Lost & Found Grief Center

03/11/2026

Run & Remember is set for Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. This is an evening opportunity for our community to come together to honor and remember those who have died. 💙🧡

Each year, we are moved and encouraged by the teams who participate. Last year, 31 teams with 356 participants took part in Run & Remember. Check out a few team photos from last year!

Teams can be any size and can include walkers or runners. If you gather 10 or more people, there’s an added bonus — everyone on the team receives $5 off their registration.

Here’s how the Team discount works:
• The first 9 people who register under your team name pay the regular price.
• Once the 10th person registers, the first 9 participants automatically receive a $5 refund, and all additional team members get the discounted price at registration.

Start your 2026 Run & Remember team today by signing up on our website or on RunSignUp.

03/10/2026

We love welcoming individuals and groups into our space to learn more about the work we do. Today, we had the opportunity to host friends from Regional Hospice.

Thank you to Regina, Ryleigh, and Justin for taking time to stop by and learn more about Lost & Found Grief Center and the support we provide for grieving children, teens, and adults in our community. 💙🧡

If you are interested in touring Lost & Found, we’d love to connect. Call 417-865-9998 to schedule a time.

03/06/2026

A simple card. A powerful reminder. 💙🧡

“Thank you for making me heal.” 😊🌟

At Lost & Found Grief Center, we walk alongside children as young as 4 as they navigate life after the death of someone they love.

We provide no-cost therapeutic grief support, helping people of all ages find connection, understanding, and a path toward healing. Through this work, our mission is to bring help, hope, and healing to our community.

Because we believe one simple truth: No one should grieve alone. 💙🧡

03/04/2026

💙🎉 Registration NOW OPEN for Run & Remember 2026! 🧡

Springfield, let’s show up BIG for year 15! Join Lost & Found Grief Center on Thursday, May 21, at Jordan Valley Park for an unforgettable evening of movement, remembrance, and community.

🏃‍♀️ 5K
🚶 1-Mile Memory Walk
💙 Memorial Garden
🧡Powerful Remembrance Ceremony

Last year, more than 700 runners and walkers came together in hope. Let’s make this the biggest Run & Remember yet.

Early-bird pricing is just $29 through April 30 (and yes — you get the shirt + medal 👏).

Grab your friends. Register your family. Form a team.
Let’s fill the park with love and support for one another as we Run & Remember! Find this even on RunSignUp or at lostandfoundozarks.com/runandremember.

🎉 Sign-ups are NOW OPEN for Run & Remember! 🎉andfoundgriefcenter

We're also thrilled to have Silver Dollar City as our presenting sponsor for this event! Thank you! 🧡💙

03/02/2026

Two weeks from today is the deadline to apply for the James Craig Carr Memorial Scholarship 💙

If you are a current or past Lost & Found Grief Center group participant, this scholarship was created with you in mind — to support your goals, your education, and your next steps forward.

We encourage you to take a few minutes and apply.

Apply through the Community Foundation of the Ozarks website:
https://www.cfozarks.org/take-action-apply-for-scholarships

Please don’t wait; two weeks will go quickly.

Thank you to the Carr family for this opportunity.💙🧡

03/01/2026

When our community feels heavy, many of us wonder what to say — or what not to say — to someone who is grieving.

Here are a few gentle reminders. 💙🧡

What doesn’t help:
• Avoiding them or saying nothing at all
• Clichés like “I know how you feel” or “They’re in a better place.”
• Comparing grief or pushing someone to “move on.”
• Imposing a timeline or giving unsolicited advice

What helps:
• An understanding presence — you don’t need all the right words.
• Offering practical help (meals, childcare, errands).
• Giving space for the bereaved to talk when they are ready.
• Remembering special & honoring days.
• Connecting them with supportive resources, including articles and information available on Lost & Found's website.
• Allowing families to talk openly about their grief.

Grief isn’t something to fix — it’s something we walk through together. 💙

If you or someone you love needs support, we’re here. 🧡💙

02/25/2026

Thank you, Tyler Wayne, and KY3 for highlighting the volunteer opportunities at Lost & Found Grief Center💙🧡

By the way: Registration for Run & Remember is now open. This is one of many ways you can volunteer as an individual or group. Learn more on our website (Link in comments)

KY3’s Tyler Wayne and Springfield’s Lost and Found Grief Center Mark Miller explain how the organization assists those grieving the loss of a loved one.

