The Burr Oak Community Club originally formed in 2010 to coordinate a festival honoring the 140th anniversary of the town. The group has continued its activities since and now sponsors various events. The club meets on the first Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Community Center

This community group is dedicated to the beautification, betterment, and preservation of the Formoso Community. It joins forces with local organizations to facilitate community projects and events.

The Jewell Chamber of Commerce advances the commercial, industrial, civic, and general interest of the Jewell, KS area. Some projects include annual events such as the Easter Egg Hunt, Kids Fishing Derby, 4th of July Fireworks Show, Jewell Corn Show, Halloween Party, and the Christmas Sampler/Santa Visit.

According to its members, “The Jewell County Memorial Auxiliary to the Veterans of Foreign Wars is an organization that serves veterans. We support our current and past military men and women.” VFW Post 7830 sponsors community events throughout the year and on the second Tuesday of each month at 5:30 at the Post Home in Mankato.

The Jewell County Community Foundation's mission is "to meet charitable community needs for the Jewell County area through leadership, grants, and donor services."

Jewell County Health 365 is a community group serving to benefit the health of Jewell County Kansas. It's overall goal is to improve the health and wellness of Jewell County

Jewell County Helping Hands Ministries is a non-profit, charitable, Christian organization committed to community service. We offer food pantry and benevolent services

The Jewell County Historical Society is dedicated to preserving the history and heritage of Jewell County. It oversees the Jewell County Historical Museum and coordinated the annual Threshing Bee. Meetings are held the 3rd of each month.

The Mankato Chamber of Commerce is an organization made up of business owners, entrepreneurs, and citizens in and around Mankato. It's goal is to provide representation to members in the form of leadership and volunteerism, as well as assisting its members in bettering their business within the community. The Chamber meets the second Wednesday of each month at 12:00.

The Mankato Garden Club aims to “encourage the members to make better gardens and through the growing and sharing of flowers beautify our community, our homes and our everyday living.”

Located in the Mankato Community Center, the Senior Center strives to deliver meals to the ones who can’t come to our Center and provide meals and activities to any and all ages. Lunch is served M-F each week.