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1 S Memorial Dr, Ste 1900
St. Louis, MO 63102
(314) 678-1500
1 S Memorial Dr, Ste 1900
St. Louis, MO 63102
(314) 678-1500
For more than 160 years the Y has been a place to be together as a family. The Y has served the community with values-based programs and events that build healthy spirits, minds and bodies for all. Our history has taught us that the Y will always be relevant, as long as we adapt to serve the ever-changing needs of our members. The Gateway Region Y is a nonprofit corporation specializing in health and fitness, work with families, youth camping, values and character building. We are part of the nation's leading nonprofit dedicated to youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Everything we do is designed to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve health and well-being, and motivate people to support their neighbors and communities. Our Y has 24 traditional branches and two Campus Y student leadership organizations. Our Y also includes YMCA Camp Lakewood and Trout Lodge in Potosi, Mo and the Community Services Y in Illinois. The Carondelet Park Rec Complex is owned by the City of St. Louis and operated by the Y. The YMCA of Greater St. Louis and the YMCA of Southwest Illinois merged in 2015 to become the Gateway Region Y.
St. Patrick Center is building permanent, positive change by helping hundreds of families each year move into permanent HOMES; by placing hundreds of people each year into full-time and part-time JOBS; and by providing HEALTH services to hundreds of people each year dealing with mental illness and/or substance abuse.
Facebook policy for others posting to our page: United Way of Greater St. Louis’ Facebook page is designed as a source for information, sharing and collaboration about all things health and human service related. As part of our commitment to the readers of our page, we expect all posters to abide by the following rules: * Posts should be on topic, conversational, and serve to educate or entertain * Posts may not be unlawful, fraudulent, threatening, libelous, defamatory, discriminatory, harassing, obscene or otherwise rude or in poor taste * Posts may not be used for any commercial purpose or otherwise to promote any outside organization or its activities United Way of Greater St. Louis reserves the right, at our discretion, to remove any post or to revoke a user's privilege to post to our page. Comments found to be in conflict with the guidelines above will be removed promptly. Comments posted by readers are not necessarily those of United Way of Greater St. Louis and its employees and we do not guarantee the accuracy of these posts.
Lab1500 is founded on the principle that collaboration drives innovation. It is a cool, comfortable space where seasoned and aspiring entrepreneurs can join together to cultivate ideas, host meetings and attend events. Owners Dan Lohman and Jan Andersen spent countless hours at dining room tables and local coffee shops while developing their first of many business ventures together, Ignition Tank. Like many entrepreneurs they encountered the challenge of finding places in St. Louis where they could meet with business partners and interact with others. In true entrepreneurial fashion, they embraced the need and opened Lab1500, a space where creative minds go to do business. A project of Ignition Tank, Lab1500 takes over the first floor of its headquarters at 1500 Washington Ave. in downtown St. Louis. The nearly 120 year-old building was renovated in 2012 to capture the industrial yet rustic essence of the once abandoned factory. Exposed brick walls, hardwood floors and intricate ceiling tiles make up just a few of the historic elements that were restored and combined with modern-day technology for a creative vibe. Lab1500 is unique in that it’s open to entrepreneurs of all backgrounds and truly promotes interaction. For a minimal fee, members have access to amenities including a beverage bar, WiFi, lounge seating, a resource library, co-working desks, conference rooms and a classroom. Additionally, business-related classes and networking events are hosted at the space on a regular basis. Membership at Lab1500 offers more than just a desk. It gives back to its members by creating a place to be inspired and inspire others.
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Founded in 1903, Sunshine Ministries has been serving the needs of men, women and children in the inner city of St. Louis for more than 100 years. Today our outreach ministries include an overnight emergency shelter for homeless men, a thirteen month rehabilitation program for men who want to overcome substance abuse, a food pantry and Community Closet for families living in our near north side inner city neighborhood, educational and life skill classes for women, and several programs for children and teens.
The St.Louis Rams were established in 1995 after moving from Los Angeles, CA. The greatest owner ever Georgia Frontierre moved them because of a pathetic fanbase. While people in L.A refuse to admit it the rams suffered several blackouts in Los Angeles. Even though their the second biggest market in the world their just not capable of supporting a N.F.L team. While even the rams over a 5 year span have just a record of 15-65 their attendance numbers are still better then L.A St.Louis has always supported the rams L.A not so much. Is it me or is it obvious they belong in the greatest sports town in the world St.Louis, MO. In their 17 year history in St.Louis the rams have 6 playoff appearences, 2 conference championships, and a superbowl championship. How many superbowls did they win in L.A as many as i have ZERO. Did L.A ever have the G.S.O.T i don't think so all signs point to the rams staying just remember one thing STL rams forever and L.A sucks. Everyone in STL rams fans around the world join the cause.
