East Side Aligned
East Side Aligned is a collective initiative focused on advancing the well-being and opportunities of young people in the Greater East St. Louis area. They collaborate with community partners to create equitable systems, policies, and programs that support youth success and leadership. Learn more on their website.
Freeman Health System
Freeman Health System is a nonprofit, community-owned healthcare network serving southwest Missouri, southeast Kansas, and northeast Oklahoma. They provide a wide range of medical services, including specialized care, emergency services, and community health programs, with a focus on patient-centered care and regional outreach. Learn more on their website.
Cahokia School District
Cahokia School District is committed to fostering educational excellence through strong partnerships with parents and the community. Their mission is to ensure all students graduate with the skills, knowledge, and character needed for lifelong success by providing a rigorous curriculum in a supportive environment. Learn more on their website.
Kansas City Public Schools
Kansas City Public Schools (KCPS) is a public school district serving the urban core of Kansas City, Missouri, focused on providing a high-quality, equitable education to a diverse student population. The district aims to prepare students for college, career, and life success through rigorous academics, community partnerships, and student-centered support. Learn more on their website.
University of Missouri–St. Louis
The University of Missouri–St. Louis (UMSL) is a public research university offering a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. UMSL is dedicated to fostering academic excellence, research innovation, and community engagement to prepare students for success in a diverse, global society. Learn more on their website.
Mid-America Transplant Foundation
Mid-America Transplant Foundation supports organ and tissue donation through education, research, and community partnerships aimed at improving transplant outcomes and supporting donor families. The Foundation invests in initiatives that enhance donation awareness, promote health equity, and advance innovation in transplant medicine. Learn more on their website.
Missouri Foundation for Health
The Missouri Foundation for Health (MFH) is a philanthropic organization working to eliminate underlying causes of health inequities and improve the health of people and communities in Missouri. MFH partners with communities and organizations to drive policy change, foster innovation, and support systems that promote lasting, equitable health outcomes. Learn more on their website.
Missouri Hospital Association
The Missouri Hospital Association (MHA) represents and advocates for hospitals and health systems across Missouri, while also educating its members, the public, media, and legislative representatives about healthcare issues. In addition to advocacy, MHA seeks to enhance healthcare access, quality, and outcomes through leadership, research, and public policy initiatives. Learn more on their website.
St. Louis Area Resource for Community Human Services
The St. Louis Area Resource for Community Human Services (ARCHS) is a nonprofit organization that funds and supports programs focused on education, workforce development, and family well-being in the St. Louis region. By leveraging partnerships and securing grants, ARCHS enhances community initiatives that address poverty, early childhood education, and public safety. Learn more on their website.
Fresh Start Self Improvement Center
Fresh Start Self-Improvement Center, located in Charleston, Missouri, is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents of Mississippi County through various educational and community-based programs. Their initiatives include summer camps, youth basketball, tutoring, and family strengthening programs.
Learn more on their website.
REACH Healthcare Foundation
The REACH Healthcare Foundation is a charitable organization focused on expanding health coverage and access to affordable care for uninsured and medically underserved communities in Kansas and Missouri. Through strategic investments, they work to bridge the coverage divide, advance health equity, and strengthen the healthcare safety net. Learn more on their website.
Family Care Health Centers
Family Care Health Centers is a nonprofit organization that provides comprehensive, affordable healthcare services to underserved individuals and families in the St. Louis area. They offer primary care, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services, with a focus on improving health equity and access for their diverse patient population. Learn more on their website.
Hogan Preparatory Academy
Hogan Preparatory Academy is a public charter school in Kansas City, Missouri, dedicated to providing a rigorous education that prepares students for college and beyond. The academy focuses on academic excellence, character development, and empowering students to become responsible, productive members of their community. Learn more on their website.
ArchCity Defenders
ArchCity Defenders (ACD) is a holistic legal advocacy organization that combats the criminalization of poverty and state violence, especially in communities of color. ACD’s foundation of legal representation, social services, impact litigation, policy and media advocacy, and community collaboration promotes justice and equitable outcomes for people throughout the St. Louis region. Learn more on their website.
City of St. Louis Department of Health
The City of St. Louis Department of Health works to protect and enhance the health and well-being of residents through programs focused on disease prevention, health equity, and emergency preparedness. They aim to improve public health outcomes through community engagement, education, and vital health services. Learn more on their website.
