New Growth Transit

10/20/2026

A ride helps Tina show up for work. Let’s show up for her. 🚗 Tina loves her job. But after a car accident left her without a vehicle, she wasn’t sure how she would get to work.

Through New Growth Transit, volunteer drivers help her get there and back home, even when her work schedule changes. Along the way, she’s found something else she appreciates—the conversations and connection with her regular driver, Debbie.

“I don't have to worry about getting back and forth to work,” Tina shared. “So I can just concentrate on my job and do my job.”

We’re sharing Tina’s story because it helps explain why we’re asking for funding to support employment rides in our rural communities.

On Tuesday, October 27, we’re holding a public hearing, and we’d appreciate having you there. If New Growth Transit has helped you, someone you care about, or your community, this is an opportunity to share what those rides mean.

📅October 27 • 1 p.m.
West Central Missouri Community Action Agency
112 W. 4th St., Appleton City, MO

You’re welcome to speak, but you don’t have to. We’d simply be glad to see you.

You can also read Tina’s story, leave a comment, or add your name in support here:
https://www.newgrowthmo.org/post/public-comment

10/14/2026

New Growth Transit’s Kelly Ast and Kenney Hutchison joined fellow advocates at the Advancing Advocacy Workshop in Southwest Missouri on October 8 in Republic for a day of learning, conversation, and connection.

We were proud that Kelly was invited to speak on the Missouri Advocates Panel, bringing New Growth Transit’s perspective to the conversation about supporting rural communities.

Every ride has a person and a story behind it—a neighbor getting to work, someone making it to a medical appointment, or a loved one maintaining their independence. Those everyday needs are why we care so deeply about making transportation accessible.

Thank you, Missouri Foundation for Health (MFH) , and all the organizers, speakers, and participants for bringing people together with a shared commitment to helping our neighbors thrive. 🚗💙

Every Mile Matters.

10/13/2026

Think about someone you love. Your mom. Your dad. A friend. A neighbor. Now imagine they have an appointment they need to keep—but no way to get there.

You’d want someone to show up for them. Someone dependable. Someone kind. Someone who makes them feel comfortable asking for help.

❤️ You could be that someone.

As a New Growth Transit Volunteer Driver, you offer more than a ride. You offer a friendly conversation, peace of mind, and the comfort of knowing someone cares.

You don’t have to give every day to make a difference. Choose rides that fit your schedule, drive your own vehicle, and receive mileage reimbursement. We’ll provide training and support along the way.

📞 Call 417-283-7991
📩 [email protected]
🌐https://www.newgrowthmo.org/transit -drivers

Your Time. Your Schedule. Your Community.

10/10/2026

💚 Today is World Mental Health Day 💚 Sometimes a little connection can make a big difference.

A ride. 🚗
A conversation. 💬
A friendly face. 😊
Someone simply asking, “How are you doing?”

At New Growth Transit, we’re reminded every day that transportation is about more than getting somewhere—it’s also about helping people stay connected, independent, and part of their community. ❤️

Today, take a moment to check in on someone you care about.

🫶 And remember, if you or someone you know needs support, call or text 988 to reach the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

💚 Connection matters. Kindness matters. Mental health matters.

10/10/2026

🇺🇸 Come See New Growth Transit at the Clinton VFW! 🇺🇸 New Growth Transit is proud to be part of the 5th Annual Military Support Event & Resource Fair!

We're excited to connect with our veterans, military families, and community members while sharing how New Growth Transit is helping bridge transportation gaps in our rural communities!

💚 We believe transportation should never be a barrier to accessing healthcare, essential services, or staying connected to your community. Our veterans have served our country, and we're passionate about helping them get where they need to go!

There are lots of great informational booths, valuable community resources, and amazing veteran-made crafts to explore!

📍 HERE'S YOUR INVITATION!🇺🇸

👉 Head over to the Clinton VFW, find the New Growth Transit booth, and say HELLO!👋

🚐 Stop by to learn about our transportation services, ask questions, and discover how we're helping connect people to the places and services that matter most.