St. Louis BBB is a nonprofit organization. We take consumer complaints about businesses and help resolve them. BBB also provides seminars, newsletters and other benefits to our members, called Accredited Businesses. We also provide information for charities and accredit charities who meet our 20 standards for charity accountability.
Advice from other moms should never replace the advice from medical experts. If you have questions or concerns about your health or your baby’s well-being you should always contact your physician or a lactation consultant.
These are TEDx salon-style events, and are open to public. We spend the evening listening to local speakers, having a few drinks and discussing/debating the topics. There is no cover charge and drinks are paid for by individuals. ------------------ In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TED has created a program called TEDx. TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. Our event is called TEDxGatewayArch, where x=independently organized TED event. At our TEDxGatewayArch event, TEDTalks video and live speakers will combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events, including ours, are self-organized.
Rise Community Development is thrilled to invite you to the 3rd annual Rise Up Festival – a St. Louis-centric, multimedia street festival that will be a memorable and fun event for attendees and participants alike: August 21st from 4:00 to 11:00PM in front of the Rise office at 1627 Washington Ave., situated directly in the heart of St. Louis’ historic garment district, the festival will feature local live music acts as well as artists’ booths juried and approved by professionally working artists, and university luminaries. Additionally, family-friendly street acts and areas, presentations by local businesses, and comestibles available from local restaurateurs and micro-breweries will all be part of the entertainment for the evening. This is a captivating event where St. Louisans, artisans, and businesses can present their talents and wares, as well as support Rise’s nonprofit mission: to revitalize, reinvigorate, and foster healthy communities in the St. Louis metro area. St. Louis’ premier party band, The Dirty Muggs will headline the music venue and Jeremiah Johnson Band will be serving up the high velocity Blues. After the sun goes down, we have some special scintillating surprises you wont want to miss! Rise has been successful in the redevelopment of The Grove area, Fox Manor Apartments (behind St. Mary’s High School), Old North St. Louis (near Crown Candy), the Tower Grove neighborhood, and beyond, particularly in providing affordable, sustainable community spaces that enhance the overall vibrancy and quality of living in St. Louis. We really look forward to seeing you there!
One Saint Louis envisions a radically inclusive Saint Louis, in which we are all one, united by mutual support and understanding, free from need or inequality.
Executive Director: Kimberly M. Cella Program/Grants Manager: Lenora Fisher Board of Directors Chair:Rose Windmiller Vice-Chairs: Nancy Cross, Jim Fredericks, Len Toenjes Secretary: June Fowler Treasurer: Nicole Young Past Chair: Don C. Musick, III Board Member: Jeff Aboussie, Ann Brand, Bob Baer,D'Andre Braddix, Terry Briggs, Chip Casteel, Kathryn Forster, Bill Hartmann, Karin Hagaman, Mary Lamie, Marcus Long, Jennifer Obertino, Carlo Sanfilippo, Scott Schanuel, Julian Schuster, Susan Stauder, Scott Stevens, Peg Weathers General Counsel: Larry Katzenstein
Eagle's Wings helps to promote positive self-image and self-worth by partnering with school administrators in St. Charles County to help provide new clothing items & other basic neccessities to kids who need them. We believe that when kids lack the basics and have to worry about ill-fitting or worn out clothing and shoes they are not able to focus on their school work and building positive relationships with their peers. Eagle's Wings will help to eliminate these types of challenges by providing new clothing items and shoes to kids who need them. Our goal is to see kids soar while at they are at school and believe that attendance, grades and participation will all go up when kids can focus on what is important. We will continue to update you as we move forward. Eagle's Wings is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Eagle's Wings helps to promote positive self-image and self-worth by partnering with school administrators in St. Charles County to help provide new clothing items & other basic neccessities to kids who need them. We believe that when kids lack the basics and have to worry about ill-fitting or worn out clothing and shoes they are not able to focus on their school work and building positive relationships with their peers. Eagle's Wings will help to eliminate these types of challenges by providing new clothing items and shoes to kids who need them. Our goal is to see kids soar while at they are at school and believe that attendance, grades and participation will all go up when kids can focus on what is important. We will continue to update you as we move forward. Eagle's Wings is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
