CARES Magazine November 2013 by CARES Magazine

How to Hire an Executive Director The Center for Nonprofit Communication Page 12

Live Your Dream: A Woman’s Success Story Women Connect4Good Page 16

Children’s Grief Awareness Day Lost & Found Grief Center Page 34

Event Coverage:

Sip & Shop Champagne Brunch Foundation for Springfield Public Schools Page 28

Walk 4 Life & 5k Run Pregnancy Care Center Page 35

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Developmental Center of the Ozarks

25th Birthday Celebration 2013 Holiday Cards on Sale

Thank You!

CASA

Welcome New Member American Red Cross

10 The Miracle on Madison Now Open!

“Wrap It Up!” Special Event

Bridges for Youth

Membership Directory Springfield CARES members listing

Children’s Miracle Network

11 Discover YOUR Community College 13 Empire Bank/Central Trust & Ozarks Technical Community College Investment 12 How to Hire an Executive Director 14 d.v. LaRue Design & Print Services The Center for Nonprofit Communication

15 A Day of Hope

17 #GivingTuesday

Victim Center

16 Live Your Dream: A Woman’s Success Story Women Connect 4 Good

Guide

20 Business Profile

Association of Fundraising Professionals

18 FLiP: A Network of Women Helping Women and Children United Way of the Ozarks

21-26 Calendar of Events For October

The HAMELS Foundation

Letters from the editor and publisher

“What Day Is It?” Fun Calendar

46 Games Fun Stuff

27 Help Us Light Isabel’s Tree! Isabel’s House

31 Collaboration Among Agencies Helps Move Family Towards Self -Sufficiency

28 Sip & Shop Champagne Brunch Foundation for Springfield Public Schools

OACAC

31 Gift Wrap Booth

29 The Grapevine

Developmental Center of the Ozarks

Local Nonprofit & Business News Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks

34 Children’s Grief Awareness Day

Harmony House

Lost & Found Grief Center

33 Stop the Spread of Cold and Flu Viruses This School Year 35 Walk 4 Life & 5k Run

United Way of the Ozarks

36 iCARE Package Springfield Metro CARES Magazine

37 The Eagle Scout Difference

41 Annual Christmas Light Show Kickoff Republic Paw Pantry

Humane Society of Southwest Missouri

42 Exploring Your Creative Side

Phil Dellasega Creative Director

Michelle DeWitt Graphic Design/ Web Maintenance

Ozark Trails Council, Boy Scouts of America

38 Event Coverage: Scavenger Hunt OACAC

39 Buying Cheap Pet Meds Without Compromising Your Pet’s Health 40 Volunteers Needed!

Matthew Evans Director of Sales & Membership

Tom Mezzacapa Graphic Design

Pregnancy Care Center

36 Give. Advocate. Volunteer. Live United.

Amy Michael Publisher Kaitlyn Jaeger Editor

30 Save the Date: Ozarks Beerfest

32 Dating Abuse Awareness

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43 Friday Night CARES Social

Upcoming Events

Springfield Metro CARES Magazine

advisory panel Gerry Catapang PT, DPT Ken Childers Peter Edwards CIA Rebbecca Fenton COTA/L Jeff Gossman Becky Overend Beverly Roberts Chris Shaefer Cara Trask Mary Valloni

our mission CARES Magazine is committed to providing our nonprofit community with a resource to inform and educate the public about their organizations. It is our goal to create awareness of charitable giving in the area as well as give to individuals and businesses that show they CARE. © 2013 Springfield Metro CARES Magazine. All rights reserved. Contents of this magazine may not be reproduced in any manner without written consent from the publisher.

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Membership Directory Springfield CARES would like to introduce the following Members of the magazine. Members must have nonprofit status and provide services to our community. If you are interested in becoming a member, please call Matthew Evans at 417-869-4175 or e-mail matthew@goicare.com for more information.

Developmental Center of the Ozarks 1545 E Pythian Springfield, MO 65802 417-892-0896 www.dcoonline.com

Drury University 900 N Benton Ave Springfield, MO 65802 417-873-7879 www.drury.edu

Ambassadors For Children An Operating Agency of the Council of Churches of the Ozarks 500 W Battlefield, Suite B Springfield, MO 65807 417-708-0565 ext. 202

Equi-Librium Therapy Center 8710 E State Hwy AD Rogersville, MO 65742 417-830-1409 www.etctherapy.org

American Red Cross Southern Missouri Region

Female Leaders in Philanthropy (FLiP)

1545 N West Bypass Springfield, MO 65803 417-832-9500 www.redcross.org

320 N Jefferson Ave Springfield, MO 65806 417-863-7700 www.uwozarks.com/flip.asp

Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS)

Foundation for Springfield Public Schools

3372 W Battlefield St Springfield, MO 65807 417-889-9136

1131 Boonville Springfield, MO 65802 417-523-0144 www.supportsps.org

Boys and Girls Club 1410 N Fremont Ave Springfield, MO 65802 417-862-9249 www.bgclubspringfield.org

