09 Aug 2023
The Kitchen Opens New Affordable Housing Development

The Kitchen Opens New Affordable Housing Development

The Kitchen will host a ribbon cutting on a new affordable housing development Tuesday, August 29 at 11am. The property, located at 550 N Duke Ave, is Maplewood Villas, a 44-unit affordable housing development designed for low-income and formerly homeless seniors—especially Veterans. The project is funded by the Missouri Housing Development Commission, MHEG, CRA Investments, the City of Springfield, and the Bank of Missouri. Maplewood Villas includes 44 two-bedroom, one-bathroom units for seniors 55 and older. All units are ground-floor accessible units. 11 units have been set aside specifically to serve homeless Veterans. A portion of units has also been…
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28 Jul 2023
Corwin Automotive to Donate Portion of August Sales to The Kitchen

Corwin Automotive to Donate Portion of August Sales to The Kitchen

In August, Corwin Automotive will donate a portion of all vehicle sales to The Kitchen to help end homelessness in the Ozarks. Shop Corwin CDJR of Springfield, Corwin Ford of Springfield, and Corwin Ford of Republic for all your automotive needs. Visit Corwin Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT at 3306 E Kearney St on Friday, August 18 10am-noon for a special event for the promotion. Tour the state-of-the-art dealership, learn about The Kitchen, and get a coupon for a free oil change while supplies last. For questions about the promotion, contact Albert Sandford with Corwin Automotive at (417) 862-9272 or…
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20 Jul 2023
The Kitchen Awarded Grant for New Rare Breed Learning Center

The Kitchen Awarded Grant for New Rare Breed Learning Center

The Kitchen has been awarded a grant from The Timken Foundation of Canton for the development of a new learning center at Rare Breed Youth Services. The Learning Center will be a place for youth to engage with critical life skills, education/job preparation, and housing intakes. The center will also be used for staff training and development. The grant will provide new technology including computers, tablets, a printer, and a projector; furnishings like tables, chairs, and a podium; online training materials for case managers; and two new air conditioning units to service the building. The learning center will expand Rare…
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21 Apr 2023
Donate Items On Our Needs List

Donate Items On Our Needs List

You can help turn a house into a home for someone in need. Donate items from our needs list to give people experiencing homelessness a fresh start! Drop off donations at 730 N. Glenstone Ave, Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm. Or call us to schedule a furniture pickup: (417) 225-7420. Items for Rare Breed Youth Services can be dropped off at 301 N Main Ave, Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm. Spring Weather Needs Chapstick First aid kits Neck cooling wraps Rain ponchos, umbrellas Sunscreen/Aloe Vera/Bug Spray Hygiene Bodywash, shampoo, conditioner Brushes (new), hairspray Deodorant Hairspray Razors, shaving cream Tampons, pads Toothbrushes Underwear (men's & women's, new)…
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19 Sep 2022
Donate Items On Our Needs List

Donate Items On Our Needs List

Give items on our winter needs list to help folks experiencing homelessness. Participants in our programs need a variety of items to find stability and purpose. Cold Weather Needs Chapstick First aid kits Gloves, hats, scarves Hot Hands Mylar blankets, throw blankets Sleeping bags Socks, underwear (new) Thermal underwear (new) Zip-up hoodies Hygiene Bodywash, shampoo, conditioner Brushes (new), hairspray Deodorant Razors, shaving cream Tampons, pads Toothbrushes Kitchen Can openers Cups, glasses Plates Pots, pans Tupperware Food Bottled water Canned protein High protein snacks Pop-top canned meals Furniture Dressers (small) Kitchen table, chairs Mattresses (no stains/tears) Sofas, armchairs Household/Cleaning Ajax/Comet All-purpose…
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12 May 2022
Summer Needs List

Summer Needs List

Hygiene Body WashBrushes (new)ChapstickDeodorantHairsprayRazorsShampoo/ConditionerShaving CreamTampons/PadsTissuesToothbrushesUnderwear – Men’s/Women’s (new) Household BathmatsClothes IronPillowsSheets/Bedding Kitchen Can OpenersCups/GlassesPlatesPots/PansTupperware Furniture (must be clean and free of stains) Dressers (small)Kitchen Tables, ChairsMattresses (no stain/tears)Sofas & Armchairs Cleaning Ajax/CometAll Purpose CleanerBath/Shower CleanerBleachBroomsDish SoapDish Washing LiquidGlass cleanerLaundry DetergentMopsPaper TowelsPine-SolSponges/Steel Wool/Soap PadsToilet Bowl CleanerToilet BrushesToilet PaperToilet PlungersTrash Bags Rare Breed Baby Wipes/DiapersBungee CordsFlashlightsFlipflopsHigh Protein SnacksPop-Top Canned FoodSunscreen/Aloe Vera/Bug SprayTarpsWater/GatoradeYA/Teen Clothes (new/gently used) Donations can be dropped off at 730 N Glenstone Ave, Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm. Rare Breed donations can be dropped off at 301 N Main Monday-Friday 9am-5pm. Download the Needs List Give Now!
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