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Kids Across America (KAA) is a Christian organization located in Branson, MO that is dedicated to transforming the lives of urban youth and their mentors through camping and education. With a mission to build Christian leaders, KAA encourages, equips, and empowers youth by implementing the Gospel of Jesus Christ into every sport and activity, setting a foundation for faith and developing the next generation of leaders. Through high-energy fun and fellowship, KAA offers a unique summer camp experience where every day is filled with excitement and opportunities for personal growth. In addition to their regular summer camps for different age groups, KAA also offers a three-year Christian Leadership Camp called Higher Ground, designed to encourage and equip high school students with a focus on biblical Disciple-Making and Servant-Leadership Development. With thousands of happy campers and a track record of success, KAA is committed to bridging the gap between culture and Christ, empowering youth to transform their communities for Christ.Generated from the website

Rare Breed Youth Services is a central hub in Springfield, MO that provides immediate access to basic needs and rapid access to community services for homeless and at-risk youth ages 13-24. They offer a safe and welcoming environment, conveniently located near public transportation, where youth can access crucial services such as hygiene items, showers, clothing, food, and laundry, as well as computer labs, art and music studios, and a workout room. As a front door in the Continuum of Care, Rare Breed assists youth in completing housing assessments and accessing shelter and housing assistance programs. Their dedicated staff is trained to work with youth to build life skills that will help them lead healthy and independent lives, and they provide referrals to a wide variety of community services, including healthcare, education, and job training. Rare Breed is an active partner in the Ozarks Alliance to End Homelessness, collaborating with various agencies to ensure that homelessness is rare, brief, and non-recurring in the region.Generated from the website