"Friends" was created as a charitable organization in 2008, with the purpose of helping the unmet needs of children in foster care in Newton and McDonald counties. It helps children and families at risk or in crisis by receiving and distributing limited financial and material donations and providing volunteer aid to the Department of Social Services in Anderson.

The volunteer and faith-based initiative helps children in need by providing a variety of goods, including household items, clothing, car seats, school supplies and much more.

For information or to donate, call 417-312-4350.