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44 · 2018 GG SPRINGFIELD BUSINESS JOURNAL
n Mission Statement
Great Circle reshapes vulnerable lives through a
community of partners, teachers, and leaders, giving
children and families the confidence to create bright
futures.
n Service Area
A statewide organization, Great Circle has 18 locations
across Missouri. Its five campuses are in Springfield, St.
James, St. Louis, Columbia, and Marshall. Community
counseling centers and in-home services meet the needs
of clients in all counties. Great Circle also serves children
and families from other states.
n Funding
Funding includes charitable contributions from
individuals, corporations, organizations, and foundations,
as well as insurance, private payment, and fees for
services.
n 12 Month Goals
Goals include: expanding programming and services;
further strengthening the agency’s efficiency, performance
and governance; and raising awareness of Great Circle’s
leadership in delivering child/family behavioral health
services.
n Annual Events
• Handbags of Hope – Sept. 13, 2018
Join us for our 13th annual luncheon and handbag
auction! Browse and bid on a variety of handbags and
with a winning bid you’ll take home a beautiful bag (or
two)! Learn more at
n How People & Businesses Can Help
Great Circle relies on generous supporters to champion
change and growth in our community. Your support
empowers lives. Donors can support Great Circle with a
financial gift, a donation of needed items, by volunteering,
or attending a special event. Visit or
call 1-844-424-1500 to learn how to make a difference.
n Testimonials
“I can’t tell you how it makes me feel to again see my
child laugh and smile. She is blossoming into the wonderful
young woman she is and I owe it all to you and your
program staff. Thank you for giving my child and my family
our lives back.” — Jill, R.’s Mom
“I have always been scared about growing up and being
all on my own. I never really had anyone to teach me
how to do that before. But the groups at Great Circle are
making me feel less scared. I’m learning a lot about how
to take care of myself and it’s nice to be able to talk about
everything with people who really care.” — Jordan
“Through these parenting groups, I’ve gained the
knowledge and skills to be a nurturing father to my
daughter. The program has truly been a blessing and still
helps me today.” — Daniel, K.’s Dad
ADDRESS:
1212 West Lombard
Springfield, MO 65806
PHONE: 1-844-424-1500
WEBSITE:
/greatcircleorg
/@greatcircleorg
/greatcircleorg
/company/great-circle
/greatcircleagency
TOTAL NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES (FTE):
1,271
ANNUAL REVENUES
(MOST RECENT FISCAL YEAR):
$72,788,681
TOP EXECUTIVE:
Vince Hillyer, President and CEO
BOARD OF DIRECTORS CHAIRPERSON:
Jack Gillis
BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
Ted Armstrong
Karlos Bledsoe
Randy Boehm
John Carton
Benjamin Costello
Clark Davis
William J. Fleck
Kelly Gast
Peggy Gordin
Victor Haddock
Jim Hill
Mary Ann Hunzeker
Kate Frank
Kevin Kelley
Darryl McKinney
Andrew T. Miedler
Denny Reagan
Barbara Richter
Suzanne Strathman
Paul Sundet
Julie Sward
Chris Tucker
Richard C. Ward
Heather Wood
Regional Council:
Rich Bachus, Chair
Paula Adams
Jana Bachus
Megan D. Cannon
Kim Crist
Ben Garwitz
Rhonda Mammen
Zack Martin
Keith Noble
Byron Pierce
Derek Richardson
Bill Ricketts
Donna Washburn