Developmental Center of the Ozarks receives a $10,000 grant to provide classroom learning centers for its Early Child Care and Education program, which offers language stimulation, motor development and play activities. The grant was part of $135,000 in grants awarded by Community Foundation of the Ozarks on March 11 to seven local agencies providing services to children in need. The grants are part of CFO's Children's Issues in Education grant round, and each funded project addresses what CFO calls "red-flag" issues affecting children. P002

Lighthouse Child & Family Development Center receives a $19,820 grant to help pay for a second facility and the necessary equipment for it in partnership with the Messiah Lutheran Church. Demand is on the rise for the center's services, which help low-income, high-need families become informed and self-sufficient members of the community. The grant was part of $135,000 in grants awarded by Community Foundation of the Ozarks on March 11 to seven local agencies providing services to children in need. The grants are part of CFO's Children's Issues in Education grant round, and each funded project addresses what CFO calls "red-flag" issues affecting children. P003

The Foundation for Springfield Public Schools receives a $37,960 grant, which will be matched through a commitment by the foundation, to be used to fund high-impact program proposals developed by teachers and principals and exceeding $5,000. The high-impact grants are aimed at encouraging collaboration and creative thinking. The grant was part of $135,000 in grants awarded by Community Foundation of the Ozarks on March 11 to seven local agencies providing services to children in need. The grants are part of CFO's Children's Issues in Education grant round, and each funded project addresses what CFO calls "red-flag" issues affecting children. P004

The Discovery Center and Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield receive a $16,430 grant to fund a 10-week, inquiry-based science learning program called "Summer of Science." The project also includes a field trip and establishing "green teams" to promote sustainability projects. The grant was part of $135,000 in grants awarded by Community Foundation of the Ozarks on March 11 to seven local agencies providing services to children in need. The grants are part of CFO's Children's Issues in Education grant round, and each funded project addresses what CFO calls "red-flag" issues affecting children. P005

Springfield Public Schools and Pleasant View School receive a $25,000 grant to create a school garden project, which will be incorporated into the school menu to teach students about healthy diets and science. The grant was part of $135,000 in grants awarded by Community Foundation of the Ozarks on March 11 to seven local agencies providing services to children in need. The grants are part of CFO's Children's Issues in Education grant round, and each funded project addresses what CFO calls "red-flag" issues affecting children. P006

North Springfield Betterment Foundation receives a $2,400 grant to support its program that promotes student attendance at north-side schools. The program offers prizes and materials to winners. The grant was part of $135,000 in grants awarded by Community Foundation of the Ozarks on March 11 to seven local agencies providing services to children in need. The grants are part of CFO's Children's Issues in Education grant round, and each funded project addresses what CFO calls "red-flag" issues affecting children. P007