, and one act of service at a time. This is more than just a volunteer opportunity-it’s a chance to bring hope, dignity, and renewed pride …
