As we connect with neighbors and partners across Springfield, we’re often asked who we are and what we do. This brief Flourish FAQ offers a simple look at our mission, our programs, and how you can join us in serving our community. What is Flourish’s …
Many in our community have faced profound hardship and endured cycles of dysfunction, yet they hold a strong desire for change. They long to leave behind a painful past and build a future grounded in hope and stability—but often lack the support, skills, and resources …
Many in our community have faced profound hardship and endured cycles of dysfunction, yet they hold a strong desire for change. They long to leave behind a painful past and build a future grounded in hope and stability—but often lack the support, skills, and resources …
Many in our community have faced profound hardship and endured cycles of dysfunction, yet they hold a strong desire for change. They long to leave behind a painful past and build a future grounded in hope and stability—but often lack the support, skills, and resources …
Flourish exists to empower individuals seeking lasting transformation. Meaningful and lasting change happens when people are equipped with practical tools, surrounded by support, and reconnected with purpose and faith. Flourish has recently partnered with two local nonprofits (Alpha House and One More 24) to bring faith-based life-change programming to those navigating …
How do you truly get to know the people in your neighborhood? That was the question we at Flourish asked ourselves nearly three years ago. Despite visiting several churches in the Heart of the Westside, we found that most attendees lived outside the neighborhood, and …
Flourish’s own, Katelyn Yoder has proudly served as the Resource Coordinator for Y Gardens and Nordic Landing, our local “vertical communities,” for an entire year! This milestone marks a year filled with opportunities to connect with residents, immerse ourselves in each unique community, and define …
Through our Coach House transformational program for women, we have seen first-hand the outcome of lives filled with destructive behavior due to shattered self-image. In most cases, their circumstances result from really bad lifestyle choices due to a lack of a positive support system and …
Flourish CDC has had a memorable year filled with so many moments where we get to see God moving in our communities and transforming people’s lives. We wanted to share a few of those moments with you so that you can share in celebrating all …
The past few months have been busy in Flourish’s vertical communities. We officially held the ribbon cutting for Nordic Landing, and I have had the opportunity to get to know many residents during my weekly office hours both at Nordic Landing and the Y-Gardens. I …
by Wayne Thompson, Executive Director Flourish recently celebrated its one-year anniversary of establishing its office in the Heart of the Westside (HOTW), a historic neighborhood located on the northwest side of Springfield. This community also currently faces some significant socioeconomic challenges. Additionally, residents are hesitant …
By Rebecca Jeter, Flourish Program Director On April 25, 2024, Flourish celebrated with seven participants and seven mentors as they completed the Budget Basics program. Students attended a Thursday night class held at The Well Church for eight weeks, participated in group discussion, and completed …
As spring gives way to summer, Flourish is busy connecting with more and more residents moving into vertical communities. Flourish’s Resource Coordinator, Katelyn Yoder is the friendly face residents might find at the Y Gardens near OTC on Chestnut Expressway, and the recently opened Nordic …
One way Schweitzer serves our community is through the ministries of Flourish Community Development Corporation (CDC). Recently, Flourish filled two needed staff roles. Katelyn Yoder is now serving as Flourish’s Resource Coordinator. Her main focus is providing resources and creating community in the two vertical …
by Cherrie Segrist The path of my life has not always been easy. In fact, it has taken time for my heart to start the healing process from many wounds. In my life, I have endured physical abuse, mental abuse, and emotional abuse. Through my …