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Help Us Build a Stronger Community

At Vision Carthage, our mission is to make our community even better. We are a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting community betterment, revitalization, community engagement, and beautification efforts in Carthage, Missouri. Together, we work to ensure that Carthage remains a vibrant and thriving community for generations to come.

What We Do

Community Betterment
Economic Revitalization
Community Engagement
Community Beautification
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Current Projects

Our projects are focused on revitalizing local businesses, beautifying our historic downtown district, encouraging community engagement, and enhancing our community through art and nature. Together, we work to ensure that Carthage remains a vibrant and thriving community for generations to come.

Annual Events

Our event calendar is typically full! Vision Carthage contributes to the community with free events, promotional events, and fundraising events throughout the year to showcase our unique and beautiful town!

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Partner with us

"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has."

- Margaret Mead

Our Projects

Beautification & Revitalization

We work on many projects throughout the year focused on design and beautification efforts, as well as revitalization and historic preservation.

Big Dreams Grow in Carthage

by Andy Thomas

Upcoming Events

  • Light Tunnel Setup
    Light Tunnel Setup
    Sat, Nov 16
    Light Tunnel
    Nov 16, 2024, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
    Light Tunnel, 130 E 4th St, Carthage, MO 64836, USA
    Nov 16, 2024, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
    Light Tunnel, 130 E 4th St, Carthage, MO 64836, USA
    Join us as we set up the light tunnel!
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  • Shopping Crawl
    Shopping Crawl
    Fri, Dec 06
    Carthage
    Dec 06, 2024, 8:00 AM – Dec 07, 2024, 5:00 PM
    Carthage, Carthage, MO 64836, USA
    Dec 06, 2024, 8:00 AM – Dec 07, 2024, 5:00 PM
    Carthage, Carthage, MO 64836, USA
    It's time to check off your holiday shopping list! Carthage retailers are participating in this fun holiday event. The grand prize includes a gift card from each of the participating stores.
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  • Candy Cane Hunt
    Candy Cane Hunt
    Mon, Dec 09
    Central Park
    Dec 09, 2024, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Central Park, 305 W Chestnut St, Carthage, MO 64836, USA
    Dec 09, 2024, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Central Park, 305 W Chestnut St, Carthage, MO 64836, USA
    Bring your baskets and holiday cheer to hunt for candy canes at Central Park in Carthage, MO. Find one of the special candy canes and you will win a prize.
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Community Impact

"This weekend we saw what you and your team have done with the square, and it looks AMAZING!! Hope everyone checks it out SOON!"

Tim J

"Wowsa! The homes look great. Thanks to all who made this happen!"

Mary B

"Thank you for planting trees! We need lots of trees downtown!"

Tyla R

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Contact Us

221 W. 4th Street, Suite 15

Carthage, MO 64836

417-674-3328

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