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        KVC Missouri is a nonprofit team that’s passionate about strengthening families, preventing child abuse and neglect, and helping people achieve mental wellness. Learn about KVC Missouri.

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      • At KVC, we want every child and adult to be safe & connected to a strong family and a healthy community. We’re proud to be a leader in innovative, effective and compassionate care. See our services and programs overview.

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      • Locations Across Missouri

        KVC offers Missouri’s most comprehensive continuum of care with family strengthening services, foster care case management, foster parent training and licensing, children’s mental health treatment, K-12 therapeutic education and more.

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        • Columbia
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        • Kirksville
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Other Ways to Give

One-Time Gift

One-time gifts of any amount can be used in connection with other gifts to make a transformational impact on KVC. Generous giving makes it possible for KVC to maintain cutting edge services, increase the mental wellness in the community, and strengthen our families and communities. To make a one-time gift of cash using a credit card please use the donation form listed.  

To make a one-time gift of stock, a donor-advised fund award, real estate or deferred charitable distribution, please click the link so that a member of our team can connect you.  

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Everyday Hero - Monthly Giving Program

By giving a monthly gift, you’ll become an Everyday Hero for children and families.

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Donor-Advised Fund Donation

Recommending a gift to KVC through your donor advised fund (DAF) is simple. You can provide direct support to KVC and the children and families we serve by giving from your DAF. This method of giving allows you the opportunity to recommend how much and how often KVC will receive a grant from your DAF. 

Planned Giving

Generosity comes in many forms, and it’s often the best way for you to support your family and the important causes that matter the most to you in your life. When you make a planned gift to the KVC Foundation, you create a legacy of support that will help us make a difference for generations to come.  

Donors who make a planned gift commitment become members of the KVC Legacy Society.

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We welcome donations of personal hygiene items, school supplies, holiday gifts, and more.

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Support fundraising events that help us provide medical and behavioral healthcare, social services and education.

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Many companies sponsor matching gift programs to support charitable contributions made by their employees. Gifts from employees’ spouses and retirees may also qualify for a matching gift. If you volunteer with us, your company may have a volunteer match program.

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An Organization You Can Trust

KVC has received the prestigious Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar, the top nonprofit information source worldwide. Your generous donations have the power to positively impact the lives of children and families in need.

Learn more or view KVC Missouri’s 2024 Impact Report.

KVC Missouri has received the prestigious Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar, the top nonprofit information source worldwide. Your generous donations have the power to positively impact the lives of children in need!

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Contact Us

St. Louis/Webster Groves
330 North Gore Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63119
(844) 424-3577

