Sophisticated Living Charity Register St. Louis 2021

CHARITY REGISTER 2021

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As the pandemic spread, I was sure the philanthropic community was going to be hardest hit. And with all of the galas and events getting cancelled, the picture was bleak. But as luck and the generosity of St. Louis would have it, this has been a year of inspiration...and creativity.

Of the dozens of virtual events I attended, I was amazed by how many people were online too, the giving levels were generous to say the least, and the production value of the virtual events were first rate. My wife and I cuddled up to the computer, opened a bottle of wine, watched with astonishment to see more people online than typically at one of the galas, and was grateful to see so many people giving in ways they likely haven’t given before...and this all was happening, live, from their couches, with many guests in pajamas. I was so impressed that sometimes I wonder if we'll ever go back.

I also participated in a Family Feud-like virtual event to raise money for the JCCA. In other years I would not have considered subjecting myself to a game show designed to raise money while performing for a crowd or camera; I am a behind the scenes guy. In other years, I would always say we should go to these events, and when the night came, I wished I hadn’t committed.

Inevitably, we always had fun and felt great about participating. I don’t know how much The J raised in other years, but I was amazed more than $200,000 was raised online because our friends and family agreed to be good sports, and we had a lot of fun doing it.

I’m sure some nonprofits didn’t fare as well this past year. I am sure some closed or merged. But this year challenged us to be our best, work the hardest we ever have, and to pivot using our best thinking, creativity and resourcefulness. For the first time, I set up a small fundraiser for the American Heart Association on my birthday and it raised more money than I set out to raise. We are all getting used to Zoom, online donations, virtual galas and stepping up sometimes until it hurts.

So how can so many good trends could emerge from a time period many are trying to wish away?

Despite the death counts rising, a bitter election, stores and restaurants closing, and fear about what would come next, we were clearly all in this together.

We couldn’t agree on whether to wear masks or where to get vaccinated, but people knew that unless we stepped up, no one would. And we all did.

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We all learned to pivot. Nonprofits figured out online giving, galas became more creative virtual events, and nonprofit staff and volunteers suddenly became production teams. Most of the nonprofits we work with shared their stories about never slowing down as the need for their services continued to grow during the pandemic. I asked Jazz St. Louis who produced their gala, which was attended by hundreds, and I was amazed when Gene Dobbs Bradford said the staff did much of it because they just didn’t have the money to hire outside resources. If necessity is the mother of invention, everyone should be proud of what was accomplished during a year when failure was more than possible.

But for most, failure wasn’t an option as their services -- especially mental health agencies -- were needed more than ever. No one was willing to lose what it took years to build. We were turned down by some past donors who I was counting on to be sponsors of Sophisticated Giving, but just as one door closed another opened. This year’s charity guide is twice the size of the last one, and we couldn’t have done it without the people on the front and back covers, not to mention those who chose to remain nameless. I heard multiple times that “it felt really good to give during a time when it really hurt.”

My hope is that when you read this special issue you will be moved by the stories and give -- even if it’s a small amount -- because everyone here needs it.

Even if you give $10 to each of the 50 nonprofits here, when all of our readers do it, we’ll help raise $12,500,000. Now that’s a goal I’d like to surpass!

Thank you for standing by us and making a difference when we needed it most. I look forward to seeing you soon at a gala, an auction, or a virtual fundraiser. When I think about what St. Louis is, I think it is generous. St. Louis is...enormously generous.

Here’s to a better year.

Craig M. Kaminer, Publisher craig@slmag.net

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BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF GREATER ST. LOUIS (BGCSTL) • 99% of Club members abstained from cigarette smoking • 83% abstained from marijuana use

Sophisticated Details: For over fifty years, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis (BGCSTL), a leading youth service agency in the St.Louis region, has been providing after school, summer, teen and sports programs for youth ages 6-18. The Clubs are open during hours that kids and teens are most likely to need a safe place to go — after school and during summer. The Clubs serve youth across the region at twelve locations, including (Adams Park Club, Boys & Girls Club of Bethalto, Boys & Girls Club of Lovejoy, Hazelwood Elementary School Club, Herbert Hoover Club, MathewsDickey Club, Normandy High School, O’Fallon Park Club, Riverview Gardens Club, Roosevelt High School, Hazelwood Southeast Middle School Club and the Teen Center of Excellence). We also operate Mentor St. Louis and the St. Louis Internship Program.

The mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis (BGCSTL) is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens.

Sophisticated Giving: VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES MENTOR. TUTOR. COACH. From one time to ongoing tax-deductible gifts to supporting one of our many events, or joining one of our affinity groups, there’s always a way to provide GREAT FUTURES to St. Louis youth!

• Annual Gifts - Support the operations and ongoing programs • Matching Gifts - Increase the impact of your gift through your company’s matching gift programs • Table For Four - Proceeds help support important initiatives like girls’ programs that teach young women ages 6 to 18 about health, fitness, self-esteem and good decision-making • Friends of the Club, Casino Night - Proceeds support Club kids • Jim Butler Golf Tournament - Proceeds help provide lifechanging experiences like Health & Life Skills programs • Great Futures Gala - Focuses on the Youth of the Year process and the great futures our kids attain through their Club experiences • Women’s Leadership Circle - Serves to connect area women business and community leaders to the mission and vision of the Boys & Girls Clubs • Friends of the Club – Our young professionals group invested in supporting St. Louis youth

Sophisticated Connections: Boys & Girls Clubs programs have taken members from the Clubhouse to the White House; from the games room to the corporate board room; from the high school orchestra to Carnegie Hall. Nationally recognized programs address today’s most pressing youth issues, teaching young people the skills they need to succeed in life. It is our hope that every kid who comes through our doors, graduates from high school with a plan for their future! Membership fees are kept low to allow any child the opportunity to join and includes access to after school homework assistance, tutoring, college and career planning, recreational activities, access to transportation, free dental and vision care as well as healthy meals in a safe, supportive learning environment.

Join the Boys & Girls Clubs movement today, register your child, or to DONATE, call 314.335.8000 or visit bgcstl.org for more information.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis 314.335.8000 Bgcstl.org Facebook: bgcstlouis Instagram: @bgcstl Twitter: @bgcstl

Sophisticated Goals: BGCSTL’s impact on the lives of our community’s youth: • 95% of teens expect to complete high school • 84% of teens expect to go on to post-secondary education • 93% of Club members maintained on-time grade progression

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BREAST CANCER ASSISTANCE FUND

Sophisticated Details: A breast cancer diagnosis is lifealtering and stress-inducing. Between balancing treatment plans, work, bills, transportation to-and-from doctor’s offices, and day-to-day life, a breast cancer patient needs more than medicine to get through it. Our mission at the Breast Cancer Assistance Fund (BCAF), our mission is to help women, men, and their families who are dealing with the stress and anxiety of a breast cancer diagnosis and need financial assistance during active treatment. In addition to devastating health challenges, patients who are being treated for cancer and their families are often faced with financial and emotional burdens. Addressing these needs is why BCAF was created.

impacted them exponentially. We increased our financial support and distributed thousands of masks.

In 2021, we hope to be able to provide even more funding for more patients by increasing our digital footprint and social media presence. We also have an active outreach program that aims to expand our charitable giving by seeking both corporate and individual donors to provide funding for the charitable giving we provide yearround. Additionally, we hope to resume sponsoring 3-day retreats for groups of families, which had to be paused due to the pandemic. These retreats provide families dealing with cancer a chance to step away from the daily struggle of dealing with their illness and reconnect.

Sophisticated Connections: We help these patients overcome some of their greatest challenges. We work tirelessly to put donations to use in assisting patients and their families by paying for everyday living expenses such as rent, utilities, transportation, groceries, lodging while at treatment, and childcare costs.

