Joplin Expats

Joplin Expats is a non-profit organization started by a group of native Joplinites who now reside elsewhere, but are dedicated to the short and long-term recovery and rebuilding of Joplin, Missouri after its devastating tornado of May 2011. We are the first official Joplin alumni association to unify Joplin expatriates residing across the United States and the world, with Joplin residents, school alumni and other organizations. Our Mission is to aid in Joplin’s rebuilding and growth by strengthening the ties between the expats, alumni and the community of Joplin. We have, and will continue to, create partnerships with Joplin’s organizations, schools, businesses and civic leaders in order to understand and quickly respond to needs as they develop and change through the rebuilding stages. We will maintain awareness of Joplin’s rebuilding needs and continuously promote Joplin as a viable economy in Southwest Missouri. Our Projects Currently in Progress: - Adopt–a–Classroom program with the Joplin School District - Youth & Career mentorship for Joplin students - Internships at Expat-managed businesses - Joplin Expat Scholarship Fund - Volunteer events in the school system by visiting Expats - Fundraising events in Joplin and in our Expat-communities around the country - Multi-Media projects to aid in our mission of maintaining awareness - and more ... To join the Joplin Expats in making a difference, please visit www.JoplinExpats.org/membership