Connecting farm and rural businesses and neighbors to resources that help our Missouri rural communities thrive.

From deep roots comes new growth.

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Transit

Building a network of volunteer drivers and coordinating regional transportation services in west central Missouri.

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Women's Business Center

Focusing on the power and potential of rural women to employ themselves, provide jobs for others, and build their local economies and communities.

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Food & Agriculture

Helping farmers, food businesses, and community organizations connect and build the working relationships needed to make farm-to-table work.

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Financing

Offering microloans to startups and existing rural businesses that are having difficulty finding financing elsewhere, with the goal of graduating to traditional business loans.

Featured News

A selection of featured posts from our news feed.

New Growth Hosts Community Child Care Conversation

New Growth Hosts Community Child Care Conversation

From parents and providers to employers and lawmakers, the call for child care solutions is growing louder. A recent forum hosted by New Growth and Kids Win Missouri put the issue front and center for families and communities across west central Missouri.
Denim and Diamonds Casino Night

Denim and Diamonds Casino Night

Have some fun with us! Make plans to join the West Central Missouri Community Action Agency Fundraising Fun Event in Clinton, Missouri
Introducing the New Growth Learning Hub

Introducing the New Growth Learning Hub

Struggling to keep up with social media or online marketing for your rural business or nonprofit? The New Growth Learning Hub offers bite-sized trainings, live support, and a welcoming online community to help you build confidence and get results—on your schedule.