Show Me State Lights who are lighting our way — join us every WE CARE DAY, monthly on the 25th. One day and one act of kindness shared among all of us — of all faiths and no faith. Do it because kindness feels good — and service to others increases your gratitude to God. It is a good thing.
These organizations are quietly doing the work of Matthew 25:40 in Missouri — feeding the hungry, sheltering the stranger, lifting the fallen — and the important work of assisting those oppressed by life. It is a beautiful thing, responding to those in need as we are all commanded. They serve their neighbors. These are not just examples to follow — they would welcome your time and support of their mission.
Missouri — Lights shining across the Show Me State
A Christian ministry serving 2,600 families every month in Pulaski County. Food pantry, domestic abuse shelter, and two thrift stores. Serving the Fort Leonard Wood military community and everyone around it. Named for the parable — living it out.
The 2011 tornado that killed 158 people did not break this congregation — it built them. When crisis comes to Joplin, they already know what to do. Active community outreach confirmed. This is what resilient faith looks like.
A large Springfield congregation with active food ministry and community outreach. Baptist tradition of serving the neighbor — practiced in the Ozarks for generations.
Headquartered in Independence, Missouri. An international Christian denomination with a global mission of peace and justice. Food assistance, refugee advocacy, and community service rooted in their belief that pursuing peace is a sacred responsibility.
Founder Randy Grim specializes in the hardest cases — feral, broken, scared dogs that other rescues won't touch. He built an organization around the ones nobody wanted.
Food assistance, refugee support, community programs. Zakat and sadaqah working quietly in the Gateway City.
Over 150 years of tikkun olam in St. Louis. Counseling, food assistance, elder care, refugee resettlement — for anyone.
Took over Kansas City's municipal shelter in 2012. Kansas City is now a no-kill city. One organization with a mission changed what an entire city does with its animals.
Feeding America member. 29 counties in southwest Missouri. The backbone of hunger relief in the Ozarks.
The 25th of every month is WE CARE DAY.
One day and one act of kindness shared among all of us — of all faiths and no faith. Do it because kindness feels good — and service to others increases your gratitude to God. It is a good thing.
Share your WE CARE DAY story — the one that made you feel good about doing it. Every little kindness helps. A compliment goes a long way. Jesus says don't tell anyone of your kindness, but we need your example so you only get to use your last name initial so you don't have to compromise your faith. Tell us — what made you feel good helping someone? Your story lights the way for others.
Know a business or organization in Missouri that shares our values — serving neighbors, lifting the vulnerable, doing the important work of assisting those oppressed by life — Matthew 25:40? Tell us about them and we'll shine a light on their work so that you may patronize these entities who share your values.