Sophisticated Giving: Last year, our programs provided financial assistance to patients suffering from breast cancer from area hospitals such as St. Louis University Hospital and Mercy Hospital St Louis. We also receive requests from patients who have been referred to us from various hospitals outside the immediate St. Louis area.

Donors can help us continue to fund this program by making a direct donation on our website at breastcanceraf.org.

Sophisticated Goals: Our goal is to help these patients focus less on their over whelming daily challenges and more on having a full recovery. By contributing financial assistance, BCAF can and will provide these families a chance to live their lives to the fullest. Our daily operations entails fulfilling financial requests from patients suffering from breast cancer. 2020 was an extremely challenging year for our families, as Covid-19

Breast Cancer Assistance Fund 140 Beach Street Suite 310 Daytona Beach, FL 32114 866.413.5789 Breastcanceraf.org

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Board Members:, President Mr. David J. Schepers, Immediate Past President Mrs. Carrie L. Johnson (P), Vice Presidents Ms. Mariquita L. Barbieri, Mr. Frank S. Childress, Mrs. Laurie Haffenreffer, Mrs. Joanne P. Knight (L), Mr. Ned O. Lemkemeier (L, P), Mr. William B. Sheldon (L), Mr. James M. Snowden, Jr. (L), Mr. W. Bruce Springer (L), Mr. Jeffrey R. Tucker, Treasurer, Mr. Dennis M. Reagan, Assistant Treasurer, Mr. Garrick R. Hamilton, Secretary, Ms. Laurie W. Miller (L), Assistant Secretary, Mrs. Amy R. Tighe (nonvoting), Executive Director and Assistant Secretary, Mrs. Robin M. Feder (nonvoting) Members, Dr. Claudio F. Abreu, Mr. John R. Arenberg, Mr. Theodore M. Armstrong (L, P), Mrs. Kathy A. Beilein, Ms. Barbara H. Boyle, Mrs. Virginia J. Browning (H, L), Dr. Craig A. Buchman (H), Mrs. Tiffany D. Charles, Mr. Robert G. Clark (P), Mr. Mark S. Cochran, Dr. Jerome R. Cox, Jr. (L), Mr. Robert Crumpton, Mr. C. Baker Cunningham (P), Mrs. Elizabeth C. Dorr, Mr. Benjamin F. Edwards, IV, Mrs. Linda L. Goldstein, Mr. Louis S. Goltermann, Jr., Mrs. Jane-Ellis Griggs, Ms. Robin A. Hattori, Mrs. Florence W. Hawes (L), Mr. Michael J. Higginbotham, Dr. Thomas P. Horejes, IV (H), Ms. Antonnette M. Jackson, Mrs. Tina L. Klocke, Mrs. Jennifer E. Koster, Mrs. Kerrin M. Kowach, Dr. Richard S. Kurz, Mr. Nicholas M. Lampi, Mr. Michael D. Laycob, Mrs. Karen S. Leebolt, Mrs. Noël H. Mangano, Mrs. Lisa D. McLaughlin, Mr. Stephen W. McMillan, Mr. Scott D. Monette (P), Mr. Brandon W. Neuschafer, Mr. Jared E. Neville, Mrs. Elin C. Nozewski, Mrs. Rachel H. Oliver, Dr. Gwendolyn D. Packnett, Mrs. Carolyn P. Rayner, Mrs. Shelby A. Reneski, Mr. Hugh Scott, III (L, P), Dr. James W. Seeser, Mr. Daniel J. Sherman, Mr. Eric M. Stisser, Mr. Samir A. Tayob, Mr. Eugene M. Toombs, IV, Hon. Lisa S. Van Amburg, Mrs. Anabeth Weil, Mr. John D. Weil (L), Mr. Craig R. Aslin, CID Parent Representative, Mrs. Patrice M. Howard, CID Staff Representative, Dr. Brittany M. Wuebbles (H) Honorary Member, (L) Life Member, (P) Past President

CID – CENTRAL INSTITUTE FOR THE DEAF and look forward to offering our blogs and quick tip videos in Spanish through partnership with listening and spoken language professionals in Argentina. We recently launched a new website and our 19th online course as an American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)-approved continuing education provider.

CID was founded in St. Louis in 1914 by a local otologist, Max Goldstein, MD, and has since earned worldwide respect for training countless professionals and providing opportunity for thousands of area families.

CID school alumni typically attend college. Their careers run the gamut from business, law and medicine to engineering, art and academics.

Sophisticated Details: CID – Central Institute for the Deaf is both a school for children and a center for developing educational resources for teachers of the deaf, speech-language pathologists, pediatric audiologists and other listening and spoken language professionals. Our mission is to teach children who are deaf and hard of hearing to listen, talk, read and succeed. We empower families and professionals in St. Louis and worldwide to help children reach their fullest potential.

We serve children from birth to age 12 and their families in St. Louis and surrounding Missouri and Illinois counties. We provide training, resources and curricula for colleagues working with students who are deaf and hard of hearing learning to listen and talk.

2020 was a year of hybrid learning, with many students learning from home and some working at school within small educational cohorts. Most of our toddlers, preschoolers and primary students have attended school in person since January 2021. Small class sizes, frequent handwashing and facility disinfection, strict social distancing protocols and clear masks that enable lipreading remain the norm.

Sophisticated Giving: For the past 12 years, CID has consistently earned Charity Navigator’s highest rating for accountability, transparency and competent stewardship of funds. They accept donations of all sizes. CID 1914 Society members pledge ongoing support at the level of $1,914 or more annually. Members of the CID Legacy Society have chosen to make gifts through their estate plans to support our students for generations to come. CID holds two annual fundraisers, CID OUT LOUD! and our Young Professionals Trivia Night. Businesses can place their names and logos in front of guests by donating auction packages and/or purchasing a visible sponsorship opportunity. Contact Melany Nitzsche, mnitzsche@cid.edu or 314.977.0163.

Sophisticated Connections: CID offers children with hearing loss an excellent foundation for learning. We eagerly anticipate a time when our early intervention providers will once again be able to visit the homes of babies in addition to coaching their parents virtually.

Although we continue to learn and adapt effective ways to teach online, in-person education, audiolog y and speech-language services are ideal. Children with hearing loss need targeted exposure to language and every possible advantage to catch up and join peers in their neighborhood schools.

CID – Central Institute for the Deaf 825 S. Taylor Avenue Saint Louis, MO 63110 cid@cid.edu cid.edu Facebook: cidschool, cidprofessionals Instagram: central_institute_for_the_deaf Twitter: @cidschool and @cidprofessional Youtube.com/Central Institute for the Deaf greatnonprofits.org/org/central-institute-for-the-deaf

Sophisticated Goals: Since March of 2020, more than 2,000 professionals have sought CID expertise through online training, curricula and other resources designed to meet their needs. We made our annual workshops virtual

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CHILDHOOD ABUSE AND TRAUMA FOUNDATION stress-related psychiatric disorder-after experiencing other types of trauma later in life.

Our program eliminates the negative effect from painful or confusing life events whether these experiences are remembered, repressed, or forgotten. Unconscious conflicts blocking desired change are quickly and painlessly pinpointed and resolved. The mind is organized and optimized. There are dramatic improvements in feelings and behavior. This process may be completed in as little as one to three sessions.

Sophisticated Details: The Childhood Abuse and Trauma Foundation was established to provide therapy and support to current and past survivors of Child Abuse. Our treatment programs help reduce or eliminate the negative emotional or behavioral influence of traumatic events, whether these experiences are remembered, repressed, or forgotten. The Childhood Abuse and Trauma Foundation provides free therapy services to survivors of childhood trauma and abuse. Services are provided directly or through an online program in the comfort of your own home. It is not necessary to relive past events or experience any pain.

The mind is cleared, organized, and optimized. In addition to online therapy, CATF utilizes both Hyperbaric Oxygen therapy and Theta Chamber Therapy to facilitate mental, physical, and emotional healing.