GYN Cancers Alliance (GYNCA) 3023 S Fort, Suite B Springfield, MO 65807 417-869-2220 www.gynca.org

Boy Scouts of America Ozark Trails Council 1616 S Eastgate Ave Springfield, MO 65809 P 417.883.1636 x233 www.ozarktrailsbsa.org Giving Help & Hope to Families Impacted by Breast Cancer

Breast Cancer Foundation of the Ozarks (BCFO) 330 N Jefferson Ave Springfield, MO 65806 417-862-3838 www.bcfo.org

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Bridges for Youth 1039 W Nichols Springfield, MO 65802 417-864-4167 www.bridgesforyouth.net

Children’s Miracle Network 3525 S National Ave Suite 203 Springfield, MO 65807 417-269-5437 www.coxhealth.com/cmn

Community Partnership 330 N Jefferson Ave. Springfield, MO 65806 417-888-2020 www.commpartnership.org ONSUMER REDIT OUNSELING ERVICE of Springfield • Joplin West Plains

Consumer Credit Counseling Service 1515 S Glenstone Springfield, MO 65804 417-889-7474 www.cccsoftheozarks.org

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) 1111 S Glenstone Ave Springfield, MO 65804 417-864-6202 www.casaswmo.org

United Way of the Ozarks 320 N Jefferson Ave Springfield, MO 65806 417-863-7700 www.uwozarks.com

The Victim Center 819 N Boonville Ave Springfield, MO 65802 417-863-7273 www.thevictimcenter.org

Victory Trade School 1715 N Boonville Springfield, MO 65803 417-864-2221 www.victorytradeschool.edu

Women Connect4Good DrNancy@womenspeak.com Twitter.com/womenspk www.Facebook.com/WomenSpk www.Womenspeak.com/connect4good

Women in Need (WIN) P.O. Box 4626 Springfield, MO 65808 417-234-7338 www.womeninneedoftheozarks.org

Youth of the Ozarks Thrift Store (YOTO) 1731 N Glenstone Ave Springfield, MO 65803 417-890-7283 www.yotothriftstore.org

Harmony House Harmony House

519 E Cherry St Springfield, MO 65806 417-837-7700 www.myharmonyhouse.org

The Humane Society 3161 W Norton Rd Springfield, MO 65803 417-833-2526 www.swh.org

Isabel’s House 2750 W Bennett Springfield, MO 65802 417-865-CARE www.isabelshouse.org

Killuminati Foundation www.killuminatiFoundation.org

Lost & Found Grief Center 2840 E Chestnut Expressway, Suite C Springfield, MO 65802 417-865-9998 www.lostandfoundozarks.com

March of Dimes 1722 S Glenstone W110 Springfield, MO 65804 417-889-9397 www.marchofdimes.com

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) 215 S Barnes Ave Springfield, MO 65802 417-862-4314 www.oacac-caa.org

Pregnancy Care Center 1342 E Primrose Street Springfield, MO 65804-4224 www.pccchoices.com

The following persons or businesses have sponsored our members: Women Speak, William H Darr, Tom Slaight and Southwestern Womens Health

Letter from the Editor Hello Springfield! From Breast Cancer Awareness to local event coverage, October was an exciting month for us here at Springfield CARES. But now it is November. It is steadily getting colder and we are quickly approaching the holiday season. Do not worry though. November promises to be just as exciting. In this month’s issue, we’ve got event coverage from Foundation for Springfield Public Schools’ Sip & Shop Champagne Brunch, Pregnancy Care Center’s 5K Run/Walk for Life, and OACAC’s annual Scavenger Hunt. We also have a great story from Nancy O’Reilly about Sheila Varian, one of the top Arabian horse breeders in America. Her story is one of inspiration, perseverance, and following your dreams. Oh and did we mention that we’ve also included some helpful tips for finding the right person to be your organization’s next executive director? We hope you enjoy this month’s issue of Springfield CARES. We have definitely enjoyed seeing it all come together and look forward to what the upcoming months have in store for our members. Interested in becoming a member? Contact Matthew Evans at matthew@goicare.com for information and an application. Have a great November and Happy Thanksgiving!

Kaitlyn Jaeger Contributing Editor editor@goicare.com

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Hello My Friends, I am sure you've all heard the buzz going around about the exciting things we have coming up to finish off a GREAT year here at CARES. First of all, I would like to thank our nonprofit members and University Plaza Hotel and Convention Center for their support and kindness. As you may know, we have an exciting event being held at University Plaza Convention Center! Please go to careseve.eventbrite.com and get your tickets now to help us celebrate the New Years' Eve of the Eve Black & White Masquerade Ball presented by University Plaza Hotel and Convention Center! And there's more to come as we prepare to roll out the first edition of the CARES Catalogue and Datebook. If you love knowing when events are happening, you're going to want one of these! If you're a nonprofit, please get in touch with us so that we can include your event in our Annual Datebook! You can either email Matthew@goicare.com or call our office at 417-869-4189. There is so much happening and we are so happy to share it with you! We'd like to thank you for being one of our readers and supporting the nonprofits in our community! Kindly,

