Local Organizations

The Directory

Published by the Library, The Directory is a listing of about 900 nonprofit clubs, agencies and organizations in the Springfield metropolitan area, including mailing addresses, phone, fax and toll-free numbers, and e-mail and web addresses.

Use the directory to find local agencies that can help you start a business or groups to join so you can network with your peers.

You may browse and search The Directory online. Some subjects of particular interest to business are:

• Business
• Economic Development
• Inventory Control
• Personnel
• Professional Organizations

The Directory is also available in print format.

• Checkout at any Library branch.
• Purchase at any Library branch for $15 each.
• View or print the PDF version using Adobe® Reader®.

Downtown Associations

There are several downtown associations represented on the It's All Downtown web site.

• Downtown Springfield Association
• Urban Districts Alliance
• Commercial Club
• Community Improvement District
• Historic Walnut Street Association

Many types of reports about Center City Springfield, including demographics, a progress report and revitalization, are also available at It's All Downtown.

Urban Neighborhoods Alliance is a non-profit community development corporation designed to inspire and promote revitalization and preservation in center city neighborhoods.

North Springfield Betterment Association is an organization devoted to the improvement and revitalization of North Springfield.

Jordan Valley Park web site gives you information about the current construction, the master plan and events.