Kansas City
2537 Madison Ave
Kansas City, MO 64108
816-895-4200 

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For our corporate office (accounting, HR, IT), call:
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edward estrada
7/11/2025
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Flor Rasmussen has been an absolute pleasure to work with. She has been understanding and a key to reunification with my daughter. They have been with me every step of the way with understanding and compassion ❤️. My daughter is now home. She made an 8 year long dream come true. Thank you.
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Keri Daniels
7/03/2025
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KVC Missouri in Kirksville was a huge support during my son’s aftercare. The staff built a real relationship with him and kept me in the loop every step of the way. They helped make the transition back home smooth and supported both of us through the process. I truly appreciate the care and effort they put in. — Nicholas Kelly
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Nicholas Kelly
6/29/2025
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Wonderful organization doing great things for the community! ♥️
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Hannah Andrews
6/28/2025
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Working with Royal was absolutely fantastic. She was attentive to the needs of the case and was very responsive. She also made herself available as much as needed. I’d highly recommend the after care services from KVC!
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Alyssa Arnsperger
6/27/2025
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KVC is a big part of my recovery they all are very awesome some are a pretty hard on you but it's to make sure your going to straighten up! Kristen Keppler is amazing she does everything she can to get the family reunited! She feels like a mom to me and my kids love her she's very professional but also has that mother love! We need more case managers like her!! My past experiences with childrens division was one of the worse, they tried keeping my kids for everything. KVC is by far the best at keeping kids safe and reuniting families when it's appropriate
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Summer Henry
6/26/2025
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KVC Home Visiting does an amazing job in our community supporting their clients.
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Damien Smith
6/26/2025
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We had 2 great workers through KVC. Would love to work with them again.
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Beth Yoder
6/26/2025
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KVC has been a tremendous help to our family!
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Stacey Whittom
6/26/2025
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KVC Home Visiting does an amazing job!
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Dalex Dodd
6/26/2025
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Annie Barlow
6/26/2025
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We at New Leaf Apartments have been a witness to KVC's diligence, determination and desire to give back to the local community. We understand not every story will be a success but where would any of us be without a chance or even a second chance. Angel and the Crew at KVC run a tight ship, they aim to make sure women in need are gainfully employed and placed in a safe place to call home. We have even made adjustments ourselves to match their commitment. Yes, we are known to be more on the strict side but like KVC with only the tenants in mind. We are proud to offer a secured building with surveillance, keyed entry and with rules/guidlines to help aid with any fresh start. It's been so wonderful to see lives blessed by this program. This local chapter of KVC has a real compassion for what they do.
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6/25/2025
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Such a wonderful resource for the community and surrounding areas! To have a shelter of this type for women to lean on in their troubled times. This is so very important to not just women in our area, but the families of these women that it helps in the future can be astronomical! So thankful for this! There really is dire need for many of these types of testimonials to ensure women have a a safe and secure home while recovering from what ever addiction or circumstance that have led to their situation at hand!
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Christi Kirby
6/25/2025
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The KVC Women’s Shelter in Doniphan, MO is such a valuable resource for our community. It’s a place that offers support and safety to those who need it most, and we’re fortunate to have it here. Knowing there’s a space like this in our area makes a difference, and I appreciate the work being done to serve local women and families during difficult times.
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Daniel & Jamie Baucom
6/25/2025
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I'm amazed at the staff. They were always available to help with anything. Always kind and caring. They helped me through a very bad time in my life and I hold all them close to my heart. I'm now living on my own and I'm doing good thanks to the staff at great circle. Thank you all for everything you helped me to accomplish.
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Julie Eckhoff
6/25/2025
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The women’s shelter is doing great things in our community. As a local medical provider I see the great things happening. Keep up the great work.
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Jennifer Smith
6/25/2025
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KVC worked to help a tenant to avoid eviction. They were amazing to work with and help a family during a very difficult time in their lives.
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Susan Skaggs
6/25/2025
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KVC organization is amazing at what they do. They help so many people in need!!! Keep up the good work. You are a blessing to my family!
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Cheryl Samples
6/25/2025
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You won't find a more professional team of people who care about each individual who comes to them for help and are in a time of need.
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Matthew Faughn
6/25/2025
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This is such an asset in the Doniphan community. Great people helping others
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Kaitlin Dodd
6/25/2025
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They do amazing work, Thank God for them
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Cohen Mohrmann
6/25/2025
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Tony Ketchem
6/25/2025
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They were very helpful and when I needed help they were there to talk me through what I needed .
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Terri Severs
6/20/2025
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Always there to answer any questions and very helpful with any issues you come up with
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Linda
6/20/2025
