2026 40 Under 40: Andrea Harp

As a parent of a child with a disability, Andrea Harp, 38, strives to be a leader for her community.

“Not every parent of a child with a disability has the freedom or capacity to advocate for change,” she says. “I take my role as a representative seriously.”

Harp is the director of marketing for Care to Learn, where she led a brand refresh to “reflect the joy that comes after a need is met,” she says. The uplifting brand style leans into the nonprofit’s bright green color palette, which is showcased in plans for new headquarters at 1730 E. Portland.

Through past roles at Camp Barnabas and Ozarks Community Hospital Health System, Harp has been a steadfast advocate for disability inclusivity. Most recently, her work as a board member for Abilities First helped award grants for adult-sized changing tables in three Springfield public buildings.

Harp says, “This happened because of so many people’s hard work, but it also started with leaders who were willing to listen to stories like mine – and my daughter’s.”