Programs, Projects, & Initiatives

Supporting Our Community with Programs That Make a Difference

At Community Partnership of Southeast Missouri (CPSEMO), we’re committed to helping individuals and families thrive.

Our programs and initiatives focus on housing, employment, youth development, family support, and community connections, all designed to make a positive impact.

Whether you're looking for resources or ways to get involved, there’s something here for everyone. Explore the page to learn more about how we’re working together to strengthen our community.

Housing & Homelessness Assistance

Support for individuals and families experiencing homelessness, housing instability, or seeking affordable living options.

NeighborHUB

Provides showers, laundry, food, employment, and housing assistance for individuals experiencing homelessness.

SOAR

Aids homeless or at-risk individuals with disabilities in accessing SSA benefits.

Community Housing Assistance

Helps secure affordable, safe, and accessible housing for those in need.

Housing Case Management

Empowers individuals and families facing housing insecurity to achieve stability.

Cape Girardeau Area Community Housing and Development Corporation

A CPSEMO branch addressing housing stability within the community.

Liberty Apartments

Provides 40 units of affordable housing in South Cape.

Lindenwood Senior Apartments

Offers 67 units of affordable senior housing.

Aging and Housing Committees of CPSEMO

Serve seniors and address their housing needs.

Employment & Job Training

Resources for individuals seeking employment, job training, or overcoming barriers to work.

PAVE

Provides employment services and support to homeless veterans or veterans at risk of homelessness.

YouthBuild

Offers job training, education, and community projects for individuals aged 16-24.

STEP/SkillUP

Offers SNAP recipients training for rapid employment to reduce reliance on public assistance.

JailHouse Cafe

Helps offenders reintegrate, gain service industry skills, and stabilize.

Empowering Dads to Gain Employment (EDGE)

Addresses challenges faced by non-custodial parents, including child support and employment barriers.

AmeriCorps VISTA

A federal initiative deploying VISTAs within CPSEMO, offering stipends and educational rewards to support community programs.

Parenting & Family Support

Programs designed to assist fathers, young parents, and families in developing parenting skills and accessing resources.

EDD (Every Day Dads)

Supports low-income, non-custodial fathers with workshops and mentoring.

MMP (Missouri Mentoring Partnership)

Helps young parents prevent unplanned pregnancies and improve parenting skills.

THRIVE

Promotes community awareness through the use of the 40 Developmental Assets.

Parenthood Can Wait / Future Leaders

Enhances economic mobility and parenting skills for young parents.

Food Assistance & Nutrition

Food security programs to help individuals and families access nutritious food.

NeighborHUB

Provides showers, laundry, food, employment, and housing assistance for individuals experiencing homelessness.

LFPA (Local Food Production Assistance)

Promotes local food production, supports growers, and distributes nutritious food.

Senior Food Boxes

Delivers essential staples monthly to low-income seniors.

Youth Services & Development

Programs that provide mentorship, leadership opportunities, and housing support for youth.

YouthBuild

Offers job training, education, and community projects for individuals aged 16-24.

MMP (Missouri Mentoring Partnership)

Helps young parents prevent unplanned pregnancies and improve parenting skills.

THRIVE

Promotes community awareness through the use of the 40 Developmental Assets.

Community Development & Engagement

Initiatives aimed at strengthening communities through research, volunteerism, and nonprofit capacity building.

CPSEMO Community Research and Development Departments

Strategically assesses community needs to drive impactful solutions.

AmeriCorps VISTA

A federal initiative deploying VISTAs within CPSEMO, offering stipends and educational rewards to support community programs.

Cape Girardeau Area Community Housing and Development Corporation

A CPSEMO branch addressing housing stability within the community.

Health & Disability Support

Programs that connect individuals to healthcare, disability benefits, and other health-related resources.

CommUnity Rx

Connects patients with health resources through Community Health Workers.

SOAR

Aids homeless or at-risk individuals with disabilities in accessing SSA benefits.