Salvation Army Springfield
Address
1707 West Chestnut Expressway
Springfield, MO 65802
(417) 862-5509
AKA:
THE SALVATION ARMY
Description:
Provides assistance to the homeless, indigent or transient. Services include food pantry, child and adult care food program, congregate meals/nutrition site, summer food service program, extreme weather shelter, rent payment assistance, transitional housing/shelter, school supplies, prescription expense assistance, family support center/outreach, Christmas baskets, Christmas meals, Thanksgiving meals, day camps, youth enrichment programs, recovery home/halfway house, senior center, extreme heat cooling center, and extreme cold warming center.
Christian and Greene counties in Missouri
TRANSPORTATION
Some transportation is provided for children's and senior programs; call for details.
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Is Shelter?
Yes
Related Resource
Date of Official Change:
February 7, 2024
Address Listings
Physical (Primary)
1707 West Chestnut Expressway
Springfield, MO 65802
Mailing
PO Box 9685
Springfield, MO 65801
Contacts
Major Amos Shiels
Major Cyndi Shiels
Corps Officer
(417) 862-5509 x105
Phone Numbers
Main
(417) 862-5509
Fax
(417) 862-1135
Legal Status:
Non-Profit
Services
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Description
Free supper program for school-age children during the school year; breakfast and lunch are offered in the summer months. Front Line Feeding Program: Free lunch served daily for anyone who is hungry at Salvation Army Harbor House. Also provides lunch for Senior Citizens at 1707 W. Chestnut Expressway in Springfield.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 4:30pm to 5:30pm during the school year. Mon-Fri - 7:30am to 8:30am breakfast and Mon-Fri from 12pm (Noon) to 1:00pm lunch programs during summer vacation months. Noon - 1:00pm at Salvation Army Harbor House. Noon - 1:00pm for Seniors at Salvation Army Springfield.
Required Documents
No Documentation Required
Eligibility
Call for more information or go to www.salvationarmyspringfield.org
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Self-referral by coming in
Languages
English
Service Area
Greene County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Greene County
- Greene County
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Description
Provides Christmas packages (including food, toys, and new gloves and hats) for low-income families, senior citizens, and disabled individuals; also provides a community Christmas Day meal. Sign-up for Christmas assistance takes place during October and November. Please call 417-862-5509 or visit www.salvation armyspringfield.org for further information.
Hours
Food packages are generally packed and distributed in December; call for details The mid-day Christmas Day dinner is served at 636 N. Boonville Avenue
Required Documents
Applicants for Christmas food and toys should bring photo identification, Social Security card for each member of the household, proof of income, and proof of residency.
Eligibility
Dinner is open to the public
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Families can apply for Christmas packages at the Salvation Army, 1707 W. Chestnut Expressway, Springfield (corner of Kansas Expressway and Chestnut).
Languages
English
Service Area
Greene County in Missouri
Geography Served
None
Description
Providing a mid-day Christmas Day dinner from 12:00-1:00pm is served at 636 N. Boonville Avenue
Hours
12:00pm to 1:00pm on Christmas Day
Required Documents
None
Eligibility
No restrictions
Fees
No Fee
Intake Procedure
Come in for service
Languages
English
Service Area
Springfield in Greene County in Missouri
Geography Served
None
Description
Front Line Feeding Program: Free lunch served daily for anyone who is hungry at Salvation Army Harbor House. Also provides lunch for Senior Citizens at 1707 W. Chestnut Expressway in Springfield.
Hours
Noon - 1:00pm at The Salvation Army Harbor House. Noon - 1:00pm for Seniors at The Salvation Army Springfield.
Required Documents
Photo ID for Senior Citizens Program No required documents for Frontline Feeding Program
Eligibility
Senior Citizens Program: Age 50 and older. Females served, ages 50 to 150. Males served, ages 50 to 150.
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call or come in to complete application for Senior Citizens Program.
Languages
English
Service Area
Greene County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Greene County
- Greene County
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Description
A summer day camp that provides a safe environment for children during the summer months.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 7:00am to 7:00pm when Springfield public schools are not in session
Required Documents
Immunization records
Eligibility
Summer before kindergarten through 8th grade.
Fees
Call For Details
Intake Procedure
Complete an application online at www.salvationarmyspringfield.org
Languages
English
Service Area
Greene County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Greene County
- Greene County
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Description
Operates a warming center at 1707 W. Chestnut Expressway in Springfield when the National Weather Service declares extreme cold weather.
Hours
Mon - Fri 8:30am to 4:30pm. Hour vary according to holidays. Call for more information.
Required Documents
No documentation required
Eligibility
Open to all; children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Come in for Service
Languages
English
Service Area
Greene and Christian County in Missouri
Geography Served
None
Description
Operates a cooling center at 1707 W. Chestnut Expressway in Springfield when the National Weather Service declares a heat advisory and/or an excessive heat warning. Hydration is available.
Hours
Mon - Fri 8:30am to 4:30pm
Required Documents
No Documentation Required
Eligibility
Open to all; children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Come In For Service
Languages
English
Service Area
Greene and Christian County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Christian County
- Greene County
- Christian County
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Description
Operates an extreme emergency cold weather shelter at Harbor House in Springfield during cold weather emergencies when the National Weather Service forecasts extreme cold.
Hours
Open for overnight shelter at 7:00pm; depending on the weather forecast.
Required Documents
Picture ID
Eligibility
Open to all; children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Self-referral by coming in
Languages
English
Service Area
Greene County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Greene County
- Greene County
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Description
The Family Enrichment Center provides a nurturing and safe place for families who are homeless; a long-term intervention program that offers hope and practical assistance in helping those who wish to break the cycle of homelessness. Families in emergency may call to enroll into the program.