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Springfield Metro CARES welcomes new member What is your mission? Developmental Center of the Ozarks makes a positive difference in the community by providing services which enable individuals to reach and maintain their optimal level of development. What kind of volunteer opportunities do you have? How can someone get involved? We have event steering committees, event support, child care, adult technology, and a learning center program. Volunteers in each area will have unique opportunities to make a difference in the community and experience personal growth. A background check is required for those wanting help with programming prior to starting volunteer training. Those wanting to volunteer for events should call 417829-0896. Specifically, who/how do you help the community? DCO helps infants, children, and adults through daytime activities designed to help each person achieve his/her goals. In our child care program, approximately 40% of those enrolled have an identified developmental disability or delay, or a medical need that requires additional support throughout the day. Our goal is to help each child prepare for kindergarten or his/her next level of schooling. Our therapy programs help infants and children who have developmental disabilities or delays through individualized plans designed with a team of therapists. DCO is the preferred provider of First Steps Therapies in our service area. Adults with disabilities look to DCO for continued educational training, stimulating activities, quality care, and/or employment services. Could you tell a short story of someone you have helped? Just today, I was allowed the opportunity to host a respected business leader in our community on our campus. He met a young lady in one of our adult programs who is part of a group that helps prepare for lunch. He was very impressed by her work ethic, commenting that she was very sharp. She enjoys rolling silverware and getting trays in place for service. After lunch, she helps wash dishes in our commercial style

kitchen. This opportunity allows her to prepare for other opportunities beyond the DCO center-based program. It also allows her to earn a paycheck. There's also a young child in our child care program who is a very early preschooler. She is recognizing complex shapes, identifying colors and letters, and is also a wonderful helper in the classroom. She is also using her manners (please, thank you, excuse me, and you're welcome) at the appropriate time. And yet there is another child (age 20 months) in our therapy program learning how to use a spoon to feed himself. Having control of utensils and manipulating food in his mouth have been two goals that were identified by both his parents and therapy team...and he's THIS CLOSE to being able to feed himself independently all the time. If you could thank one person/business in the community that has shown that they CARE, who would it be and why? This is tough because we love and respect so many people and businesses that support DCO. We have an incredible Board of Directors who dedicate their hearts, time, skills, connections, and financial gifts to our mission. Without their support, we couldn't ask anyone else to share with us. Any upcoming events? November 28, 2013 19th Annual Turkey Trot Springfield Expo Center/Hammons University Plaza Springfield, MO December 1st -24th, 2013 Gift Wrap Booth Battlefield Mall 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield, MO ***we need volunteers for both of these events! call the number listed above for more info!***

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If you avoided disaster such as fire, flooding, tornado, and earthquake this year you have four reasons to be thankful. If like us, you did not, then you have thousands of reasons to be thankful. The American Red Cross responds to approximately 70,000 disasters in the United States every year, ranging from home fires that affect a single family to hurricanes that affect tens of thousands, to earthquakes that impact millions. In these events, the Red Cross provides food and shelter, and health and mental health services to help families and entire communities get back on their feet. Red Cross is an essential part of the response when disaster strikes, working in

partnership with other agencies and organizations, to provide services to disaster victims. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on the dedication of volunteers and the generosity of the American people to perform its mission. Without the efforts of our volunteers and the willingness of our donors to help, response to such epic demands would not be possible. During this, the season of thankfulness, we would like to say thank you to those who support the efforts of the American Red Cross in Southern Missouri and beyond.

The American Red Cross responds to approximately 70,000 disasters in the united states every year

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“Wrap It Up” Holiday Auction to benefit Children’s Miracle Network and CoxHealth Foundation Find unique gifts and experiences at this holiday themed auction which includes seasonal foods, drinks, and music. Guess who our Secret Santa is and you could win the cash pot. Also, be sure to take a chance at the Wine Pull for a fabulous bottle of bubbly. And don’t forget to place your vote for your favorite Gingerbread Hospital Tower! Wrap It Up is a night guaranteed to put you in the holiday spirit!

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It is with great joy that we announce that the Bridges For Youth Center at 1230 W. Madison, after nearly four years, now includes the sounds of children.

We give thanks to our wonderful supporters and prayer partners for believing in this work. Nearly four years ago, we started this $150,000 project with zero dollars and faith that God can do anything. Indeed, the completion of the Madison Center and opening it for the kids has been a miracle of Biblical proportions. We ask that you please join us in praying for its success and in giving God the glory. This is really good news for the kids of West Central Springfield. The Madison Center operates every day after school from 3-6, and until 8:30 on Fridays. Just as operating the other four Bridges For Youth Centers has been a walk of faith, so it will be with this center. Bridges For Youth does not charge fees to use our centers, so our greatest need right now is your monthly partnership. You can help the Madison Bridges Center by visiting our website at www.bridgesforyouth.net or by mailing a contribution to:

Bridges For Youth P.O. Box 9866 Springfield, MO 65801 Office: 417-864-4167

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When Anne joined the board of a local nonprofit, she was eager to become active in helping the organization succeed. She was confident her skills as a business owner would be a great asset to this small operation. Six months after joining the board, Anne was shocked when the organization's long-time executive director announced her sudden resignation. The other board members, recognizing Anne's business savvy and passion for the cause, asked her to temporarily take over the organization's day-to-day activities while they searched for a new director. Six weeks later, Anne was still serving as the interim head of the nonprofit, and seemed to be handling the responsibilities without any problems. The board members were impressed with Anne and decided there was no need to look at other candidates. Instead, they offered her the position. She accepted the job and became the new executive director. Within six months, things began to unravel for Anne. She had never managed a staff, and she had no experience doing public relations or fundraising. This nonprofit scenario is not uncommon. Organizationsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;especially smaller onesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;have a tendency to hire the first person who is willing to fill the position, even though the candidate's credentials may be less than impressive. The board fails to take the proper steps required to find the right person for the job. This process failure can lead to ambiguity, unmet expectations, and high turnover. Every organization, regardless of their size or the nature of their work, should exercise utmost caution when hiring an executive director (or whatever title you assign to the job). The position is simply too critical to take any other approach. Here are seven important steps that will help ensure you find the best candidate:

1. Don't rush the process. Too often boards rush to hire the first warm body that walks through the door. In an effort to bring stability and leadership back to the organization, boards don't allow ample time to conduct a proper search. While the hiring process can be painful, it pales in comparison to the pain of having the wrong person attempting to lead the organization. The amount of time needed to locate and hire a good candidate varies from organization to organization. But generally, allow a minimum of 4-6 weeks for the process.

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This structure provides a lot of “buy-in,” or distributed engagement, in the process, as well as providing many people to shoulder the work of the search.

3. Figure out who you need. Develop a profile of the person you want, identifying the skills, knowledge, and characteristics you feel best match your organization—then proactively search for this individual rather than simply hoping the right person sees the vacancy and applies. Don't be shy about asking someone who is already leading a different organization. You never know who might be considering a career move. By determining precisely the kind of person who could best lead your organization, you will be able to quickly sort through candidates. It is likely that many of the candidates applying for the job will have appealing qualifications. But with a clear list of desirable traits, your organization will be able to find the person who comes closest to having the unique set of assets that your agency needs.

4. Look inward and outward. Many companies have a policy of promoting within. While this approach has benefits – especially for organizations with young, promising leaders, it can also create dilemmas. Moving from one role to another can be difficult for everyone, including those that may have to view a once-colleague as the new boss.

Another downfall of hiring within is incestuous intelligence. Some organizations fear change and go to great lengths to avoid progressive thinkers who might challenge their traditional way of doing business. To "protect" themselves from outsiders, they hire only those who look, talk, and think just like they do. All others are shunned. There are, however, potential advantages to hiring an insider. The person is likely to understand the organization's culture, and have developed relationships of trust with current board members and community leaders. With this type of individual, the transition period could be much quicker and smoother than it would be for someone with no previous institutional knowledge.

5. Provide a clear description/expectations. Most nonprofit leaders, especially those in small organizations, will tell you their job responsibilities are "doing everything" from raising money to stuffing envelopes or taking out the trash! It may not be possible to have a job description that encompasses everything (that's why we insert "and other duties as assigned"), but the clearer you can be about the job expectations, the better chance the candidates will have of understanding if the job is the right match for their skill set. Continued on page 14

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If your organization is in need of someone to clean up the accounting, you'll want to be clear about this. Or, if you really need a dynamic public speaker or someone who can write grant proposals, make sure this is stated and understood by the candidates.

6. Be transparent. You and your board are eager to hire the best person, so it is only natural to portray your organization in the best possible light. Yet there is an ethical responsibility to disclose to candidates (not in the initial interview) the organization's true condition. This includes information on finances, legal issues, personnel issues, history and reputation in the community, and any other matter that is pertinent to someone who may step into the organization's top position. It is unfair to hire someone under false pretense, failing to provide an accurate and honest snapshot of the organization's condition. It's much better to get everything out on the table than to trick a person (who once hired will discover the truth and resent that this wasn't disclosed in the interview process).

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7. Conduct background and reference checks. Hiring a new employeeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;especially one who will be the face of the entire organizationâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; requires a thorough background check. As an employer, you have the right and responsibility to learn as much as possible about this person BEFORE offering the job. Amazingly, there are still organizations today that fail to do adequate checks, only to discover later that the person has a problematic background. A thorough background check should include credit history, criminal record, past employers, and personal references. Each state has labor laws dictating what an employer can check. Most laws generally require the employer to make certain disclosures to the applicant to be checked, and to obtain the written or electronic consent of the person to be checked prior to conducting the check. While these seven steps cannot guarantee your next hire will be the perfect employee, they can provide a framework for navigating this process and finding you a strong leader for your organization.