02/24/2026

Sometimes our community goes through moments that are hard to put into words.If you or someone you love is carrying grief, please know you don’t have to navigate it alone. 🧡💙

At Lost & Found Grief Center, we believe:
• Grief is a natural response to loss for adults and children.
• Each person has their own capacity to heal.
• The duration and intensity of grief are unique for everyone.
• Compassion, care, and acceptance help the healing process.

📞 If you need support or have questions about our services, call us at 417-865-9998 or contact us online: https://lostandfoundozarks.com/contact-us/

When you’re ready, we’re here.

02/21/2026

In case you're curious...we asked Gemini, "What can you tell me about Run & Remember in Springfield, MO?" The answer was pretty spot on! 💙🧡 Registration will be opening soon. Take a look at our 2025 recap video for all the hopeful feels.🤗

We hope you'll join us for this special community event three months from today on Thursday, May 21, 2026.

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Run & Remember is a heartfelt annual event in Springfield, MO, hosted by the Lost & Found Grief Center. It’s designed as more than just a race; it’s a community gathering to honor and celebrate the memories of loved ones who have passed away.

The event typically features both a 5K Run/Walk and a 1-Mile Memory Walk, making it accessible for all ages and fitness levels.

If you're planning to attend this year, here are the key details:

Date: Thursday, May 21, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM (Race usually starts at 5:30 PM)
Location: Jordan Valley Park, 635 E. Trafficway St., Springfield, MO

Registration: Opens in early March.

Key Features:
🌷Memorial Garden: A serene area where participants can place Memorial Signs featuring a photo and the name of their loved one. These signs can be purchased during registration and taken home after the event.

🧡Remembrance Program: Following the race (around 7:30 PM), a short, meaningful program is held to bring the community together for reflection.

😊All-Inclusive: The event welcomes runners, walkers, strollers, wagons, and wheelchairs.

💙The Cause: All proceeds support Lost & Found Grief Center, which provides no-cost grief support services to families in the Ozarks.

02/18/2026

We’ve been reflecting on Evening of Hope… and these photos just make us smile. 💙

The night may be over, but the impact continues. Because of everyone who attended, grieving kids and teens in our community will receive no-cost therapeutic support — and that ripple of hope keeps moving forward.🧡 💙

Thank you to Volt Credit Union and Snyder Construction Group for helping us capture these memories at the selfie station.

View the full gallery here: https://www.smugmug.com/app/organize/Evening-of-Hope


Snyder Construction Group Volt Credit Union

02/16/2026

⏰ CFO Scholarship Deadline Reminder 💙🧡

As the deadline for the James Craig Carr Memorial Scholarship approaches (one month from today), we're highlighting a past recipient and the impact this scholarship can have. 💫

Hannah Hopkins attended a grief group at Lost & Found Grief Center in 2018-2019 following the death of her Dad in 2018.

💃 As a 2020 recipient, she used the scholarship to attend Lindenwood University, graduating in May 2024 with a BFA in contemporary dance. Today, Hannah dances professionally with Waterstreet Dance Milwaukee and has traveled across the U.S.—living her dream one performance at a time. 🧡

Hannah's journey is a powerful reminder of the importance of help, hope, healing, and support. 💙🧡 We're so proud of you Hannah! 💙🧡

🔗 Learn more & apply for this scholarship on the Community Foundation of the Ozarks website: https://www.cfozarks.org/resources/scholarship-criteria

📌 Scholarship Details:
🎓 One $3,000 scholarship
⏰ Deadline to Submit: March 16, 2026
🎒 Graduating high school senior or undergraduate student
💙 Must be a current or past participant in the Lost & Found Program
📚 Minimum 2.5 GPA (transcript required)
🏫 Applying to a two-year or four-year accredited college, university, or vocational school
💵 Demonstrate financial need (FAFSA-SAI required)
🤝 Describe participation in community service and/or work experience
✍️ Essay required



Community Foundation of the Ozarks