OneSTL is a 3-year planning process that is being funded through a grant received by East-West Gateway and 10 core partners with the goal of fostering economically competitive, opportunity-rich communities that serve as the backbone of a healthy St. Louis region. The final plan will be (1) a set of measurable goals drawn from local input and knowledge, and supported by factual research that will guide local and regional decision making and (2) a collection of recommended model ordinances, strategies, and plans that may be used by local governments and citizens to further these goals. We welcome you and your comments to Fairfax County's Facebook Pages. Posting Policy The purpose of this site is to present matters of public interest regarding sustainability efforts within the St. Louis Metropolitan region. We encourage you to submit your questions, comments, and concerns, but please note this is a moderated online discussion site and not a public forum. We recognize the web is a 24/7 medium, and your comments are welcome at any time. However, given the need to manage our staff resources, we generally only monitor comments and postings during regular business hours. Once posted, the moderator reserves the right to delete submissions that contain: 1. Vulgar language 2. Personal attacks of any kind 3. Comments or content that promotes, fosters, or perpetuates discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, age, religion, gender, marital status, genetics, status with regard to public assistance, national origin, physical or intellectual disability or sexual orientation 4. Spam or links to other sites 5. Clearly off topic 6. Advocate illegal activity 7. Promote particular services, products, or political organizations 8. Infringe on copyrights or trademarks 9. Personally identifiable medical information 10. Information that may compromise the safety, security or proceedings of public systems or any criminal or civil investigations. Please note that the comments expressed on this site do not reflect the opinions and position of the East West Gateway Council of Governments or its officers and employees. If you have any questions concerning the operation of this online moderated discussion site, please contact us at [email protected].
All Ready? is an emergency preparedness initiative designed to help the St. Louis region better anticipate and prepare for emergencies by providing individual residents with a central resource to learn about – and implement – the three simple steps to emergency preparedness. Information about All Ready? is also available online at www.AllReadySTL.com.
Companies that value diversity as an essential component of good business partner with INROADS to develop diverse managerial talent to fuel their businesses both today, as well as, in the future. As a talent-focused organization, the mission of INROADS is to develop and place talented underserved youth in business and industry and prepare them for corporate and community leadership. INROADS creates unique, one-on-one relationships with each Intern to foster an environment that allows for a great fit with its various corporate partners. By providing the skills, relationships, and network needed transforms leaders – not only for corporate environments, but for their communities and the world at large. Since its inception in Chicago in 1970, INROADS has grown from 25 Interns and 17 sponsoring corporations, to an international organization with over 35 offices. Our staff provides ongoing academic support and career training and guidance to nearly 2,000 Interns sponsored by over 200 companies. The tremendous growth of our organization is indicative of the business community's commitment to making a substantial investment in diverse leadership for itself, as well as, the greater community.
"The environment can't protect itself... somebody's got to do it." - Lewis Green Missouri's environment needs a legal advocate. Laws themselves cannot protect the environment; they require an advocate to ensure they are interpreted in good faith, monitored and fully enforced. Great Rivers Environmental Law Center is that advocate. Our work focuses around four core areas: To promote the public health by encouraging cleaner energy, improved environmental performance by businesses, and more efficient transportation and land use, thereby achieving cleaner air and water, and improving the quality of life in the region. To preserve open spaces, forest, flood-plains and wetlands for their recreational, aesthetic and agricultural benefits, and their values as flood storage and habitat for migratory birds and other species. To protect disadvantaged populations from an unreasonable share of the environmental burdens of modern society. To aid and advise citizens and organizations in asserting and defending their interests in environmental values before administrative officials and as a last resort, before the courts.
St. Louis BBB is a nonprofit organization. We take consumer complaints about businesses and help resolve them. BBB also provides seminars, newsletters and other benefits to our members, called Accredited Businesses. We also provide information for charities and accredit charities who meet our 20 standards for charity accountability.
We are leaders in improving the well-being of St. Louis’ most vulnerable children. We do this by investing in endeavors that improve the well-being of our children, engaging our region around the plight of children’s well-being, and advocating for change.
The Missouri Alliance for Historic Preservation advocates for, educates about and assists in the preservation of architectural and historic landmarks that embody Missouri's unique heritage and sense of place. Each year we host the Missouri Preservation Conference, bringing preservationists together from all over the state for tours and educational sessions. In the spring, we present Missouri's Statewide Preservation Honor Awards, which recognize the achievements of Missourians in historic preservation. During National Preservation Month, we name our List of Most Endangered Historic Places.