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Sheila says training extraordinary horses starts with choosing the right horses. The Varian bloodline is selected for character as well as beauty. She chose Arabians, not only because of the Farley books, but also because they have the closest relationship with people. They were bred to live with Bedouin families in the desert and those traits remain strong today. Domesticated horses intuit our needs. While the Arabian breed may be hot blooded, Sheila says it’s the only horse that will leave its food to greet you.

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Still, they are horses, so at Sheila’s barn, young Arabians spend a lot of time with other horses to understand how to behave in the herd. Then they are trained with soft techniques and clear instructions so they won’t be confused in the process. She compares it to teaching a child good manners. When she sells one of her Arabians, the new owners are taught the process: gentle treatment, trust and confidence, boundaries and rules.

Success For A Woman In A Man’s Profession Sheila’s story is full of patience, waiting, love, and understanding, all classic feminine characteristics that build relationships and support for long-term success. She has developed techniques that go beyond “Horse Whisperer” love to include educating people about what their horses need from them. And Sheila is writing a book. But until it gets published, check out her website at www.varianarabians.com and see the beautiful Arabians at Varian Arabians’ dreamy Never-Never Land Ranch in California.

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Save the date: December 3, 2013 Last year on November 27, the Tuesday following Thanksgiving, black Friday, and Cyber Monday marked the first ever #GivingTuesday. This new national holiday encouraged families and individuals to get out and be generous in whatever way matters to them. This could have meant volunteering at a local charity or donating to a favorite cause.

On December 3rd, we’re asking you to give back and be a part of #GivingTuesday. This year’s success depends on you and your collective efforts. Let’s work together to give more, give smarter, and put personal philanthropy back afpozarksregion.afpnet.org into the giving season. 17

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A Network of Women Helping Women and Children “FLiP is an amazing group of women who see and understand the needs of other women and families and are stepping up to help. Hungry children are being helped every day with the funds raised by FLiP. Women are going to work dressed for success with the help of FLiP’s Suit Yourself Boutique. We are able to share stories of women and children living better lives in the Ozarks because of the desire and passion of FLiP members.” -Dr. Nancy O’Reilly, 2013 FLiP Chair FLiP's mission is to engage and encourage the women of our community to become involved as philanthropists, as advocates, and as mentors. Its purpose is to help women become more actively involved in their community and in the critical issue areas that affect women, children and families. FLiP is the Women’s Leadership Initiative of:

FLiP proudly supports the Weekend Backpack Program by partnering with the Ozarks Food Harvest. The program works to provide at-risk children with backpacks full of nutritious food over the weekend. FLiP runs The Suit Yourself Boutique, which provides women entering or re-entering the workforce with workplace or interview attire. These women are then able to start a new life-chapter with positive self-esteem, knowing that they are working to create a better life. Since its inception in 2006, the Suit Yourself Boutique has provided clothing and confidence to over 2,900 women in our community.

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The Grapevine Rain or Shine? That’s what Pregnancy Care Center posted on facebook the day prior to their annual Walk for Life, and they were not kidding! The fall-like rainy weather didn’t stop a great group of runners from participating. Bass Pro Shops Outdoor Fitness Festival was in full gear this last month with runners and volunteers from a number CARES member organizations.

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Isabel’s House has hired Andrea Vent as their new Executive Director. Andrea was previously at Great Circle. CARES welcomes Michaela Mullen and Gabriel Cassady to the team. They will both be working with members, businesses, and organizations in Springfield and Kansas City. Patty Ingle is now the Interim Executive Director at Harmony House. Harmony House is currently in the midst of a capital campaign. After over 16 years with Midwest Family Broadcasting, Chris Louzader is now the Director of Events/Deopment at Ronald McDonald House Charities ® of the Ozarks. The Eve of the Eve looks to be coming upon us quickly! Benefiting Springfield CARES and its member charities, this New York style Black and White Masquerade Ball will be sure to entertain. It is the night BEFORE New Year’s Eve, so you can celebrate AND you have a much better chance of getting a babysitter!

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The Salvation Army is signing up volunteers to help ring bells at all red kettle locations around the city from November 8 - December 24.

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Collaboration Among Related Agencies Helps to Move the Coffeys Toward Self-Sufficiency The road started out full of bumps and curves. During the first part of 2012 while living in Diamond, MO, Mrs. Coffey lost her job due to illness and Mr. Coffey had to address a legal situation. After serving 40 days in jail, Mr. Coffey found a job in Springfield, where he commuted back and forth. But the couple got behind on their rent and lost their home in Diamond. They then moved to Springfield and lived at a weekly rental until Mr. Coffey's employment was terminated, leaving them homeless. Mr. Coffey moved into the Victory Mission and Mrs. Coffey went to stay at Safe to Sleep. For two weeks, Mrs. Coffey called the Salvation Army and Missouri Hotel to try and obtain shelter. Finally, the door opened for them to reside at the Salvation Army. Through a partnership with Salvation Army, Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation (OACAC) was able to offer a life skills class at its Greene County Center called "Journeying to a Career." The Coffeys attended the class, signed up for case management, and established goals for employment, transportation, and housing. Although the Coffeys had a vehicle, it desperately needed repairs. Their goal was to use it to assist their employment search as the bus routes were limited. The OACAC Greene County Center connected the Coffey’s with GearHead Ministries, which provides vehicle repairs to low-income individuals. Unfortunately, the mechanics determined that their car could not be repaired. Because they could not repair their vehicle, GearHead Ministries blessed the Coffeys with a 1994 Oldsmobile in good working condition. Through the assistance of the Greene County Center's Emergency Funds, the Coffeys were able to obtain the vehicle and proceed with licensing and insuring it. To help with the on-going expenses of car ownership, OACAC also gave them information about Bryles Research to obtain income for gasoline and other expenses. Mr. Coffey applied and participated in a paid survey for the upcoming health reform.