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Great training/instructor (Jamie Kelsey). Active, friendly, professional, and well informed!
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Jay Reed
5/12/2025
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Catina Hall
5/09/2025
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KVC Niles has helped my son, understand his emotions, and how to work through his trauma. We love Niles, and are thankful for everything they have done. We love the family dinners, We loved having Ms. Ty, for his teacher and we adored Ms. Kristen. For family therapy. We love Ms. T. She has always been welco.ing to the front office. And Ms. Yahna has been very accommodating for our family especially when I have had concerns. Niles is not for every fa.ily, yet we are thankful it was exactly what our family needed
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Tammy Smith
5/08/2025
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My daughter is currently at KVC in Columbia, I am very pleased with the services provided. I am seeing great progress in her since being at the treatment center. I can’t begin to describe the wonderful team that they have at the facility.
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Amanda Nein-erickson
5/02/2025
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Teddy Underwood
4/08/2025
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Matt at KVC has been awesome to work with. We have partnered with what was Great Circle and now KVC for 5+ years for their grounds maintenance. Thank you for your continued support!
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COS
4/04/2025
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I enjoy working with my students. I love seeing them become successful in school. I think it is the most rewarding part of my job!
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L G
4/04/2025
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Having to have a child go into a residential facility is such a hard, scary thing. I am so grateful for the wonderful care team and house staff my child has at KVC Columbia. They take measures to ensure that I am a part of her treatment and that I understand what’s going on. If the person I ask a question to doesn’t have the answer, they take steps to connect me with the person that does have those answers. While it doesn’t make the fact that my child is in residential any less difficult, my mind is at some ease knowing she is safe and being taken care of by people who truly care and are dedicated to a positive treatment outcome.
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S Light
4/03/2025
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Amazing company, they take care of kids very well. I could tell the kids like and respect the staff! Very pleased with how this company provides therapy for clients and their families. Highly recommend. Staff was very helpful and answered all of the concerns I had, as I was leaving the facility I could see the kids doing outdoor activities genuinely enjoying themselves and having fun. KVC STJ is the way to go!
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Josue Perez
4/03/2025
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In today's climate of mental health challenges, having an awesome resource such as KVC is essential. Friendly staff, efficient process, and relatable resources. The programs offered are going to create the sustainable foundation needed for better health and brighter futures. Thank you all for the work you do.
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Marquita Dorsey
4/03/2025
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Great coworkers to work with, most of the coworkers are there in a heartbeat to help other coworkers out when they are in a situation where they need help.
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Natalie Erickson
4/03/2025
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Great place! Staff is very professional!
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Gaby Medina
4/03/2025
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mikalah k
4/03/2025
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KVC Missouri Residential is a place where kids feel safe, loved, and cherished. KVC takes a thoughtful, therapeutic approach that really helps kids work through what they’re going through. The staff are compassionate, patient, and committed to making each child feel seen, heard, and supported.
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Phillip E
4/02/2025
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I love working for KVC. It’s like night and day compared to any other facility. Great staff and great leadership along with amazing and well behaved kids
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PACK
4/02/2025
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Great Campus with Great staff. They were great with my child.
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Alex Umbra
4/02/2025
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4/02/2025
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Ariana Landry
4/02/2025
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My experience with KVC Missouri Saint James comes through their Autism classroom, and I cannot speak highly enough about the incredible impact this program has had on our students. Over the past two years, we have seen remarkable growth in their skills, confidence, and overall progress.Ms. Trishia is absolutely amazing, and her team of paraprofessionals is doing a fantastic job supporting each student’s unique needs. They truly see our students for who they are and provide the individualized services necessary to help them achieve their learning goals. Their dedication and expertise make a profound difference in the lives of the students they serve.I am excited to see the continued progress our students make in this outstanding program.
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CHRISTINA Cornick
4/01/2025
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Besides being horribly tricked into coming here, It wasn’t that bad. It wasn’t Disney World by any means and my therapist said I needed to stop yelling “Oh mystery tool” every time they asked me what tool I planned to use to deal with my anger. Seriously though, staff were cool. Shout out to Mardwell for not being a raging alcoholic every time he clocked out for the day. We were a lot to handle most days and dude has patience of a saint. I learned a lot and was even able to graduate high school from here.
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chrisean thomas
4/01/2025
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Really cool place for struggling youth. It’s a beautiful campus with awesome and caring workers. The clinical team is fantastic.
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Wyatt King
4/01/2025
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Best residential treatment program around. The staff here are caring and want kids to get better and succeed in life.
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Arbiter Strength
4/01/2025
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This is an amazing place for kidsThey have amazing staff working with the children10/10 recommended
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Tanisha Vanaman
4/01/2025
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KVC St. James offers a caring environment and highly skilled staff to help kids heal from trauma.
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Nathan King
