We Rise Together

Basic needs aren't negotiable.

VAC is a local nonprofit responding to the basic needs of the individuals within our community.
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We are currently CLOSED as we move into our new home. 
1300 Bowling St Columbia, MO 65201

We'll reopen April 6th at 9am with more space. better systems and ready to make a larger impact. 
New look. New location. Same heart.
8,472
Individuals
3,533
Households
21,992
Needs Met

service qualifications

We provide financial assistance with basic and emergency needs to  people living in Boone County, Missouri
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SHelter Volunteering

Ready to make a difference in your community? Sign up today to volunteer at our shelter and be part of the impact.
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VAC has more options than donating monetarily. Learn more about how you can support our organization.
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Contact Our Office

Want to schedule an appointment? Or do you have a question about one of our programs? Contact us!
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Join us April 2 from 6:00โ€“7:30 PM for the first session of the VAC Opportunity Campus Volunteer & Community Training Series โ€” Boone County Homelessness 101 & Homeless Service Providers.This free virtual training is a great opportunity to learn about homelessness in our community, hear from local service providers, and discover how individuals and organizations are working together to support our neighbors experiencing housing instability.You'll hear from voices across the community โ€” including @ColumbiaBooneHealth, @WelcomeHomeMO, @LoveColumbia, @CMCA_Columbia, and @DIVERTColumbia โ€” each bringing a different piece of the picture.Whether you're interested in volunteering, working in the field, or simply want to better understand the issue, this is a great place to start.๐Ÿ“… April 2 ยท 6:00โ€“7:30 PM๐Ÿ’ป Free Virtual ยท $20 In-Seat๐Ÿ”— secure.qgiv.com/for/voluntaryactioncenter/event/vacopportunitycampusvolunteertraining/ Learn more. Get involved. Be part of the solution.#CommunityTraining #EndHomelessness #Volunteer #BooneCounty #VACOpportunityCampus #ColumbiaM O #Homelessness101 ... See MoreSee Less
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We are CLOSED today through April 3rd. We'll be back to providing services in our NEW SPACE April 6th @9am!Today we start the move into the Cindy Mustard Resource Center on VAC Opportunity Campus. Our current location is closed as we transition.If you need immediate assistance please contact 211 for direction on who can assist while we transition. Beginning April 6, 2026 you can find us here:VAC Opportunity CampusCindy Mustard Resource Center1300 Bowling St, Columbia, MO 65201We will reopen for service Monday April 6, 2026 at 9am in our new hom#vac#cindymustardresourcecentere#vacopportunitycampusa#columbiamob#como#CoMo ... See MoreSee Less
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403A Vandiver Drive, Columbia MO 65202 | Phone: 573-874-2273 | Fax: 573-874-9172 | vac@vacmo.org
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