Sophisticated Goals: CATF works with people from across the United States. Our non-invasive therapy does not require the client to relive their previous encounters with child abuse.

We do not need to know the extent of the abuse or trauma in order to assist with their therapy. By doing so, we allow the client to mentally heal without inducing a fight or flight reaction. The Therapy is very gentle, and most clients leave their session feeling immediate relief. The process continues over 28 days as the mind heals. As a matter of fact, majority of clients begin to talk openly about their abuse shortly after without feelings of guilt or anxiety.

Sophisticated Connections: Every year, 3.3 million reports of child abuse are made in the United States.

In fact, the United States has the worst record of all industrialized nations. Abuse can affect virtually anyone from all walks of life, including men, women, children, and seniors. It can take the form of physical battery, emotional bullying, sexual abuse, or neglect.

In addition to harming the immediate well-being of a child, maltreatment and extreme stress during childhood can impair early brain development and metabolic and immune system function, leading to chronic health problems. As a consequence, abused children are at increased risk for a wide range of physical health conditions including obesity, heart disease, and cancer, as well as psychiatric conditions such as depression, suicide, drug and alcohol abuse, high-risk behaviors, and violence.

They are also more susceptible to developing posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) a severe and debilitating

Sophisticated Giving: You can assist the works of Childhood Abuse and Trauma Foundation by reporting acts of child abuse, spreading the word about our cause, and encouraging victims to seek help from the mental health community. Consider making a donation to CATF. Childhood Abuse and Trauma Foundation Kirk Sherwood Executive Director 1.888.244.5392 Childhoodabuseandtraumafoundation.org

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CHILD WATCH OF NORTH AMERICA

services free of charge and has never accepted donations or financial assistance from families of a missing child.

Sophisticated Details: Child Watch of North America was founded in 1993 to assist in the search, location, prevention, and reunification of missing children.

Since its founding, CWNA has assisted in the location of more than 260 missing children across the United States. CWNA provides services to parents, guardians and families of missing children, as well as local police departments to assist in the location of a missing child.

Through a mail campaign CWNA distributes more than 1,000,000 posters of missing children annually.

CWNA provides a variety of other services including Case Management, Child Identification Kits, support services, and travel reunification assistance. Once a child has been located, CWNA continues to stay involved with the family to provide emotional and therapeutic resources.

Sophisticated Goals: CWNA assists law enforcement by complimenting their services and providing a point of contact for families of missing children. CWNA utilizes all means necessary to advocate for the continued search and location of a missing child. There are currently 108 missing children in the state of Missouri. Child Watch of North America has previously provided poster distribution services to Shawn Hornbeck who went missing in 2002 from Richwood, MO. Sophisticated Giving: Please take the time to look at missing children posters. Be alert to your surroundings and teach your children how to react to situations that can lead to potential abductions. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation to Child Watch.

Sophisticated Connections: More than 2,400 children go missing each day in the United States. While many of these cases are solved within a short period of time, many remain unsolved for years, and some are never resolved. The emotional and financial impact of a missing child affects all members of a family. Many wipe out their life savings, mortgage their homes, and borrow large sums of money in an attempt to recover their loved ones. CWNA provides all

Child Watch of North America Brandon Wood President 1-888-244-5392 www.childwatch.org

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CHILDREN’S CANCER DREAM NETWORK

and individual donors to provide funding for the charitable giving we provide year-round.

Additionally, due to the pandemic we had to pause our 3-day sponsored retreats for groups of families, however we have continued to support our families with virtual events.

These retreats provide families dealing with cancer a chance to step away from the daily struggle of dealing with their illness and reconnect. When we are able to resume normal programming, we will be looking for volunteers for the family retreats.

Sophisticated Details: Here at the Children’s Cancer Dream Network, our mission is to give children suffering from cancer and other terminal illnesses the opportunity to have their dreams and wishes come true. For many, it’s an all-inclusive retreat or vacation with their family. But for others, it might be an Xbox, iPad, bicycle, or a special toy. Our goal is to give these children and their families the ability to leave their worries behind and enjoy the moment — even if it is for only a short time.

Sophisticated Connections: Our daily operation entails fielding requests from eligible children and families and providing the support to make their dreams come true.

During the holiday season, we also fulfill wish lists we get from hospitals for the children who are in their care at the time.

Sophisticated Giving: In 2020, we fulfilled many of the items on the wish list for the St. Louis Children’s Hospital at Barnes-Jewish. In addition to gifts for children, the staff also refers patients who may be seeking assistance to our organization. This year, we hope to expand the number of hospitals in the St. Louis region that we work with. Donors can help us continue to fund this program by making a direct donation on our website at cancerdreamnetwork.org.

Sophisticated Goals: 2020 was an extremely challenging year for our families, as Covid-19 impacted them exponentially. So, we increased our support and distributed thousands of masks. In 2021, we hope to be able to fulfill many more dreams and wishes for children and families by increasing our digital footprint and social media presence.

We also have an active outreach program that aims to expand our charitable giving by seeking both corporate

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CONCORDANCE Sophisticated Details: Headquartered in St. Louis, Concordance is a nonprofit committed to reducing reincarceration rates through a holistic, integrated, and evidence-driven model that includes 12 essential services under one roof. There are approximately 100 million people affected by mass incarceration in our country, making it one of the most significant societal issues we face today. Concordance provides integrated, personalized support across substance use and mental health treatment, education, job readiness and employment, housing and legal services, and more. Founded by President and CEO Danny Ludeman, the nonprofit is dedicated to healing individuals, reuniting families, transforming communities, and advancing the field of re-entry services.

Sophisticated Goals: Concordance is in the middle of its First Chance campaign, a $50 million fundraising effort backed by prominent business and civic leaders. Funds from the campaign will help Concordance expand its re-entry model to 11 additional U.S. cities by 2025.

Sophisticated Giving: If you are interested in supporting Concordance, we encourage you to make a financial contribution online, follow us on social media, and help amplify our message within your community.

Concordance 6 CityPlace Drive, Suite 522 St. Louis, MO 63141 314.396.6001 Concordanceacademy.org Facebook: ConcordanceAcademy Instagram: @concordanceoutforgood LinkedIn: concordance-academy-of-leadership Twitter: @ConcordanceAcad YouTube:youtube.com/channel/UChd8n15FPWQb5JMo2429pHg

Sophisticated Connections: Concordance has been able to lower reincarceration rates among its participants in St. Louis by more than 40%. Over the next 18 months, the nonprofit plans to increase its impact in St. Louis by doubling the number of participants it serves in the region from 250 a year to 500.

