Additional Community Projects

Will and Aaron Sachs support Springfield Public Schools

Aaron Sachs and Associates has made charitable contributions and sponsored events for the following community organizations.

Pregnancy Care Center - Springfield, Missouri — Community Service is a central value of the Aaron Wm. Sachs & Associates personal injury law firm in Springfield, MO. In addition to Aaron's own many community service projects, firm member Joel A. Block, a firm attorney, also volunteers his time to causes near and dear to his heart.

One of the organizations he believes strongly in is the Pregnancy Care Center of Springfield Missouri. Joel has served on the Board of Directors of the Pregnancy Care Center since 2005. He is an active participant and volunteer in many of the organization's efforts, including the April 2009 fundraiser for the center that featured renowned print and TV journalist, Cal Thomas. For more information about the Center and/or volunteer opportunities, please visit www.PCCchoices.com.

Developmental Center of the Ozarks (DCO) — DCO's mission is to make a positive difference in the community by providing services which enables individuals to reach and maintain their optimal level of development. DCO offers an Early Child Care & Education Program which provides child care services for children with and without developmental disabilities; Therapy & Rehabilitation Services for individuals with developmental disabilities; an Adult Technology & Learning Program which provides accredited center based and community integration classes as well as learning labs; a Community Employment Program that assists eligible individuals in obtaining and maintaining gainful employment; and finally Adult Day Care Services designed to assist older individuals or those with developmental disabilities maintain independence while in a safe environment.

Isabel's House, Crisis Nursery of the Ozarks — The purpose of Isabel's House is to have immediate refuge for children ages birth to 12 whose families are in crisis. The goal of Isabel's House is to strengthen families and prevent child abuse and neglect. Families in crisis receive relief, education, support and training services. Isabel's House was created to look and feel like a home, encouraging a nurturing and comfortable place for children in need.

Dickerson Park Zoo — The zoo is home to more than 500 animals representing 160 species. Themed exhibit regions represent five geographic areas and the Diversity of Life found throughout the world. Dickerson Park Zoo helps to educate the public through exhibition of animals and organized programs and activities. In house and outreach educational programs are valuable services offered and used by the community. Annual events include: Kids' Zoobilee, Zoofest, Pancakes in the Park, Art Gone Wild, Ice Cream Safari, and the always popular Halloween Spooktacular.