Connect Crawford

CMFCAA, in partnership with Missouri Ozarks Community Action, is expanding a transportation program to help foster, adoptive, and kinship families travel to important appointments and services across Mid‑Missouri. Eligible trips may include medical visits, work or job training, school programs, court appointments, and other essential services. The program serves residents of Camden, Crawford, Dallas, Miller, Pulaski, and Phelps counties. For more information, contact the program below. Contact: 573-298-0258 or VickiDerstein@CMFCAA.com.

CMFCAA and Missouri Ozarks Community Action (MOCA) are recruiting volunteer drivers to transport children and families in foster, adoptive, and kinship care to appointments, visits, and services across several Missouri counties. The program serves Camden, Crawford, Gasconade, Laclede, Maries, Miller, Pulaski, and Phelps counties and offers federal mileage reimbursement. Volunteers provide essential support to help families stay connected to services and make a direct community impact. Become a volunteer driver to support children and families in your area. Contact: (573) 298-0258 or VickiDerstein@CMFCAA.com .

EVENT – August 12, 2026 Join Crawford County R-2 School District for the annual Back to School Festival on August 12, 2026 from 10am–3pm at the Middle School Gym. Community agencies are invited to host resource tables and licensed cosmetologists/barbers are asked to provide free haircuts. Donations of backpacks and hygiene items will be collected to support local students. If you would like to participate or donate, please contact Melanie Weber for more information. Contact: 573-677-2516, mweber@ccr2.org

Find information and supports to help you locate safe daycare and navigate childcare subsidy applications. The program offers child care referral services, application assistance, and links to state assistance resources. Resources include child development and mental health supports, plus crisis and homelessness resources for families. Learn more through the provided link or contact the team for help completing applications or finding services. Visit the program page Contact: 573-4158605