Burrell Foundation Executive Director Kristen Weaver: "Locally, we continue to build on our mission to support the advancement of behavioral health and inspire stronger more resilient communities through connection, advocacy and philanthropy. Working together, we’ll achieve more."

Tara Benson is slated to take on the role at the Springfield nonprofit in May.

Least of These reports record for highest number of families served.

Locally, over 3,000 charitable organizations are vying for donor dollars and volunteer hours to support their missions. Dan Prater, senior managing consultant with FORVIS LLP, noted the importance of getting their message out.

SBJ interviews the president and CEO of Community Foundation of the Ozarks.

The honorees of this year’s Economic Impact Awards embody what’s possible when talented people come together with innovative ideas to spur growth for our region.

Long wait list remains for affordable senior housing

Habitat Communication and Culture's Paige Oxendine: "Our entire community is enmeshed with our nonprofit sector. These organizations and their leaders need support as they adapt and innovate."

The nonprofit’s president and CEO burns the new building’s mortgage note during celebration. 

Organizers say an interstitial report paves the way for 20th anniversary study in 2024.

FORVIS LLP's Dan Prater: "Although the organizations differ in size and purpose, nearly all of them share a similar struggle: finding enough employees to fill critical positions."

The professional golfer takes home top prize of $180,000.

“Ready. Set. Give.” is a seven-part series that helps companies create a culture of giving. “One idea is to use an employee outing day to volunteer for an organization so you can accomplish …

“A common misconception is that structural engineers are only needed from the initial design phase of a building,” says Travis Miller, Owner and Senior Structural Engineer with Miller …

The majority of this year’s companies receiving top honors are among the most affected industries by COVID-19: restaurant, hospitality and health care.

The organization is collaborating with Springfield Community Gardens on the Nourish the Ozarks initiative.

Panelists share challenges and tips for employee engagement in charities.

“Medical negligence or medical malpractice cases essentially are a platform for families to bring a lawsuit against a healthcare provider,” says Debbie Dodge, Managing Shareholder at Hall Ansley. …

The Springfield Dream Center and Cox Medical Center Branson are among the recipients.

A food truck dubbed 3rabiana opened; a new attraction teed off at Branson Landing; and Springfield Contemporary Theatre reached a deal to occupy the Fox Theatre.