Hours
24 Hours
Required Documents
Picture ID, Social Security Card, proof of marriage, warrant check, registry check
Eligibility
Men with children, women with children, legally-married couples, single women without children.
Fees
Portion of payments, depending on income; call for details
Intake Procedure
Call Or Come In For Service
Languages
English
Service Area
Greene County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Greene County
- Greene County
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Description
Provides a food pantry.
Hours
Wed - 9:30am to 12:00pm and 1:00p, to 2:30pm.
Required Documents
Picture ID, Social Security Cards for everyone in the household, Proof Of Address
Eligibility
Bring proper ID (see Documents) to determine eligibility.
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Come In for Service
Languages
Arrangements can be made for a Spanish translator.
Service Area
Greene County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Greene County
- Greene County
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Description
Provides prescription medication payment assistance; up to $50 in a one-year period may be available for each household member who qualifies.
Hours
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri - 9:30am to 12:00pm (Noon) and 1:00pm to 3:30pm
Required Documents
Picture ID, Social Security Card, Proof Of Address; bring prescription before filling it
Eligibility
Bring proper ID (see Documents) to determine eligibility.
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Walk In for Service
Languages
English and arrangements can be made for a Spanish translator.
Service Area
Christian and Greene counties in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Christian County
- Greene County
- Christian County
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Description
Provides an opportunity for men struggling with addictions to reestablish themselves in the community. Classes, counseling, and work experience, along with accountability and a safe environment give men a new start in life. Located at 636 N. Boonville, Springfield MO.
Hours
24 Hours
Required Documents
Picture ID
Eligibility
Men with substance abuse problems; minimum age 18.
Fees
Call For Details
Intake Procedure
Call Or Come In To Apply; breathalyzer test required
Languages
English
Service Area
Greene County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Greene County
- Greene County
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Description
Provides rent payment assistance.
Hours
Call the Social Services office - 417-862-5509, ext108 - at 8:30am on the first working day of the month if it is not on the weekend or Wednesday; if it is, call the next working day. An appointment will be set up to come in that week or the next week if rental assistance is available; Can call during the fourth week of the month to learn the following month's schedule.
Required Documents
Picture ID, Social Security Card, Proof Of Address (dated within 60 days) with the head of household's name and address on it
Eligibility
Bring proper ID (see Documents) to determine eligibility.
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Appointment Required
Languages
Arrangements can be made for a Spanish translator.
Service Area
Christian and Greene counties in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Christian County
- Greene County
- Christian County
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Description
Provides back-to-school clothing, shoes, and school supplies.
Hours
Must pre-register for assistance - Sign up at the Salvation Army, 1707 West Chestnut Expressway.
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
Picture ID Social Security Cards for everyone in the household Proof of income Proof of residency
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Telephone to Apply
Languages
English
Service Area
Greene and Christian County in Missouri
Geography Served
None
Description
Provides weekday senior citizen program and activities.
Hours
Mon - Fri 10:00am to 12:00pm (social time) Mon - Fri 12:00pm to 1:00pm (lunch) Call main phone number for more information
Required Documents
Photo ID
Eligibility
Age 50 and older. Females served, ages 50 to 150. Males served, ages 50 to 150.
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call or come in to complete application
Languages
English
Service Area
Greene County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Greene County
- Greene County
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Description
Providing breakfast and lunch for children and youth.
Availability
Program runs mid-May through mid-August
Hours
Breakfast 8:00am Lunch 11:00am to 12:00pm
Required Documents
Call for information
Eligibility
Children and youth under 18 years old
Fees
No fees
Intake Procedure
Call for information
Languages
English
Service Area
Springfield MO in Greene County Missouri
Geography Served
None
Description
A Thanksgiving Day mid-day meal is served at 1707 W. Chestnut Expressway.
Hours
11:30am to 1:00pm
Required Documents
No Documentation Required
Eligibility
Open to the public
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Self-referral by phone or come in
Languages
English
Service Area
Greene County in Missouri
Geography Served
None
Description
The Family Enrichment Center provides transitional housing for single females and families that are homeless. The Harbor House provides emergency shelter for men who are homeless.
Hours
24 Hours
Required Documents
Call For Details
Eligibility
People who are currently living in a shelter situation.
Fees
Portion of rent based on income; call for details
Intake Procedure
Must be referred by a case manager at a homeless shelter
Languages
English
Service Area
Greene County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Greene County
- Greene County
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Description
Provides weekday senior citizen program and activities; hot meals are served; an indoor walking program is provided.
Hours
Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri - 8:30am to 1:00pm Tue - 8:30am to 2:00pm
Required Documents
Photo ID
Eligibility
Age 55 and older. Females served, ages 55 to 150. Males served, ages 55 to 150.
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call or walk in to complete application
Languages
English Only
Service Area
Greene County in Missouri
Geography Served
None
Description
Provides an after-school program during the school year.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 3:00pm to 7:00pm
Required Documents
Immunization records
Eligibility
Children in kindergarten through eighth grade. Females served, ages 5 to 13 . Males served, ages 5 to 13 .
Fees
Call for details
Intake Procedure
Complete an application on the website at www.salvationarmyspringfield.org or call 417-862-5509, ext 113
Languages
English
Service Area
Greene County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Greene County
- Greene County
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Description
Kids Power House provides youth music and character-building activities each week; meals and transportation are included.
Hours
Wed - 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Required Documents
Information Not Provided by Agency
Eligibility
Ages 5-13
Fees
Very minimal; call for details
Intake Procedure
Complete an application on the website at www.salvationarmyspringfield.org or call 417-862-5509, ext 113
Languages
English
Service Area
Greene County in Missouri
Geography Served
- Missouri
- Greene County
- Greene County
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