The Arch Grants Global Startup Competition is an international competition that awards $50,000 equity-free, cash grants and pro bono support services to innovative and scalable startups in reciprocation for locating their businesses in St. Louis, Missouri. The industry-agnostic Global Startup Competition is held twice per year, with grants awarded once in the spring and once in the fall. Arch Grants funds innovative technologies, products, and services wrapped within scalable business models that have national or international impact potential.
Childhood cancer can be devastating for any family, marked with a heavy emotional toll and financial strain. But with the help of the NCCS, no family has to endure the costs and heartache of pediatric cancer alone.
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The magazine will act as one of our education outreach components, offer exposure to organizations and businesses downtown, and help us fund our community health service programs.
Pedal the Cause is the premier cycling experience in the region, the pinnacle event of the year, and the driving force behind creating a world without cancer. Pedal the Cause is the only St. Louis event that gives 100% of participant donations to Siteman Cancer Center and St. Louis Children’s Hospital to accelerate lifesaving cancer research. Pedal the Cause is set to take place on Sept. 26 & 27, 2015 at the Chesterfield Amphitheater in Chesterfield, Mo.
Trailnet provides bicycling and livability programs and events to diverse groups of people. Hallmark programs include Safe Routes to School, Earn 2 Bikes, TravelGreen, Bicycle Fun Club, and Cultural Tours. -Trailnet’s outreach and engagement activities reach individuals from all demographics, backgrounds, and socioeconomic categories, confirming that active transportation is for anyone and everyone. -We help make non-motorized commuting a feasible choice for anyone. -All of our programs focus on educating and encouraging people of all ages to travel throughout their community on bike and on foot. Active, vibrant communities are healthier and safer. -Trailnet’s Bicycle Fun Club is one of the most active bike event programs in the nation and serves up to 10,000 recreational bicyclists annually. -Our TravelGreen program engages and educates those ready to make the switch to active transportation by using their bikes for more than recreation. We build and nurture commuter networks that move people closer to their goals – whether it’s to become healthier, save money, protect the environment, or just to have fun. -All Trailnet programs respond to the shocking statistics that 2/3 of all American adults are either obese or overweight. This holds significant economic value since this “weigh-in” increases the cost of health care for everyone, impacts attendance at work and school due to related illness, and increases fuel usage because vehicles are carrying more weight. Trailnet assists municipalities in designing streets, sidewalks, and trails that allow and encourage people to walk and bike safely through their community. -Trailnet’s community planning team works closely with community leaders, residents, and stakeholders to create safer, healthier, and more active communities. -Between 2001 and 2011, more than 688,000 pedestrians in the U.S. were injured – a number equivalent to a pedestrian being struck by a motorized vehicle every 7 minutes. In Missouri, bicycle related injuries represent more than 10% of all roadway injuries. These numbers present an imperative need for communities to address the safety of all their citizens. -To date we have partnered with 26 municipalities, creating plans that attract and retain residents, stimulate economic development, and improve community health. Trailnet’s Healthy, Active and Vibrant Communities (HAVC) initiative was created in partnership with the Missouri Foundation for Health. It provides opportunities and access to healthy, active living for residents of urban, rural, and suburban communities. -Trailnet’s HAVC initiative focuses at the policy level to produce the farthest-reaching and longest-term solutions to obesity, especially in low-income communities. It includes proven strategies of policy change affecting the built environment and building social networks around healthy lifestyles. -The HAVC initiative has received national recognition as an “emerging intervention” that holds promise for replication. It’s been developed in 11 diverse communities in St. Louis and across the state. -Trailnet staff participates in federal, state, and local policy advocacy, working with partners to draft and file policy, educate policymakers, and promote health- and safety-related initiatives to the public. -Trailnet participated in the passage of two recent St. Louis City ordinances: the Form Based Code ordinance that creates more walkable, bikeable communities, and the Safe Streets ordinance that protects people who walk and bike from endangerment and assault.