💚 Whether you need a ride, know someone who does, or just want to learn more—we'd love to meet you!

🇺🇸 Come support our veterans, explore the resource fair, and make New Growth Transit one of your stops!

💚 Connecting People. Strengthening Communities. Every Mile Matters.🚐

10/08/2026

10/07/2026

Every Mile Matters—and Your Support Matters, Too. 💙 If you believe in the difference New Growth Transit makes, we invite you to join us for our upcoming public hearing.

Reliable transportation helps neighbors get to medical appointments, work, groceries, and the services they depend on. This hearing is an opportunity to learn more about our program, share your perspective, and support our request for Missouri Department of Transportation Section 5311 funding to help operate our rural public transit system.

📅 Tuesday, October 27, 2026
🕐 1:00 p.m.
📍 West Central Missouri Community Action Agency
112 W. 4th St., Appleton City, MO 64724

Whether you’re a rider, volunteer driver, community partner, local leader, or someone who cares about keeping our communities connected, your presence and perspective can help demonstrate the need for these services.

Come learn, ask questions, and share why transportation matters to you and your community.

To request an opportunity to provide oral or written comments, please contact us at least three days before the hearing. For more information or accommodation requests, call 417-283-7991.

Please share this invitation and help us bring community voices to the table.

10/06/2026

10/05/2026

HOME SWEET HOME—The following 13 apartment communities were developed by and are managed by West Central Missouri Community Action Agency. Rent and security deposits vary by property. To inquire about availability, please call our main office at (660) 476-2185. For more information about our housing properties, please visit our website at www.wcmcaa.org.

•Antioch Hills-90 Units, Family Property
1819 Gaines Dr., Clinton

•Appleton Estates--20 Units, Seniors 62 & Older
300 S. Beech, Appleton City

•Cedar Ridge--12 Units, Housing for the Developmentally Disabled
1201 E. Patricia, El Dorado Springs

•Grant Park Villas—48 Units, Family Property
113 N. Adams St., Raymore

•Greenleaf Estates--42 Units, Seniors 62 & Older
16805 Spring Valley Rd., Belton

•Greyhound Apartments--24 Units, Family Property
507 W. C**t, Windsor

•Hawthorn Estates--40 Units, Seniors 55 & Older
1900 Jenkins Dr., Harrisonville

•Hickory Estates--23 Units, Seniors 62 & Older
701 W. Hwy. 54, Hermitage

•Maplewood Estates--27 Units, Seniors 62 & Older
1119 S. Maplewood Place, Stockton

•Oaktree Villa--22 Units, Seniors 62 & Older
919 Walnut Dr. -2, Warsaw

•Prairie Estates--48 Units, Seniors 62 & Older
1515 Jones Ave., Grandview

•Walnut Estates--34 Units, Seniors 62 & Older
412 W. Walnut, Raymore

•Willow Estates--40 Units, Seniors 62 & Older
4800 S. Hocker, Kansas City

10/05/2026

🍎 MEET THE DRIVERS | World Teachers’ Day 🍎 In honor of World Teachers’ Day, we’re shining the spotlight on one of our wonderful Volunteer Drivers, Brett! ❤️

Before joining New Growth Transit, Brett dedicated his career to education as a teacher and school administrator. Now, he continues making a difference in the lives of others—just from behind the wheel!

🚗 Brett has been a Volunteer Driver with New Growth Transit since 2023, and he truly enjoys the trips he takes and, most importantly, the riders he gets to know and help along the way.

Brett is a great example of how retirement can open the door to a whole new way of serving your community. Thank you, Brett, for the years you spent helping students and for continuing to make a difference with New Growth Transit!

🍎 Could driving be your next chapter?

Our Volunteer Drivers use their own vehicles, choose rides that work with their schedules, receive mileage reimbursement, and help neighbors get where they need to go.

🚙 Your Time. Your Schedule. Your Community.

📞 Interested in becoming a Volunteer Driver? Call New Growth Transit at 417-283-7991 to learn more!

❤️ Every Mile Matters.