Board Members: Dr. Kelvin Adams - Superintendent, St. Louis Public School District; Angela Adler - President & CEO, Adler Associates, LLC; Lynn Britton - President & CEO, Mercy; Jim Bullard - President & CEO, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis; Scott Carter - President, Spire; Ken Cella - Principal, Branch Development, Edward Jones; Tad Edwards - Chairman, President & CEO, Benjamin F. Edwards & Co.; Dave Eichhorn - President and Head of Investment Strategies, NISA Investment Advisors, LLC; Sal Hernandez - Former Vice President of Compliance & Ethics, Enterprise Holdings; Rick Holton, Jr. - Manager, Holton Capital; Susan Huber - Senior Vice President, Ascension; Dan Isom - Former Chief of Police, City of St. Louis; Laurent Javois - Regional Executive Officer, Missouri Department of Mental Health – Division of Behavioral Health; Diane Katzman - President, Diane Katzman Fine Arts; Rusty Keeley - CEO, Keeley Companies; Robert Kirkland - SVP/CFO North America, Stanley Black and Decker; David Kowach - Head of Community Banking, Wells Fargo; Ken Kranzberg - Chairman Emeritus, TricorBraun; Greg Kraus - Senior Vice President, Merrill Lynch; Ron Kruszewski - President & CEO, Stifel Nicholaus & Company; Marc Lazar - Founder, Domaine Wine Storage; Joe Leahy - Chief Creative Officer, HLK; Danny Ludeman - President & CEO, Concordance; Steve Maritz - CEO, Maritz; Rich McClure - Former Co-Chairman, Ferguson Commission; Ken McDonald - Senior Director of Business Development, Covenant Theological Seminary; Dick Miles - Former Chairman & CEO, Valitas Health Services, Inc.; Michael Moehn - Chairman & President, Ameren Missouri; Michael Neidorff - Chairman, President & CEO, Centene Corporation; Carrie Nelson - President & CEO, Atlas Point LLC; Bob Newmark - Managing Partner, Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP; Steve Nystrom - Senior Vice President (Ret.), U.S. Bank; Kathy Osborn Executive Director, Regional Business Council; Larry Otto - President, U.S. Bank; Steven Ponciroli - Associate VP – Partnership Strategy and Growth, North Highland; Eriko Pope - CEO/Founder, Katalyst STL; Nick Ragone - Executive Vice President, Chief Marketing & Communications Officer, Ascension; Benjamin Rassieur III Vice President, Paulo Products Company; Kitty Ratcliffe - President, Explore St. Louis; Joe Reagan - Former President & CEO, St. Louis Regional Chamber; B.T. Rice - Pastor, New Horizon 7th Day Christian Church; Julie Russell - Executive Director, Leap Ambassadors Support Team, Morino Ventures; Michael Scully - Missouri Regional President, PNC Bank; Susan Sherman - Board Chair, St. Louis Fashion Fund; Craig Silliman - Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative, Legal, and Public Policy Officer, Verizon; Joe Sivewright - Chief Executive Officer, Nestle Purina PetCare; David Steward - Chairman, World Wide Technology; Donald Suggs Publisher & Executive Editor, St. Louis American; Susan Talve - Founding Rabbi, Central Reform Congregation; Mark Thom - Chairman & CEO, MiTek; Greg Trapp - Former Division President & General Manager, Progressive Corporation; Mary Unnerstall - Executive Manager, Office of the Chairman, World Wide Technology; Rob Vitale - President & CEO, Post Holdings; Sara Wade - Former Senior Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer, Express Scripts; Caprina Wakefield - Sr. Human Resources Leader, SSM Health – Health Business; Chip Walker - Former Managing Director, Client Experience and Growth at Wells Fargo Advisors; Tim Wentworth CEO, Evernorth; Jimmy Williams, Jr. - President & CEO, Estel Foods, Inc.; Craig Workman - President, Workman Communications Group; Mark Wrighton - Professor & Chancellor Emeritus , Washington University; Jackie Yoon - President, YFB Consulting;

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Delmar DivINe

Sophisticated Details: Delmar DivINe is an innovative, multi-use initiative that provides co-location opportunities as well as essential training, capacity building, and leadership development for nonprofit human services organizations that will expand the ability of these agencies to maximize their impact and improve their outcomes.

Our mission is to maximize the efficiency, effectiveness, and impact of the nonprofit sector in the St. Louis region, especially among health, education and human service organizations, while simultaneously being a catalyst for the transformation of neighborhoods in North St. Louis City.

Our ongoing operations will focus on assisting our tenants to create meaningful collaborations and help them get the tools they need to be successful. Our Center for Human Services Leadership, established in partnership with Washington University, will deliver programs such as intensive executive education for aspiring and current nonprofit CEOs, board and governance training, professional evaluation, social innovation seminars, and racial equity training. Moreover, a three-person "animation" team will help create a vibrant community culture and deliver services that extend the bandwidth of the agencies housed at Delmar DivINe. The team will research and get answers to day-to-day problems, make referrals and introductions, and create programming relevant to individual tenants and sectors represented in the building. And we will have continuing programming focused on the needs of the community in the 63112 zip code where our campus resides.

Such programming will be informed by the direct feedback of the surrounding neighborhoods and channeled through a Community Collaborative Board made up of neighborhood and civic leaders interfacing directly with the board of directors to help guide, validate, and execute programming so that it is in response to community-identified needs.

across the region. In conjunction with a variety of other projects taking shape in North City, Delmar DivINe will help start the process of undoing over a century's worth of decline and disengagement north of Delmar Boulevard stemming from lack of investment and systemic racism.

Sophisticated Goals: Our two major goals are: To create a platform from which nonprofit organizations can lower costs, increase collaboration, and gain access to highquality capacity-building tools so that they may maximize the efficacy of their programming and better measure their outcomes, with a residual impact of improved access to resources from funders and greater trust from clients; and, to bring increased investment and opportunity to neighborhoods north of Delmar Blvd. while also working directly with their residents to address issues that they identify as important to their well-being.

Sophisticated Giving: Donors can assist us in a variety of ways. They can, of course, make financial donations – either directly to Delmar DivINe or in support of any of our agencies. We are also starting to put together a robust volunteer program to recruit community-focused individuals for myriad roles, including Hosts (being first points of contact in welcoming people to the building), Stewards (assisting with day-to-day tasks around the building such as setting up event spaces and preparing meeting rooms), and Ambassadors (supporting the execution of events and programs).

Delmar DivINe 5535 Delmar Blvd.

St. Louis MO 63112 314.899.5248 Delmardivine.com Facebook: Delmar-Divine Twitter: @delmardivine

Sophisticated Connections: Our community of nonprofit and related organizations will serve up to 250,000 people

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FOOD OUTREACH

providing our services to those in need. Since the pandemic began, Food Outreach has distributed 350,000 pounds of food. Our agency has never closed its doors or furloughed any staff members.

Sophisticated Details: Food Outreach’s mission is to provide nutritional support and enhance the quality of life of men, women and children living with HIV/AIDS or cancer.

Sophisticated Connections: We are the only organization providing these services in Missouri and western Illinois.

Our clients live within 160 zip codes and range in age from 17 to 35 years – many of whom live with multiple secondary illnesses in addition to their primary diagnosis. Our comprehensive program includes scratched-prepared meals, individualized dietetic counseling, nutrition supplements, and meal home delivery to homebound clients. Food Outreach provides 459,854 meals annually to nearly 1,600 community members.

Sophisticated Giving: In addition to the need for continued monetary donations, we also need volunteer support. With a small team of 13 full-time staff members, we completely depend on our volunteers to help with all the tasks involved in preparing, packing and delivering food to our clients. At times, we also need volunteer support for administrative assistance and special events.

Food Outreach 3117 Olive Street St. Louis, MO 63103 314.652.3663 Foodoutreach.org Facebook: foodoutreach Instagram: foodoutreachstl LinkedIn: company/food-outreach Twitter: @foodoutreachstl YouTube: bit.ly/youtubefoodoutreach

Sophisticated Goals: In March 2020, we inverted our program service model, moved to curbside pick-ups and increased home delivery for the protection of those we serve. We are currently providing 30 days of meals (we traditionally distributed 14 days of meals at a time) to encourage our clients to remain at home during this community health crisis. This is especially important as all of our clients are significantly immune-compromised.

The City of St. Louis Department of Health designated Food Outreach as an "essential social service provider" and is providing regular guidance to ensure our clients, staff and volunteers stay safe and healthy so we can continue

Board Members: Marie Artim, President; Amy Hoch Hogenson, Vice President; Richard Kluesner, Treasurer; Denise Evans, Secretary; Ben Cooper; Cheryl Gee; Lauren Karpman, PharmD; Katie Kearins; Paul Lovell; Kristen Nordstrom; Natalie Nyapete, MS, RDN, LD; LaDawn Ostmann; Noah Tennyson, PharmD; Jo Ellen Thelen Community Advisory Board: William Batie, Sandra Chaney, Scott Eye, Julius Graham, Jay Johnson, Pamela Randall

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FOSTER & ADOPTIVE CARE COALITION institutionalized), until a family becomes available. Last year, more than 400 foster youth (ages 18-21) aged out of the foster care system with no permanent family. According to statistics collected by the Jim Casey Youth Initiative, these youth will face a lifetime of difficulties: • 1 in 5 will become homeless after age 18 • Just 50% will be employed by age 24 • Less than 3% will earn a college degree • 74% of young women will be pregnant by age 21

Sophisticated Details: The Foster & Adoptive Care Coalition began in 1989 as an informal network of foster care professionals seeking a solution to a common problem – finding foster parents for the growing number of children in State custody. Since then, we have grown and developed – creating programs to address the most pressing issues in child welfare. Today, the Coalition serves 14 counties in the St. Louis region. Our vision is “For Every Child…A Place to Call Home.” The New York Times and TIME magazine have both featured our groundbreaking work, and more than a dozen sites around the country replicate our recruitment programs.