4/01/2025
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Always treated professionally with sometimes sensitive information & decisions
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Brian Minnes
4/01/2025
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Beautiful campus , Great employees !
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MDsLawnService
4/01/2025
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Very nice Campus!
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tervon dorsey
4/01/2025
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Love everything about this place the staff are friendly and helpful
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allison abramovitz
3/31/2025
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The FCCM team went above and beyond for our family. The whole team was a pleasure to work with. They helped us with everything we needed and any questions we had. They were always kind and respectful. They helped us navigate through a tough situation with ease and we appreciate them more than words can express!
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Kayla Perkins
3/25/2025
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Brett and Kassey run an amazing program with the best staff. Friendly, safe, and organized. Power went out due to high winds while we were there but it was like a hiccup and everything kept rolling. They also went above and beyond to help us celebrate our daughters 12th birthday. Thank you guys!! We hope to make it back one day.
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Emi Vida
3/21/2025
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No better place to be with family and friends. The staff are Amazing. They have the biggest hearts and went above and beyond with accommodating our family and making our time here unforgettable.
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Kenny Vida
3/21/2025
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This place is special. Staff is highly experienced and professional. They ensured all participants were seen, heard, and valued.
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Jason Pratscher
3/21/2025
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Great place to bring your family.....phenomenal staff everyone here is amazing.....thank you WWP....
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Jesus Jasso
3/21/2025
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Natalie Erickson
3/21/2025
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We recently hosted a retreat at Meramec Adventure Ranch, and I can’t say enough about how incredible the experience was! From start to finish, everything was absolutely fantastic. The facilities were well-maintained, the activities were top-notch, and the natural setting provided the perfect backdrop for our group’s retreat. A huge shoutout to Brett and Casey, who went above and beyond to ensure our group’s needs were met. Their hospitality, professionalism, and understanding of our mission made all the difference. They took the time to tailor the experience to our group, and their support throughout the retreat was invaluable. If you’re looking for a place that combines adventure, relaxation, and outstanding service, Meramec Adventure Ranch is it. We’ll absolutely be back! Highly recommend!
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Rich Watson
3/20/2025
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I don’t even know where to begin to describe what this camp has meant to our family. We have been foster parents for thirty years and have had many children during that time. Unfortunately, many of these kiddos are separated from their siblings due to unforeseen circumstances. This camp has made it a mission to help kids have at least one week with their siblings together. Reuniting them, even for a while to forget all the reasons that brought them into care. They get to bunk together, cook their meals together, be partners in games and crafts, as well as make memories that they will never forget. Kassey and the crew are beyond amazing and I hope everyone takes advantage of this camp for their kiddos in care. Thank you guys for all you have done for our family! We will never forget you!
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Julie Bruton
3/20/2025
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Amanda Kennedy
3/20/2025
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Meramec Adventure Ranch is an amazing place with outstanding support and incredible facilities! This place is truly a gem for at-risk youth! The staff here are absolutely amazing—caring, patient, and deeply committed to making a difference in the lives of the young people they work with. You can tell they genuinely care about each individual and go above and beyond to provide guidance, encouragement, and a safe space to grow. The variety of activities available is incredible! Whether it's outdoor adventures, creative arts, skill-building activities, or team sports, there's always something engaging happening. These activities not only keep the youth involved but also help them build confidence and learn valuable life skills. The facilities are top-notch—clean, well-maintained, and designed to create a welcoming and supportive environment. It’s clear that a lot of thought and effort goes into making this a place where young people feel comfortable and inspired. If you’re looking for an organization that truly changes lives, this is it. Highly recommend!
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Ben Martin
3/19/2025
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This place has changed our lives. We had been in and out of short term admissions at the hospital for 6 months. We finally broke down and decided to try the residential option. When i say we were devastated and scared.. i truly mean that. But this place has poured into our daughter and after 2.5 months she is home! Greg Shank (her therapist) has made such an impact on her. His purpose from the Lord was to impact kids and change their life in the best of ways. Family therapy every week was a joy and something we looked forward to. We will always be so grateful for him. Jeremy made the admission and discharge process so easy and he checked on us everytime he knew we were there. Receptionist was always so kind. We got to talk to our daughter every day. The staff in Breummer cottage was incredible, they welcomed our daughter with open arms and were essential in this process. We couldn’t be more thankful for KVC!!
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Lynzie Katska
3/19/2025
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KVC is the best! Knowledgeable and friendly staff, top shelf service, and affordable to boot. Daniel Cardoso is the best, would highly recommend KVC any day of the week!
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Topher Thomas
3/19/2025
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Daniel Cardoso is the epitome of Professional when it comes to his work! He is committed, driven and exceptional! 100% recommend
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Drumerboy_ Kenny
3/19/2025
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Daniel Cardoso is a gentle giant with the heart to work for the betterment of his children! Great place with greater people
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Glazed Eyed Explorer
3/19/2025
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Daniel was very professional and helpful. I appreciated his welcoming energy and he made me feel very comforted and heard.