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) is a philanthropic organization dedicated to improving health and healthcare in the United States. Through funding, research, and policy advocacy, RWJF works to build a culture of health, advance health equity, and ensure everyone has access to opportunities for better health. Learn more on their website.
MU Extension
MU Extension works to improve lives, businesses, and communities across Missouri by addressing challenges in areas like agriculture, economic opportunity, and health. They offer programs, resources, and research aimed at solving Missouri’s grand challenges and enhancing well-being. Learn more on their website.
Behavioral Health Network
Behavioral Health Network (BHN) of Greater St. Louis provides comprehensive mental health and substance abuse services to individuals and families in the region. Their programs focus on improving access to care, supporting recovery, and promoting overall well-being through a range of treatment, prevention, and advocacy services. Learn more on their website.
Deaf Inc.
Deaf Inc. is a nonprofit organization that empowers the Deaf community in the St. Louis region by providing advocacy, resources, and services to support independent living and equal access. They focus on enhancing the quality of life for Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals through education, employment, and community engagement. Learn more on their website.
Delmar Divine
Delmar Divine is a nonprofit organization focused on transforming the Delmar corridor in St. Louis by promoting economic development, community empowerment, and social impact. They connect residents, businesses, and organizations to create vibrant, sustainable neighborhoods with a strong sense of inclusion and opportunity. Learn more on their website.
Eye Thrive
Eye Thrive is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the eye health and vision of underserved children in the St. Louis region. Through screenings, educational programs, and access to affordable care, they work to eliminate vision disparities and ensure every child has the opportunity to succeed academically and socially. Learn more on their website.
Health Literacy Media
Health Literacy Media (HLM) is a nonprofit organization focused on improving health literacy by creating clear, accessible health communication materials. They review existing materials, campaigns, and strategies, and develop new ones using evidence-based health literacy best practices and plain language principles. Learn more on their website.
St. Louis Integrated Health Network
The St. Louis Integrated Health Network (IHN) works to improve health equity by increasing access to healthcare and social services, particularly for communities historically excluded. They build partnerships across sectors to strengthen the healthcare system and advance well-being in the St. Louis region. Learn more on their website.
Humans of St. Louis
Humans of St. Louis is a nonprofit organization that shares the diverse stories and experiences of St. Louis residents through first-person narratives and photographic portraits. By highlighting issues such as race, equity, and community, the organization fosters connection and understanding within the region. Learn more on their website.
St. Louis Area Violence Prevention Commission
The St. Louis Area Violence Prevention Commission (VPC) works to reduce violent crime by promoting coordinated policies, support systems, and interventions across local governments and agencies. They focus on providing services to individuals affected by gun violence, funding evidence-based violence prevention programs, and advancing regional public safety plans. Learn more on their website.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis provides after-school programs and services to young people, helping them achieve academic success, develop leadership skills, and live healthy lives. The organization offers a safe and supportive environment where youth can grow, learn, and thrive. Learn more on their website.
Generate Health
Generate Health is a nonprofit organization focused on improving health outcomes for Black families and birthing people in the St. Louis region. Through community collaboration, advocacy, and data-driven strategies, they work to eliminate racial disparities in maternal and infant health. Learn more on their website.
Regional Arts Commission (RAC)
The Regional Arts Commission (RAC) of St. Louis supports and promotes the arts by providing funding, resources, and advocacy to artists and arts organizations in the region. RAC fosters cultural growth, community engagement, and the accessibility of the arts to enhance the St. Louis area’s creative vibrancy. Learn more on their website.
Forward Through Ferguson
Forward Through Ferguson is a nonprofit organization created to advance racial equity in the St. Louis region by catalyzing systems change and implementing the calls to action from the Ferguson Commission Report. They work with communities, institutions, and leaders to dismantle systemic racism and build a more just and equitable future. Learn more on their website.
Deaconess Foundation
Deaconess Foundation is a faith-based organization that invests in the well-being of children and families in the St. Louis region by advancing racial equity and public policy change. Through grants, advocacy, and community partnerships, Deaconess supports initiatives that build power and promote justice for historically marginalized communities. Learn more on their website.
WashU Living Well Center’s Long COVID program
The WashU Living Well Center’s Long COVID program provides services like physical therapy, behavioral health support, and shared medical appointments to help patients manage symptoms of Long COVID. It focuses on improving health outcomes for individuals dealing with fatigue, pain, and other lingering effects of the COVID-19. Learn more on their website.