In addition, the opioid epidemic has created a need for even more foster parents because hundreds of more children have come into care. The Foster & Adoptive Care Coalition works to find and train forever families for children in foster care to help secure a stable, happy future for them.

Sophisticated Connections: The Foster & Adoptive Care Coalition has two main purposes: to find forever families for children in foster care and to provide critical support services to them and the families who care for them. We do this through a variety of programs, each one created to fill gaps in community services. Our main Recruitment programs include: • Extreme Recruitment® - serves youth for whom traditional recruitment methods have failed, typically the hardest-toplace children (older youth, sibling groups and those with emotional, behavioral, or developmental concerns) • 30 Days to Family® - works with children just entering care to match them with safe, appropriate family members in just 30 days • A Place to Call Home –features children available for adoption on KSDK 5 On Your Side • Support programs include: • Educational Advocacy – helps families navigate enrollment, suspensions, and all issues that arise at school • Family Works – provides 24/7 crisis intervention to help families deal with tough situations • Parent Training - prepares families to be licensed foster parents and provides ongoing support

Sophisticated Giving: In addition to financial support, the Coalition depends upon hundreds of volunteers who help in ReFresh and ReSource, with the Cinderella Project, with special events like Hope in a Handbag and A Sizzling Celebration, and in the office. Due to Covid-19, ReFresh will resume taking donations later in the year. During the holiday season, thousands of Little Wishes are generously granted by the public, and Birthday Buddies provide birthday presents year-round to children in care. Volunteers also hold special events and clothing drives. We collect hundreds of backpacks filled with age-appropriate school supplies that are given to children in foster care so they can begin the school year fully prepared.

Foster & Adoptive Care Coalition 1750 S. Brentwood Blvd., Suite 210 St. Louis, MO 63144 Melanie Scheetz, Executive Director 314.367.8373 Foster-adopt.org Facebook: fosteradopt Instagram: @foster.adopt Twitter: @fosteradopt

Sophisticated Goals: In Metro St. Louis, there are more than 4,300 children in foster care and more than 700 of them are waiting for a forever family. Many children wait in a residential facility for years (often becoming

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GATEWAY GREENING • Planting at the Giving Grove: 52 trees, 90 bushes, 26 fruiting vines, and 24 cane fruit • Distributes over 2,225 seed packets • Teaches more than 24 free in-person and online urban agriculture classes with 1,500+ total attendance • Facilitates volunteers to support community gardens and its gardeners throughout the St. Louis area

Sophisticated Details: Gateway Greening, a St. Louisbased non-profit that has been working to support urban gardening communities throughout St. Louis City and St. Louis County for more than 35 years. We are a community of gardeners, farmers, teachers, neighbors, friends, co-workers, and volunteers building communities throughout St. Louis.

Sophisticated Connections: At Gateway Greening we believe that community led gardens and orchards connect people to the land, their food, and each other.

These connections can transform the St. Louis region into a rooted and resilient urban community. Our mission is to educate and empower individuals to strengthen their communities through urban agriculture.

Gateway Greening supports a network of more than 240 community lead gardens including 90+ school gardens, and 40+ urban orchards with materials, resources, and ongoing education.

Gateway Greening works with existing communities to found food-producing community gardens for longterm sustainability to battle food insecurity, and offer access to healthy food. Through the 90+ gardens participating in our School Garden Program, students spent time outside exploring how food is grown through hands-on activities while potentially discovering new, healthier foods.

Gateway Greening believes that in order to create a stronger, healthier St. Louis, proper nutrition and connection with fresh food is essential.

Sophisticated Giving: Donate to support community, urban and school gardens and education programs: gatewaygreening. org/donate. Explore how you or your group can get involved by volunteering: gatewaygreening.org/volunteer.

Gateway Greening 3815 Bell Avenue St. Louis, MO 63108 314.588.9600 Gatewaygreening.org Facebook: GatewayGreening Instagram: gatewaygreeningstl LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/gateway-greening Twitter: @GatewayGreening Matt Schindler, Executive Director mschindler@gatewaygreening.org Jennifer Kramer, Director of Development and Communications jkramer@gatewaygreening.org

Sophisticated Goals: In 2020, Gateway Greening found community and gardening is more important than ever. On average, our network of gardens produces more than 3.5 tons of fruits and vegetables yearly, the majority remain within that community garden neighborhoods, and Gateway Greening: • Supports 240+ community lead gardens including 90+ school gardens, and 40 urban orchards

Board Members: Matt Hoffman, Husch Blackwell - Board Chair; Julie M. Thomas, Edward Jones - Secretary; April Troxel, USBank CDC - Treasurer; Ann Smith Carr, Community Volunteer; Melanie Bernds, Benson Hill; Susan Brown, Bunge; Dave Collett, Weber Shandwick; Audrey Green, United Soybean Board; Elizabeth Kinney, Twain Financial; Bob Lampe, Home State Health; Missy McCoy, Husch Blackwell; Chris Moore, Bayer Crop Science; Randy Parker, Randell S Parker Law; Bill Ruppert, National Nursery Products; Michelle Smart, Department of Human Services for St. Louis County; Zar Toolan, Wells Fargo Advisors; Frank Warren Jr., Community Volunteer; Bryan Welge, Commerce Bank

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HARVEY KORNBLUM JEWISH FOOD PANTRY community. We shifted to a drive-through food distribution model that follows physical distancing guidelines and streamlines food distribution, making our process more efficient and allowing us to serve more people. HKJFP continues to provide at least 10 days of food per month to all pantry guests.

The HKJFP will continue to provide a consistent source of nutritious food to children, adults, and seniors living in households with low incomes throughout our community.

With your support, we will be able to meet the ongoing need throughout 2021.

Sophisticated Details: The Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry (HKJFP) is the largest food pantry in St. Louis County, serving more than 15,000 individuals each year. The pantry provides at least 10 days of food to more than 6,000 children, adults and seniors every month, inclusive of age, race, religion, ethnicity, ability, gender identity/expression, and sexual orientation. Staff and volunteers work with clients to identify additional areas of need and provide referrals and on-site services to address issues beyond hunger.

The HKJFP alleviates hunger by providing food to individuals and families living in households with low incomes. Using the Client Choice model, guests shop for themselves and select the foods that support their family’s unique preferences, nutritional needs and dietary requirements. A staff of 11 and a volunteer workforce of more than 200 people ensure its smooth operations.

Sophisticated Giving: • Make a financial donation to JFS of St. Louis/HKJFP so we can cost-effectively purchase bulk food.

• Donate food. Suggested donation items: • Cereal (please avoid sugary cereals) • Canned vegetables • Canned beans • Pasta sauce • Tomato products (e.g. diced tomatoes, Manwich) • Tuna/canned chicken • Soup • Chili, beef stew, and protein-rich foods • Peanut butter • Host a food drive • Volunteer by contacting Jeremy Goldberg at 314.513.1679 or JGoldberg@jfsstl.org.

Sophisticated Connections: In the greater St. Louis region, one in every six individuals lives in poverty and experiences food insecurity, including 172,000 children. Thousands more are at-risk for hunger because of underemployment, rising medical expenses, or a lack of transportation to obtain food. As the largest food pantry in the region, the HKJFP serves individuals from 4,400 households each year (more than 6,000 clients each month), most living in St. Louis County.

