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
Inside Philanthropy Article Features Deaconess President & CEO
We’re excited to share this article, “You Are Worthy; Let’s Go.” A Racial Justice Fund in St. Louis Plans a 100-Year Commitment to Change, from Inside Philanthropy featuring Deaconess President …Learn More
St. Louis Regional Racial Healing + Justice Fund Announces Community Governance Board
Residents of the Bi-State Area Direct Investments for Community Healing ST. LOUIS, MO (April 27, 2022) – The St. Louis Regional Racial Healing + Justice Fund announced today its Community …Learn More
Missouri Medicaid Step-by-Step Application Video Guide
The rules have changed in Missouri. Now, more people qualify for free or low-cost health insurance through Missouri Medicaid. Our partners at the St. Louis Regional Health Commission have created …Learn More
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