Before obtaining dependable transportation, Mr. Coffey applied online for employment. However, within a few weeks after obtaining the car, he applied in person at Northeastern Diesel Services and was hired the same day. OACAC then secured a gasoline voucher through the Greene County Center’s emergency dollars to help until Mr. Coffey obtained his first paycheck. OACAC also gave the Coffey’s a list of all subsidized housing in Greene County. The couple completed the poverty simulation training and plans to volunteer soon. It is clear to see that a small donation to the Greene County Emergency Fund helped this couple move from employment seeking to fully employed. OACAC Case Management services helped to support them throughout their journey and soon the Coffeys will be self-sufficient. OACAC was founded in November of 1965 as a private nonprofit corporation to help low-income families become self-sufficient. OACAC sponsors Family Planning, Foster Grandparents, Head Start, Housing Assistance, LIHEAP, Neighborhood Centers, and Weatherization programs. For more information about OACAC, call 417-864-3448 or visit www.oacac.ocaa.org.

Stop the Spread of Cold and Flu Viruses This School Year

of Cold and Flu Viruses This School Year

s Get vaccinated Getting a yearly flu vaccine is the first and most important step in flu prevention. The CDC recommends that everyone 6 months and older get a flu vaccine each year to protect against the flu virus. s Stay home when sick If possible, keep kids home from school when they are sick to help prevent teachers and classmates from catching their illness. {s Sing and scrub Make sure kids wash their hands the right way. They should wash frequently with warm water and soap for at least 20 seconds (the time it takes to sing the "Happy Birthday" song twice).

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school year has started and as many parents know, kids are likely to bring home more than their homework at some point. Many catch cold and flu viruses from their classmates, which can then spread to other family members at home. When kids are sick, they miss out on valuable learning experiences and social interactions in the classroom. On average, elementary school children get eight to 12 colds or cases of the flu each school year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). For the older kids, it is about half that. That's why it's important that parents, teachers, and kids work together to stop the spread of germs in the classroom. Everyone can follow these simple steps to help prevent the spread of germs that can cause cold and flu viruses this school year:

s Do the elbow cough Teach kids to cough into elbows, not hands, since hands are more likely to spread bacteria and viruses through touch. s Disinfect germ hot spots The CDC recommends disinfecting frequently touched surfaces or objects when someone is ill. In the classroom teachers can use a disinfectant approved to kill cold and flu viruses on desks, computer mice, and doorknobs. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Creating a healthier learning environment starts with small actions that add up to a big impact,â&#x20AC;? says Dr. Howell Wechsler, CEO of the Alliance for a Healthier Generation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping children thrive. "Parents play an important role and can lend a hand to teachers by reinforcing healthy lessons at home and donating useful items like tissues, hand sanitizer, and disinfecting wipes."

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Wear blue on November 21st to support grieving children in the Ozarks.

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website at www.lostandfoundozarks.com.

Lost & Found provides grief support groups, at no charge, for children, young adults, and their families, grieving the death of a loved one.

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Hundreds braved stormy weather to walk in support of expectant moms and babies. Pregnancy Care Center hosted its 12th annual 5K Run & Walk for Life on Saturday, October 5th at Jordan Valley Park in Springfield. Despite the stormy weather, more than 1,000 participants came out to help raise over $103,000 for young families in need in Southwest Missouri. “This is why Pregnancy Care Center is here! To serve young people in the community and help build stronger and healthier children and families,” explains Cindi Boston, CEO of Pregnancy Care Center. “100% of the money goes to client programs. These are programs that help young expecting parents prepare for parenthood or adoption. it’s exciting to see so many people get out and rally to help those in need.” All the proceeds from the event will help provide vital health, wellness, and relationship education for more than 21,000 young people in Southwest Missouri in the next year! For more information, visit us at www.PccChoices.org. Photos By: Matthew Evans, David Eslick, & Josh Campbell

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1, 20 On September 21, OACAC OA ACAC 13 Greene County Neighborhood Neigh hborhood Center held its annual annu ual Scavenger ual Hunt. Hunt A great time was held by all as teams competed against one another, scurrying around the Springfield downtown area in hopes of solving clues such as “Do you know where this ‘cup’ is edible?” and “Do you know where elephants and clowns play together?” The funds raised from OACAC’s Annual Scavenger Hunt were given to the Greene County Emergency Fund to help families in crisis by providing emergency food, prescription medications, medical needs, transportation, housing, utilities, legal assistance, and disaster relief. OACAC would like to thank the many Springfield business owners who generously donated prizes to this year’s event. The 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th place teams went home with some great prizes and all of the participants had fun helping out their neighbors in need.