H K J FP cl ients c ome from 76 d ifferent z ip codes throughout St. Louis City and County, with a significant population living in the most under-resourced neighborhoods of North St. Louis County. Eighty-five percent (85%) of all households served at the pantry have incomes below the federal poverty level. Thirty-eight percent (38%) of clients are children through age 18, and 22% are adults over the age of 60.

Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry 10601 Baur Blvd St. Louis, MO 63132 314.513.1672 www.jfsstl.org Facebook: JFSSTL LinkedIn: jfsstl Twitter: @JFSSTL

Sophisticated Goals: In 2020 the HKJFP served a total of 21,500 individuals, a 30% increase over the prior year.

We anticipate the need for food will continue to remain high into 2021 as individuals and families continue to face financial challenges.

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we adjusted our operations to meet local and regional health and safety guidelines, while working to serve the growing needs of our

Board Members: PRESIDENT - Brian Braunstein; VICE PRESIDENTS - Richard Levy, Molly Salky, Sherry Shuman, Carly Sparks TREASURER/SECRETARY - Adam Goldstein; IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT - Jill Belsky DIRECTORS - Amye Carrigan, Jeffrey Dardick, Steven Drapekin, Stuart Greenbaum, Michael Kaplan, Mara Kraus, James R. Levey, Michael Lourie, Rabbi Hershey Novack, Eric Peterson, Jonathan Root, Jennifer Soshnik, Julie Stern, Richard B. Tallin, Jane Roodman Weiss, Megan T. Wilson, Larry Woods PAST PRESIDENTS - Jan Abrams, Les Borowsky, Stephen E. Green, Frederic Steinbach, Karen Suroff

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HERMITS OF OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL

to the monastery for retreats, prayers, or assistance. This monastery will serve as the Novitiate for the training and formation of new members, who will then minister to individuals and families throughout the country. With the men formed in the Novitiate, the community will be establishing additional monasteries throughout the United States to offer its spiritual apostolate to more people.

Sophisticated Details: The Hermits of Our Lady of Mount Carmel is a Catholic Christian monastic community that is reviving a strict contemplative religious life according to an 800-year-old tradition following in the footsteps of St. Elijah who lived a life dedicated to God and the service of His people on Mount Carmel. The community has many young vocations as men flock to the monastery to pray for our country and the world in these troubled and dark times which face us and the next generation of Americans.

Sophisticated Giving: Committed to a full religious observance, manual labor, and service to souls, the community does not operate any regular business, but subsists on alms and the charity of the faithful. “We live upon alms” (St. Teresa of Avila). In the beginning of a religious foundation, there are significant material needs which constitute the vital, one-time investment to establish the permanent materials and setting for the community’s prayer, religious observance, and vocations for generations to come. All donations are tax-deductible and all who give share in the merits of the holy works and the ministry of this dedicated religious community.

Sophisticated Connections: In addition to the hidden influence of its prayers and sacrifices, the members of the Hermits of Our Lady of Mount Carmel offer a specific spiritual apostolate that provides spiritual instruction, moral education, personal counseling , and spiritual direction to bring about authentic renewal in our culture and society. Many thousands of people benefit from the prayers and ministry of the Hermits.

Sophisticated Goals: To accommodate its growth in vocations, the community is building a monastery with stone and traditional building techniques, which will be beautiful but austere, lacking most modern conveniences, thus enriching the contemplative religious observance of the Hermits and spiritually nourishing all who come

Hermits of Our Lady of Mount Carmel P.O. Box 485 Fairfield, PA 17320 Eremitaednmc.org

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS Dr. Kelvin Adams – Superintendent St. Louis Public Schools Jeff Bates – Kings Point Capital Management Christopher Bedell - Attorney Lashly and Baer Harriet Blickenstaff – Board Chair; Retired PR Professional Latashuia Browning – Treasurer; Director Program Management & Commercial Operations MilliporeSigma Karen F. Evans – Secretary; Former AT&T Executive; Reading Interventionist at Patrick Henry Elementary School, SLPS Melissa Garcia – PhD. Candidate University of Missouri-St. Louis; Professor- Harris-Stowe State University Lisa Huck – Director of Business Development Dot Foods Amy Murphy – Board Chair Emerita, Director of Donor Relations + Services St. Louis Community Foundation Dr. Chris Lee Nicastro – Retired Supt. and MO DESE Commissioner Wade Rakes – Regional VP and Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer Centene Corporation Jane Hollo Simmons - Community Volunteer Susan Stith – Vice President of Diversity, Inclusion, Civic Affairs and Foundation – Cigna Constance Taylor– Manager of Strategic Initiatives Ameren Thomas Walker – Senior Technology Customer Relationship Manager Wash U Med School IT Karen Kalish Founder and CEO

HOME WORKS! were able to truly connect. I saw a transformation after the visit.

He went from having spotty attendance to having consistent attendance and excellent participation.” - Cathy Garner, Eagle College Prep Teacher

Sophisticated Details: Parents being engaged in their children's education is absolutely critical to children's success.

Education research overwhelmingly states that students do better academically and socially when parents provide academic enrichment at home from birth, and when parents and teachers work together. Most teachers and administrators consider parent and family engagement to be the “missing link” but are often unsure how to effectively collaborate with parents.

HOME WORKS! forges that missing link, creating positive frameworks within which parents and teachers can effectively cooperate for the good of their students.

Sophisticated Goals: The impact of COVID-19 has increased the urgency of building lasting relationships between parents and teachers, and school and home. Our most vulnerable students are disproportionately affected and the achievement gap is widening. When we pivoted from in-person home visits to virtual home visits we discovered the depth of the digital divide and that too many students and their families in low-income neighborhoods had little to no access to the internet. In 2021 we will continue to partner with schools to increase parent engagement, provide training for teachers, and provide virtual and in-person home visits post-pandemic.

HOME WORKS! trains, supports, and pays teachers in underresourced schools to make virtual home visits and facilitate virtual parent-teacher workshops. Our teachers provide strategies to improve the academic achievement, attendance, and behavior of struggling students. In addition, in response to COVID-19, we launched a pilot initiative with one of our lowest performing schools to address the impact of the digital divide.

The goal of "Getting Patrick Henry Connected" is to build proven, successful processes for enabling and supporting remote learning, and to ensure every Patrick Henry student, family, and teacher has the tools, resources and skills to thrive during and after the pandemic, and then to document every step of the way to share the successes of our interventions locally and nationally.

“We are so incredibly happy to participate in the HOME WORKS! program. It really has been such a great avenue for us to build connections with our families!" - Dr. Sarah Marriott, Superintendent of Schools, Boonville R-1 School District Sophisticated Giving: We accept, welcome, and are grateful for all donations from individuals, family foundations, corporations, and gifts of stock. We have also been awarded Missouri NAP credits. Please contact us for more information. Donations can be made online at teacherhomevisit.org

“The Getting Patrick Henry Connected initiative made virtual learning actually possible. From getting parents to attend orientation, to calling home to ensure kids were set up on the iPad and connected to the internet, real virtual learning would not have been possible without it. Without HOME WORKS! working in the background, all of the additional burdens of virtual learning would have been placed on teachers”. - Dr. Deborah Rogers, Principal, Patrick Henry Downtown Academy

“Donating to HOME WORKS! is the best way I can think of to be impactful immediately in a way that's long lasting and capacity building for the kids and the school. Capacity building and being impactful are my main motivators for giving and "Getting Patrick Henry Connected" is both. It is a focused, effective plan to help under-resourced schools with the challenges of remote learning.

Also the fact that HOME WORKS! has NAP tax credits was a bonus - making my donation even more tax efficient! – Nina, HOME WORKS! donor.

