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Resource Navigation Program

New Offering!

Resource Navigation

A new client-centered resource navigation program focusing on LGBTQ+ needs that assists clients with navigating:

Resource Navigation Process

Step 1

Initial Consultation

In your first 45-minute consultation, we’ll discuss your hopes, goals, and current concerns. Together, we’ll identify your strengths, explore available resources, and set actionable goals to guide your next steps.

In this visit, we will:

  • Discuss desired outcomes
  • Present any concerns
  • Do a strengths assessment
  • Explore resources
  • Set goals

Step 2

Follow-Up Visits

To provide ongoing support, we offer follow-up appointments tailored to your needs. Whether at our center, in your environment, or a public space, these consultations ensure you receive direct assistance in accessing the services you need.

We’ll provide support through:

  • Follow-ups toward meeting goals
  • Flexible meeting locations
  • Hands-on help with accessing services

Current Offerings

Food Pantry

A food pantry to supplement necessities.

Hygeine Pantry

A hygiene pantry to promote well-being, job readiness, and more.

Bus Passes

Bus Passes are available to assist clients with transportation to appointments and meetings.

Translation Services

Our program is pleased to offer Translation Services, including American Sign Language.

Get in Touch

For more information about this program, contact Emilia Stauffer (she/her):

Email

Emilia@glocenter.org

Call

417-860-4368

Location

518 East Commercial St
Springfield, MO 65803

Center Hours

Mon, Thu, Fri: 10am - 4pm Tue, Wed: 10am - 3pm

Events/Resources

Monthly Resource Evening

Join us for GLO’s Monthly Resource Night on every first Monday of the month from 5:15–8:00 PM! Each month, we’ll open our doors to provide helpful resources and connect our community with trusted partners and services.

Services will change monthly, but the food and hygiene pantry will always be available along with APO Overdose Prevention & Testing.

APO Medicaid Specialist

An APO Community Health Medicaid Specialist will be at The GLO Center every 4th Monday to provide services to the LGBTQ+ Community.

They'll be able to assist with enrollment, provide resources, and answer your questions.

Walk-ins are welcome!

Upcoming Events

The GLO Market

What: The GLO Market supports local queer-owned businesses and resources. Started in 2023, GLO Markets aim to showcase local talent where patrons can purchase from over 20+ LGBTQIA+ artists, resources, and entrepreneurs.
When: Saturday, August 29 @ 12PM – 4PM
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here: The GLO Center – 518 E Commercial St, Springfield, MO

Banned Book Club

What: For September, we will be discussing “The Satanic Verses” by Salman Rushdie. It was published in 1988 and was viewed as blasphemy, leading to a fatwa against Rushdie by the Supreme Leader of Iran, resulting in several assassination attempts.
When: Sunday, September 13 @ 12PM – 1:30PM
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here: The GLO Center – 518 E Commercial St, Springfield, MO

GLO Youth to the Zoo

What:This is a free event for youth, and discounted tickets will be available for family members/guardians who wish to tag along. Permission slips are REQUIRED to attend. GLO must receive your signed permission slip by 9/11. 
When: Sunday, September 13 @ 1PM – 3PM
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here: Dickerson Park Zoo – 1401 W Norton Rd, Springfield, MO 65803