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Buying Cheap Pet Meds Without Comprising Your Petâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Health According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, nearly 63% of all households in the United States own a pet. Several reasons people prefer to keep pets is that they are good company, they are very loving, they make good friends, and they keep their owners busy. Pets can be bought from a breeder, a pet store, or even be adopted from a local animal shelter. However, whatever type of pet you decide to have, you need to take good care and ensure that he/she remains safe and healthy. This involves providing them with the right type and amount of food, taking good care of their health, and getting them the necessary treatments on time. But taking good care of your pet doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to be expensive. You can easily buy cheap pet meds from any established pet pharmacy.

Where to Buy Cheap Pet Meds? By doing a little research and comparing prices offered by both veterinarians and pharmacies, you can find cheaper medicines for your pets. In fact, you can save as much as 50% if you buy your pet meds from various established online pharmacies. These pharmacies not only sell pet medicines, but they also sell pet food supplies and many other products that are required to take good care of a pet.

Many people, however, raise doubts about the quality and efficacy of the cheaper pet meds that available in the market. But one does not need to worry about quality if you are buying from an established and registered pharmacy. These online pharmacies are able to sell you pet medicines at cheaper rates because of low overhead and maintenance costs.

Need for and Type of Cheap Pet Meds Taking care of your pet is very important and requires that you take it to a veterinarian on a regular basis. This will help you avoid many types of illnesses. But whenever your pet falls ill or behaves irrationally due to some disease or infection, you need to get a proper check up done and buy the necessary medicines. There are different types of pet medicines- some are specific to the animal while others can be common to all animals. Then there are medicines that need to given to treat a specific condition or problem. These include painkillers, medicines for infections, medicines for worms, fleas, bugs, etc. Another class of pet medicines is the preventive medicines that are given to a pet to avoid catching some disease. Again, there are several types of multi-vitamins or food supplements that may need to be given to you pet on a regular basis. While you need to approach your veterinarian for any serious illness that may plague your pet, you can easily save money by purchasing cheaper meds that fall in the category of preventive or supplements category. Again, in case of other medicines that have been prescribed by a veterinarian for treatment of a specific infection or ailment troubling your pet, you can opt for generic medicines. You should always consult your veterinarian about the appropriate dosage of cheaper pet meds you may be planning on buying. This will ensure that you are not compromising on the health of your pet while saving your expenses on medication. Article Source: http://www.ArticleBiz.com 39

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The Humane Society of Southwest Missouri always welcomes volunteers!

Volunteers Needed

Prospective volunteers are required to attend a volunteer orientation and training. The orientation provides general information about our organization and will help you decide if we are a good volunteer fit for you. During training, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll learn our procedures and how to safely work with the animals here at the Shelter. In most cases, volunteer orientations and training will be held on the 3rd Saturday of each month. Please check online or call to verify upcoming orientation dates.

Here are just some of the areas where we need your help: Walking/Socialzing dogs Socializing cats Cleaning kennels and other areas of the building Mowing and other yard maintenance

Bathing and grooming dogs Fostering dogs or cats until they can go up for adoption General office work such as mailings Helping staff special events Transporting animals to rescue groups

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For more information on volunteering, please visit our website www.swh.org or email volunteer@swh.org. Sponsored by: Dr. Nancy Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Reilly PsD 40

Annual Christmas Light Show Kick-Off November 29th at Dusk

Everyone is invited to join the Steinert family kick-off party for their annual animated light show! Beginning at dusk, November 29, you will be entertained by an amazing show featuring 10 different songs. Bring your kids and your pets and enjoy the show, plus a bake sale, hot chocolate, coffee, and best of all SANTA!! The light show will continue through January 1, 2014. A donation box will be available nightly with all proceeds benefitting the Republic Paw Pantry. RPP helps area families keep their pets healthy and happy and in their home. The annual light show is located at: 3099 E. Bradford Republic, MO 65738

Thank you Steinert family! For more information on RPP, visit our website at www.republicpawpantry.org.

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First Friday Art Walk November 1 Downtown Springfield, Missouri 6–10pm

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Exploring Your Creative Side

November 8 @ the Gillioz Theatre 325 Park Central East, Springfield, MO

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strations, food, fun, and more in 27 participating venues from 6-10 p.m. on the First Friday of each month. Enjoy the art, meet the artists, and experience Springfield's favorite FREE arts event. Also, as part of the Art Walk, enjoy Art Walk Live! featuring art, live music, cocktail specials, and a shuttle from University Plaza Hotel to Tag Media downtown.