Founded in 2003 by Max and Colleen Starkloff, the Starkloff Disability Institute works on changing societal attitudes and perceptions about people with disabilities through activities that send a positive message about living with disability in order to create a world that welcomes disabled people. The Institute does this through various projects which disseminate a positive message about living with disability: * The Disability Studies Initiative * The Disability History Project * Universal Design Summit * Direct Action * The Next Big Step VISION When people understand disability, they will join our efforts to make it possible for people with disabilities to enjoy full participation in the communities where they live. GOALS Our goals include the following: * Using public dialogue to expose the misconceptions that prevent people with disabilities from taking charge of their own lives. * Disseminating a positive message about living with disability in the St. Louis region. * Creating educational programs to inform various segments of the St. Louis community about disability and preparing the next generation to view disability as a normal part of life. * Developing leadership opportunities for people with disabilities in the St. Louis region. * Conducting research in areas that will further our mission to prepare ourselves to provide information and advocacy with respect to public policy, community planning, and social justice. * Working with disabled and non-disabled individuals and organizations - employers, churches, businesses, governments, foundations, politicians, schools, medical professionals, and others - to develop attitudes and actions that will ensure that people with disabilities have the opportunity for full participation in society. These goals are grounded in the Values that define the Starkloff Disability Institute. Values and Beliefs * Attitudes can be changed, just like policies and laws. * Changing attitudes may well be the single biggest barrier standing between people with disabilities and full participation in society. * Changing attitudes must be … THE NEXT BIG STEP The work of the Starkloff Disability Institute is grounded in the following values: * All people should have equal opportunity to live, work, and participate fully in society. * People with disabilities should be perceived as equals in society. * Most people with disabilities and their families should know that they can make the choice to live more independently. * Public policy impacts the ability of people with disabilities to live independently. * We have a responsibility to train disabled leaders to advocate effectively for disability rights issues. * The study of disability history and culture are essential to understanding the role of disability in our society. * There is individual and systemic discrimination against people with disabilities, which must be acknowledged if we are to understand its impact and work to eliminate it. * People with disabilities don't want pity; they want acceptance, support, and full engagement with life. * It is our responsibility to educate corporations and public and private entities on ways to include people with disabilities. Collaboration and partnership are keys to our success. History Max and Colleen Starkloff established the Starkloff Disability Institute in October 2003 to take their work in the field of disability in a new direction. After founding Paraquad, Inc. in 1970, one of the nation's leading independent living centers, the Starkloffs wanted to dedicate the balance of their careers to enhancing opportunities for disabled people to achieve acceptance, independence, and full engagement with life. Many non-profit independent living centers and other disability oriented organizations, in the St. Louis area and the nation, work to improve the lives of people with disabilities through direct service activities that prepare them to live independently, and advocate for services that promote access to housing, transportation, education, personal assistance services, health care and employment. For more about independent living centers, see www.ilru.org. In short, these organizations help people with disabilities get out into the world. How SDI is different from Paraquad and other disability focused organizations. * Paraquad and other disability focused organizations teach people with disabilities to live independently in society. * SDI teaches society to accept people with disabilities. Prior to the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act in 1990, President George H. W. Bush said, "People with disabilities are the poorest, least educated, and largest minority in America." At that time, two thirds of Americans with disabilities between the ages of 16 and 64 were not working at all, although most said that they wanted to work. Seventeen years later, in spite of significant improvements won through ADA, President Bush's description remains accurate. FACTS: * 18+ percent of America's population is disabled. That's more than 1 out of 5 of our families, friends, and neighbors. * 69 percent of disabled people, age 16 - 64, are unemployed. Compare that to our current US unemployment "crisis" of 7 percent. * People with disabilities continue to be the highest unemployed and underemployed of any social category - by far. While 92 of the Fortune 100 companies have workplace diversity policies, disability is not consistently a diversity measure. Only 32 of these policies expressly mention people with disabilities.
We are a not for profit organization. Created, owned, and run by veterans, since 2011. Veterans work together to recycle or properly dispose of computers, computer parts, laptops, microwaves, and other electronics. Recycling is our process. Veteran employment is our objective.
ITEN was founded in April 2008 to be the catalyst of the St. Louis region’s IT startup ecosystem. We accelerate scalable tech startups with programs for rapid product development, connections to talent, essential networking, and access to funding. The core of our value proposition is enabling experienced entrepreneurs to help other entrepreneurs build successful, growing tech ventures. These critical connections are formed through direct mentoring access, a curriculum of graduated acceleration programs, and our weekly and monthly networking programs. We serve over 280 startup ventures and involve more than 80 volunteer mentors (many are serial entrepreneurs), and 6 Entrepreneurs-in-Residence. ITEN’s programs form a venture roadmap from concept through design, prototype, launch, revenue, funding and rapid scaling. Guidance from serial entrepreneurs, subject matter experts and important community influencers helps entrepreneurs focus on essential critical tasks and avoid wasted efforts. Access to investors, key service providers and qualified talent means lower barriers to rapid acceleration. Designed by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs, requiring neither payment nor equity, ITEN is a unique community asset and a proven route to venture success.