Sophisticated Connections: HOME WORKS! are expert in parent and family engagement. HOME WORKS! teachers have made almost 30,000 home visits in 116 early childhood, elementary, middle, and high schools in urban, suburban, and rural districts in Missouri, including charter schools in St. Louis.

Since the start of the 2020 school year our teachers have made almost 2,000 virtual home visits and trained 150 teachers to make virtual home visits, building trust and relationships with parents. The HOME WORKS! intervention positively impacts students, parents, teachers, classrooms, schools and communities.

HOME WORKS! 225 Linden Avenue Clayton, MO 63105 314.727.2727 Teacherhomevisit.org Facebook: @homeworksvisit Instagram @homeworksvisit LinkedIn: @homeworksvisitstl Twitter @homeworksvisit

“I had a student who was highly distracted with poor attendance.

When I did a virtual home visit, his mom and I talked and we

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HOPE HAPPENS FOR NEUROLOGICAL DISORDERS Sophisticated Details: Hope Happens (formerly ALS Hope - the James Maritz/Chris Hobler Foundation) was established in 2004 by Chris Hobler, who saw his diagnosis of ALS in 2001 as an opportunity to lead the fight against all neurodegenerative disorders. The Hope Center was established in January 2005 as a partnership between Hope Happens and Washington University School of Medicine.

The Center's innovative, team-oriented approach combines core laboratory facilities and collaborative sharing of scientific information, equipment and data. Since 2005, the Center has grown tremendously. More than 800 scientists from 24 different Washington University departments, St. Louis University, and the St. Louis College of Pharmacy are now working collaboratively to translate research into new treatments and cures for neurological disorders.

provide unpaid care for people with neurological disorders.

At the Hope Center, translational, collaborative research leads to swifter results, and fundamental discoveries about one neurological disease lead to treatments and cures in others.

Sophisticated Giving: Hope Happens accepts monetary donations and volunteer services. It was an extraordinary thing to watch our supporters come together in 2020 to help us meet the enormous challenge the pandemic poses to charities, so we would like to use this platform to express our sincerest gratitude!

Health and safety are our highest priorities, and our event schedule for 2021 is still to be determined due to the pandemic. Please check our website, Facebook page, or contact our office at 314.725.3888, or wendy@hopehappens. org for current information.

Sophisticated Connections: We improve the quality of life for individuals with neurological disorders by funding fundamental research to find cures, providing HOPE to everyone afflicted with or connected to a neurological disease.

Hope Center scientists collaboratively seek new treatments and cures for neurodegenerative disorders like ALS, Alzheimer’s disease, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, Huntington’s disease, muscular dystrophy, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, and stroke, plus brain and spinal cord injury, and many others.

No patient should hear, “There is no treatment. There is no cure.” We reject the notion that there is no hope, and choose instead to build a movement that accelerates innovative research and inspires hope.

Our vision is a world in which neurological diseases are treatable or preventable. For example, this year, researchers at the Hope Center for Neurological Disorders, led by Dr. Randell Bateman, developed a blood test for Alzheimer’s Disease, the first one of its kind! The test is highly accurate at detecting Alzheimer’s before symptoms arise. Stories like that are what Hope Happens is all about, investing in hope and progress for those facing neurological disorders.

Hope Happens for Neurological Disorders 200 S. Hanley Road, Ste. 1100 St. Louis, MO 63105 314.725.3888 EIN: 20-2523211 Hopehappens.org info@hopehappens.org Facebook: HopeHappens4ND Twitter: @HopeHappens4ND Instagram: hopehappens1100 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ hope-happens-for-neurological-disorders

Board of Directors 2021 Hannah Sayers, Board President Josh Reinert, Vice-President Christopher Imming, Treasurer Julie Lynch, Communications/ Secretary Jennifer Everly Lincoln Gray Leigh Hobler Gerard T. William Hizar Abigail Miller Hilary Murphy Cary Schneithorst Reed Colby Schmid Glen Stettin, MD

Sophisticated Goals: The need for new treatments and cures for neurodegenerative diseases is tremendous. In recent decades, medical science has produced remarkable advances, and we are able to enjoy longer, healthier lives. But aging is also a challenge, and today, close to six million Americans suffer from Alzheimer’s disease alone. By 2050, this number could rise as high as 18 million. Today, more than 16 million Americans

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Hope Happens Advisory Council Christopher Danforth William C. Finnie Jeff Hercules Toby Martin Cynthia Meiners Marcia Mellitz Clark Thomas Steve Wolff Founders Chris Hobler*, Jean Hobler* *deceased And the Hobler Family

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IT’S YOUR BIRTHDAY INC. Sophisticated Details: It’s Your Birthday Inc. has one wonderful mission: to create a fun and memorable birthday experience for children who reside in homeless and domestic violence shelters. We offer the birthday child and their families five distinct opportunities to celebrate. All of the birthday celebrations include a Happy Birthday Build-a-Bear or a gift card to a retailer or restaurant if the child is older.

• Birthday-in-a-Box: We will provide toys, decorations, and a gift card for a cake, ice cream, and juice when volunteers are unable to host a party at the shelter or if the parent prefers to provide the party for the child.

• Birthday-in-a-Class: We will provide cupcakes for the child to share with his/her classmates on their birthday. The child is told the cupcakes are from their parent. This allows the parent to receive the credit for the great birthday memory.

• Birthday Party: This complete celebration package includes a hosted birthday party at the shelter for one child or all of the children in the shelter that have a birthday in a specific month. It includes the following: cake/cupcakes, ice cream, juice, decorations, treat bags, toys, activities, and entertainment.

• Birthday Surprise: We will offer the shelter or the mom the opportunity to purchase a gift for the child from our Amazon Wish List. The birthday gift will be sent directly from Amazon to the shelter to give to the child from the parent.

• Happy Born Day: We will celebrate a mom that gives birth while living in the shelter. She will have the opportunity to select items from our Amazon Wish List to welcome the newborn into the world.

Sophisticated Goals: Currently, It’s Your Birthday Inc. is providing services for 15 homeless and domestic violence shelters, including school districts. Furthermore, we have collaborated with Maxine Clark, Founder of Build-A-Bear, Nothing Bundt Cakes in Fairview Heights, IL, Sweetology, Sammy J Balloons, Abra-Kid-Abra, and Schnucks Markets, to aid in bringing smiles to children and much needed assistance to families when they are confronted with circumstances beyond or outside of their control. In addition to the parties, we provide parents (mostly single moms or domestic violence victims) in the shelters with personal grooming and wellness supplies that they otherwise could not afford or have access to during their time of crisis. The celebration gives the child and the mom a sense of normalcy during this difficult time.

Sophisticated Giving: You can make a difference. Help us give a child a memorable birthday experience. Volunteer today! Please commit to 2 hours to help us have fun with our children! We require volunteers to arrive 30 minutes before the one-hour party and stay 30 minutes for the post-party cleanup. You can host a party supply drive for the following : monetary donations, give gift cards worth $10 from Target, Walmart, Dollar Tree, Subway, McDonald's, White Castle, Taco Bell, McDonald’s or $25 from Walmart or Target; donate small toys and hygiene items for all kids and moms that attend the party. We are also in need of administrative assistance with fundraising efforts, organizing our social media accounts, and creating our quarterly newsletter; as well as, additional board members. Due to Covid-19 we are not offering a Birthday Party, rather we have increased the number of Birthdayin-a-Box and Birthday Surprise options. It’s Your Birthday, Inc. accepts and is in need of the following donations to help us continue to create birthday memories: monetary donations and small new toys (especially for children under 6). Once we resume parties, we will be in need of clowns, face painters, jugglers, and dancers to entertain the children.

Lastly, you can text “Birthday” to 24365 to donate.