Kenny DeForest Presents: A Truckload O’ Comics is a raw, uninhibited stand up comedy show featuring the best and brightest young comedians from all over the Midwest, including comedians from Comedy Central, HBO, Showtime, Straz, and MTV. For more information, visit www.gillioz.org

Relics Antique Mall Holiday Open House

Kenny DeForest Presents: A Truckload O' Comics

November 7–9 @ Relics Antique Mall & Tea Room 2015 West Battlefield Rd. – Springfield, Missouri Time: 10AM–6PM | Admission: FREE

FREE spiced wine, champagne mimosas, warm apple cider, and homemade holiday baked goods are just a few of the things you’ll find at this year’s Relics Antique Mall Open House. The open house will showcase Relics’ wide selection of antique furniture, decorative antiques, collectibles, and gift items. It will also feature Williams Creek Winery and Oovvda Winery, who will be hosting a FREE WINE TASTING on Saturday afternoon of the open house. Relics Antique Mall & Tea Room is now serving wine, and has special hors d' oeuvres and desserts with extended Tea Room hours for your sipping pleasure.

Dreams of Perfect Design Fashion & Art Show November 7 @ Rogers and Baldwin Historic Venue 314 South Patton Avenue, Springfield, MO Time: 6:30PM Admission: $7 in advance (visit www.dreamsofperfectdesign.com for area locations) and $10 at the door.

Dreams of Perfect Design would like to invite you to an evening of fashion, philanthropy, and fine art. See the latest styles of clothing and wearable art hit the runway. Then, meander through an array of design shops located on site, where you’ll be able to purchase unique and exclusive items from local boutiques and artists. All tickets sales and a portion of the proceeds from purchases made during the event will go toward helping mothers, children, and families in our area so come shop downtown and support your community’s small businesses and make an impact on lives everywhere.

Admission: $12

Springfield Little Theatre Presents: Exit Laughing November 15–24 311 East Walnut Avenue, Springfield, Missouri Time: Thursday 7:30pm (November 21) Friday 7:30PM (November 15 & 22) Saturday 7:30PM (November 16 & 23) Sunday 2:30PM (November 17 & 24) Admission: Adults $25, Seniors (62+), Students, & Military $22; Children (ages 14 and under) $15

One of six winners of The American Association of Community Theatres (AACT) national new works festival, Exit Laughing tells the story of four women whose weekly card night out with the girls is the highlight of their lives. When one of the foursome inconveniently dies, the other three Southern ladies commit the most daring act imaginable…they “borrow” the ashes from the funeral home for one last card game and the wildest, most exciting night of their lives begins with a police raid, a stripper, laughs, and a whole new way of looking at all the fun you can have when you’re truly living. “It’s rare that people literally fall out of a chair laughing, but if it could happen, this would be the play to do it.” (Meredith Pechta, Seattle Examiner)

Springfield Symphony Presents: Folk Art November 23 @ Juanita K. Hammons Hall for Performing Arts 525 South John Q Hammons Parkway, Springfield, MO Time: Pre-Concert Music 7PM; Concert 7:30PM Admission: Check for details

The orchestra brings the music of the people to the symphony hall at this concert of folk tunes, street music, and popular dances. Márquez’s audience-thrilling Danzón no. 2 has, since its debut in 1994 in Mexico City, become one of the most well-received new works for orchestra, and its catchy beat based on Cuba’s popular Danzón will have you stomping your feet and clapping your hands. We bring back violin virtuoso Giora Schmidt on the Korngold Violin Concerto, full of soaring melodies fit for a movie score. Vaughan Williams used a sixteenth-century English folk song as the basis of his five variants of Dives and Lazarus, a beautiful reverie for the orchestra. And in Billy the Kid, Copland turns cowboy tunes and American folk songs into art music for the concert hall.

Springfield Metro CARES Magazine welcomes

to the CARES office downtown for our first Friday Night CARES Social. In 2014 CARES will be highlighting our members during Downtown Springfield’s First Friday Art Walk. This ‘Kick-Off’ will benefit Lost & Found and highlight Children’s Grief Awareness Day in November. Come join us for food, music, and fun from 6:00 – 8:00. The evening will end with a candle-lighting at 7:45 pm. For more information contact Matthew Evans at matthew@goicare.com.

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AN EVENT OF EPIC PROPORTIONS! Eve of the Eve

Masquerade Ball December 30, 2013 University Plaza Convention Center VIP Party: 6:00-7:00pm Masquerade Ball: 7:00-11:00pm

Inaugural presentation of the Eve of the Eve Masquerade Ball! Join us at University Plaza as we celebrate New Year’s Eve on the Eve of the Eve. Celebrate our wonderful nonprofit members and ring in the New Year, New York Style! Don’t miss it! • An elegant dinner prepared by the Master Chef of University Plaza • Nonprofit awards ceremony • Entertainment (You’ve never seen this before!) • Balloon drop with cash & prizes • Champagne toast A portion of the proceeds of this event will benefit the member organizations of Springfield Metro CARES.

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