Justine PETERSEN introduces a search bar of locally owned business in the St. Louis area! The JP tool includes of minority and female owned business. As well as a map to navigate all the wonderful clients and companies! The map ties into an impact sheet of transparency and growth.
Prosperity Connection Announces Kathy Siddens as New Executive Director
Prosperity Connection has chosen Kathy Siddens as the organization’s new Executive Director. After searching for almost a year, it was decided Kathy was a great fit thanks to her outstanding work in the financial service industry and support of financial wellness throughout St. Louis.
SLACO Working to Register and Educate Voters
The St. Louis Association of Organizations (SLACO) was out in neighborhoods educating new voters in St. Louis for the upcoming April election. So far SLACO has registered 25 voters and continue to do outreach via social media.
Prosperity Connection Series- Black Finance Professionals
Monica Campbell, Vice President, Community Development at Enterprise Bank and Trust was featured in the Prosperity Connection Series Black Finance Professionals , where she explains how her career started.
DeSales Young Ambassadors team up with Landmarks Urbanites on "Heart Bombing" Event
On Saturday, February 13th, DeSales Young Ambassadors teamed up with the Landmarks Urbanites to throw a "heart bombing" event! The weather could not have been worse, but lots of dedicated STL lovers still showed up! The purpose of the event was to bring attention to significant buildings and neighborhoods which needed some attention and investment.
North County Inc. Seeks Award Nominations for Annual Leadership Celebration
North County will be hosting their Annual Leadership Breakfast September, 17th from 7:30am-9:30am! The celebration will take place at the Marriott St. Louis Airport and showcase individuals and organizations that have impacted North County through the following area’s: exemplary business, civic and community leadership. To nominate worthy candidates click here. Nominations are due April 9th!
Rise New Executive Director Terrell Carter
St. Louis nonprofit Rise Community Development has named a new executive director to replace Stephen Acree, who has plans to retire this summer. A St. Louis native, that is passionate about making the St. Louis community equitable!
IISTL names Arrey Obenson as new President and Chief Executive Officer
February marked the beginning of a new strategy for the International Institute as Arrey Obenson began his position as the President and Chief Executive Officer. Prior to that, Anna Crosslin had led the organization since 1978. Obenson comes to the position after serving as co-founder and CEO of Transformunity. Before that, he was the Secretary General of Junior Chamber International (JCI). It was his work at JCI that brought him to St. Louis from Cameroon in 2002.
CBN members who were awarded AHTF funding
Last month, it was announced that seven CBN members were awarded funds through the Affordable Housing Trust Fund's Fall 2020 funding cycle! These awards will support a variety of projects throughout the City over the coming year.
SLDC Planning an Internal Reorganization to Focus on Neighborhoods
St. Louis is taking charge in redeveloping neighborhood by neighborhood! Targeting areas like the North and South side of St. Louis City. Talk about a positive shift of traditional structures!
NewCities Team Up with St. Louis Development Corporation to present St. Louis as a New Urban Champion
The New Urban Champions initiative gives St. Louis a voice to share many stories revolving around systemic issues in urban planning and equity. Building a community of collaboration and finding solutions should highlight consistent growth within St. Louis as well as improve the quality living!
Rachel Witt of South Grand published on Engaging Local Government Leaders blog
Executive Director Rachel Witt of South Grand Community Improvement District writes a compelling article on producing a successful outcome of special taxing districts. Diving into what a community infrastructure truly consist of!
Read full story here
PHOTO CREDIT BY SOUTH GRAND COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
Regional Response Team COVID-19 Response
The Regional Response Team is out in the community to inform and strengthen populations that have been affected by COVID-19. While trying to prevent inequalities that arise! The Regional Response team is also advising Greater St. Louis to continue with safety precautions like wearing a mask, washing hands, and social distancing! COVID-19 Regional Response Team (RRT) guides!
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Tower Grove Neighborhoods CDC 2020 Annual Report
Tower Grove Neighborhoods CDC produces 7 years worth of community development into the 2020 Annual Report. Driven by the entrepreneur spirit and mission at hand creating a positive impact on the city of St. Louis and neighborhoods like Shaw, Tower Grove South, and Southwest Garden.
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Logan University Partners with St. Louis County to Deliver Chiropractic Care
Chesterfield-based Logan University, a private chiropractic and health science school, is teaming up with the St. Louis County Department of Public Health to advance chiropractic care for residents. Partnership will be supported by the St. Louis Regional Health Commission!
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YouthBridge Community Foundation- Thanks in the Midst of Trial
Nonprofits have been on the front lines of the response to the COVID-19 crisis from the very beginning, at the same time, being one of the hardest hit sectors! During this time of thanksgiving, a thank you message to nonprofits moving diligently forward and to the many donors lifting them up in these difficult days.
Photo Credit YouthBridge Community Foundation
