Our Approach
Why it matters
One in five children in the St. Louis region lives in poverty. This increases to two in five for Black or Brown children. Deaconess envisions a community that values the health and well-being of all children and gives priority attention to the most vulnerable. This community only thrives if the allocation of power and distribution of resources, benefits, opportunities and burdens are not predictable by, nor predicated on race.
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Recent News
January Newsletter | Blessings & Favor
Deaconess Community, The year 2023 has been gifted to us. Each year I inquire of the Lord to know what my focus should become. I am not big on making …Learn More
December Newsletter | Blessings & Gratitude
Deaconess Community, Practicing gratitude brings joy. As we are wrapping up 2022, with deep gratitude we are reflecting on our connections with our community, neighbors, partners, and one another. Though …Learn More
St. Louis Regional Racial Healing + Justice Fund Announces $80,000 in Crisis Response Grants
Five organizations will receive $16,000 each to support community healing efforts following recent tragedy ST. LOUIS (December 13, 2022) – The Community Governance Board (CGB) of the St. Louis Regional …Learn More
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