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Daniel McGuire
3/19/2025
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Daniel is amazing. Can’t compliment the work he does here enough. Whatever he is getting paid isn’t nearly enough
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Dalton Decker
3/19/2025
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Dan is very knowledgeable and excellent to work with, highly recommend working with him.
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Luke Byrd
3/19/2025
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Outstanding. I can't say it enough. Not only the BEST, but the best POSSIBLE. 11/10
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Jake Rieken
3/19/2025
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KVC Missouri has the best executive team and St. James is a great place to work.
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Kathy Anderson
3/19/2025
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Everyone is always smiling and very friendly
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Amanda Kennedy
3/19/2025
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Glad I came here first it was perfect
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Jake Hewitt
3/19/2025
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Daniel is an excellent counselor
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Max Messer
3/19/2025
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Daniel is a great person!!
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Ben Ferrand
3/19/2025
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Absolutely amazing person
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Sean Donohoe
3/19/2025
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John Childers
3/19/2025
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Daniel Cardoso
3/19/2025
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Mickayla Light
3/19/2025
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Connor Finn
3/19/2025
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Jack Hume
3/19/2025
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Henry Howerton
3/19/2025
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Dalyn Trippe
3/19/2025
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Andrew
3/19/2025
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Darcy Davis
3/19/2025
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Monica Carter
3/19/2025
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Mostly good experiences. Better than where they were in the past. A lot of bad staff from previous years were wheated out, to benefit the children's bright futures. There is always room to grow!
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Orion Parks
3/18/2025
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Staff is always helpful in learning the day by day of my child’s progression or lack thereof
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Brian Minnes
3/18/2025
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Best place I've ever worked for!
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Dystanie Wallace
3/18/2025
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Jason Phillips
3/18/2025
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Laura Greenstreet
3/18/2025
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3/18/2025
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Working at Meramec Adventure Ranch was the most challenging, rewarding job I have ever had. I could not possibly even begin to write all the ways in which it changed me as a person, as well as changed the lives of the youth we served. Brett hired me as a Guide with little to no "hard skills" and made sure I knew my heart for the kids is what mattered most--the rest could be learned--and he was right. The staff at the ranch is well trained and well-equipped, but most importantly, full of heart and grit and a passion for serving youth in foster care, war veterans, children on the autism spectrum, and countless others. I cannot recommend Meramec Adventure Ranch enough both as a place to work and a place to go to receive services in order to heal, grow and become who you were meant to be.
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AmyRose Tomlinson
3/16/2025
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What’s not to love about this place?? Beautiful setting? Check. Great folks running the place? Check. Programming aimed at folks leaving with a better sense of who they are? TRIPLE CHECK!!! In all seriousness, the experiences that I have had at the ranch are core memories for me. From the joy I have seen on the face of campers, the friends I have made in my time there, to the life changing moments I myself found when I wasn’t even looking. This is one of the places that will always be near and dear to my heart and I am forever grateful for the opportunities that were provided there!!
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Roger Brocato
3/16/2025
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‘Da Ranch has a spectacular Autism Week program every summer that our daughter has been a part of since it began. In January she begins talking about riding horses and using the zip line at the Adventure Ranch and we have to mark off the calendar each week! Writing down horseback riding and zip lining seems pretty simple to most people, but our girl won’t even descend the steps at home without sitting on her bottom! The Ranch has challenged her and helped her take new experiences I never thought she would be able to accomplish. Thanks KVC team for all that you do!
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Leslie Berry
3/16/2025
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Meramec Adventure Ranch changed my daughter's life! She's been going to the camp for individuals with Autism for 3 years now. Before camp she was quiet and withdrawn. After the first year, she came home a more confident, empathetic, and outgoing kid! The camp counselors are just the best! Really getting the kids to self-advocate, listening to them, and pulling them out of their shells. Hiking, horseback riding, swimming, and much more outdoor fun! She can't wait to go back!
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Amanda Oppy
3/16/2025
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We have had the wonderful and rewarding experience to volunteer at the Ranch during the Ozark scramble. It was wonderful to see the beautiful facility and property as well as meet the staff. Our son has been a guide there and has been able to enhance the lives of so many children and adults that have come to the ranch. It seems as though whether you attend the camp or you work or volunteer there, you come away having had a wonderful experience.
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Erica Kochevar
3/16/2025
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The Ranch is amazing for many reasons but especially for the relationships is created by letting kids be kids and reminding adults how to have fun!
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Amanda Amsden
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I got the pleasure of serving here for several years and it is a challenging and inspiring place to work!
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Luke Edgren
3/16/2025
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The staff is great, very knowledgeable, caring and organized. Had a memorable time.
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