Sophisticated Connections: Most of us grew up having birthday parties with our family and friends. Some of us even regard this time as one of the happiest and most memorable moments in our childhood. Unfortunately, many children that reside in homeless or domestic violence shelters are unable to celebrate their birthday with their family and friends. The shelter or the parent is not able to provide the resources because the child’s special day is not considered a necessity. Since our inception in September 2014, It’s Your Birthday, Inc. has celebrated 1,395 birthdays, creating birthday memories to all children and their families; while also providing birthday fun to an additional 975 children and moms in the shelter (as of March 2021).

It's Your Birthday Inc. 2900 Frank Scott Parkway, #968B, Belleville, IL 62223 (by appointment only) 314.623.8301 Itsyourbirthdayinc.org

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JAZZ ST. LOUIS uncertainties related to the COVID-19 pandemic, Jazz St. Louis is grateful to have the support of the St. Louis Community. We celebrated our 25th Anniversary Season during the shutdown, seeing thousands of old and new friends tune in to our 25th Anniversary Virtual Celebration and our Season of Stream virtual concert series. While we look forward to a new season and the opportunity for audiences to return to our space, we will continue to make content readily accessible through our YouTube and Facebook pages.

Moving into the 2021-2022 season, JSL plans to use its position as a leader in the jazz community to be a hub for collaborations with both local and national partners, creating bold and unique art that draws interest and appreciation for the genre. The pandemic forced JSL to create a new vision that will put the organization in a stronger financial position, improve relationships with local musicians, and celebrate and foster the jazz ecosystem in our community in creative ways.

Sophisticated Details: Jazz St. Louis is a not-for-profit 501(c) (3) organization whose mission is to lead our community in advancing the uniquely American art of jazz through performance, education, and community engagement. JSL uses these three areas to build connections with cultures and people in our community. Each year, JSL presents an 18-show subscription series consisting of five nights of performances by nationally acclaimed artists, including those that bridge genres and bring varying ages and cultural identities to the organization, such as Robert Glasper, The Bad Plus, and Nate Smith. Including the subscription series, special performances, and locally led groups, Jazz St. Louis programs over 170 nights per year. The education team serves toddlers to teenagers through programs involving music motor therapy, music appreciation, and jazz-specific training. In addition to a performance and lecture series and a book club, JSL relies on creative partnerships with other arts organizations to produce cross-genre programming that exposes new audiences to jazz.

Sophisticated Giving: To fulfill its mission, Jazz St. Louis relies on the support of its community through both ticket purchases and donations. As live shows begin again in the fall, pay us a visit for a night on the town in Grand Center with music and drinks. Tickets to our 2021-2022 subscription series will go on sale in the summer. Ticket sales typically make up 40% of JSL’s annual budget.

The remainder of our annual budget is supported by our family of donors, and they play an important role in celebrating, sharing, and teaching the art of jazz in St. Louis. Donors can help by making a gift to JSL with either a mailed check or an online payment. To make an online donation, visit our website at jazzstl. org/donate where you can make either a one-time or monthly contribution. Donations of stock or appreciated securities can also be arranged by contacting our Director of Development at katy@jazzstl.org or 314.881.3085.

Sophisticated Connections: With the performance series as the anchor, and education programs at the heart of the organization, Jazz St. Louis seeks to preserve the past and foster the future of the jazz genre by re-establishing St. Louis as a destination for great jazz. Our purpose is to teach the cultural significance and historical importance of jazz alongside the music itself. Jazz St. Louis is one of very few organizations in the country that presents jazz, educates future audiences, and nurtures budding musicians. During the 2020-2021 season, Jazz St. Louis focused on showcasing St. Louis’ local talent and partnered with local arts organizations to promote artists and provide work to them during a tough economic time in our country.

Additionally, Jazz St. Louis provides youth with transformative musical experiences. Over the last two decades, Jazz St. Louis has worked with approximately 100 area schools to engage more than 175,000 students through a variety of education and outreach programs that expose young people to jazz and provide one-on-one training to student musicians throughout the community. Over the last year, JSL has continued to serve students through virtual instruction covering transcription, composition, solo performance, ensembles, theory, history, recording, beat-making, and instrument-specific masterclasses.

Jazz St. Louis upholds values of service, inclusivity, and diversity. The organization's goal is to provide the community with the world's best in jazz entertainment, increase appreciation and participation for this great American art form, and cultivate the next generation of great musicians and patrons of the arts.

Jazz St. Louis at The Harold & Dorothy Steward Center for Jazz 3536 Washington Ave. St. Louis, MO 63103 314.571.6000 Jazzstl.org Facebook: JazzSTL Instagram: @JazzSTL Twitter: @JazzStLouis President & CEO: Gene Dobbs Bradford, bradford@jazzstl.org Board Members: Adam Berkowitz, Russell Browning, Al Caiazzo, Gerald Early, John Ferring, David Gutmann, William Higley, Cary Hobbs, Russell Jackson, Aaron Jackson , Jeannine Kalkwarf, Robert Kirkland, Nancy Kranzberg, Ruth Lederman, Jim Nowicke, Rita Numerof, Marian Nunn, Claudia Ochoa-Espejo, Glen Schuster, Brian Sprick, Robert Steward, Pam Trapp, John Wallach, Theodore Wheeler, Michael Williams, Richard Winter

Sophisticated Goals: At a time when notable jazz venues across the country are struggling or closing due to the economic

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LYDIA’S HOUSE Sophisticated Giving: Lydia’s House partners with Volunteers to tap into skills, experiences and talents beyond what our excellent professional staff members already bring to our mission. We welcome Volunteers in a variety of roles, including activities that directly support our services for our residents, employees, and leadership positions. For more information, call 314.771.4411 or email Volunteer@ LydiasHouse.org.

Sophisticated Details: Lydia’s House works in faith to end domestic violence by being a place or healing and a voice of hope for abused women and their children. Lydia’s House fulfills this mission by: • Providing safe, affordable transitional housing in a confidential location for a maximum of two years.

• Assisting women and their children to create and implement long term individual life-goal plans which include education, training, employment, and safe housing • Facilitating access to information and referrals to community resources • Creating awareness about domestic violence through a speaker’s bureau and an outreach educational ministry.

Sophisticated Connections: Lydia’s House is the only program in the St. Louis metropolitan area providing confidentially located, long-term, stationary transitional housing specifically for battered women and their children. The over-arching goal of the Lydia’s House transitional housing program is to help battered and abused women gain the skills and resources necessary for obtaining and sustaining permanent housing and for living independently as individuals and/or as parents.

Lydia’s House provides that critically needed additional time (up to 24 months) in confidentially located, fully furnished apartments, thereby creating space at the emergency shelters for more domestic violence victims in immediate danger. Lydia’s House also has two pet friendly apartments. Less than 10% of shelters accept pets. Lydia’s House is part of that 10%.

DONATE: Lydia’s House always accepts Monetary donations. The State of Missouri provides domestic violence tax credits to everyone in Missouri who makes a donation of $100 to Lydia’s House. When you give $100 or more to Lydia's House, you will receive a Missouri tax credit of 50% along with Federal tax savings making that almost 70 % back when you file your taxes for 2021. (Must file taxes in Missouri to receive tax credits.) By giving to Lydia’s House, you have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of women and children escaping domestic violence. You can help make certain that Lydia’s House will remain a vital member of the community, helping to ensure that the women and children who come to us in the wake of abuse will be able to receive the support and resources necessary to rebuild their lives. Through ongoing efforts, we continue to improve our programs to provide the best possible support and resources available. Your support can truly help change lives.

Lydia’s House does not accept used toys, books, clothing or sample-sized items. We are not able to accept furniture at this time, but please continue to check our website as our needs change. We ask that all previously used items be cleaned, operational, and need no repair.

Sophisticated Goals: In 2020 alone, more than 243 million women were affected by domestic violence in the United States. Lydia’s House will continute to provide a place of healing and a voice of hope for abused women and their children. In 2021, Lydia’s House hopes to convert two more apartments into pet-friendly units, with the help of Purina and Rescue Rebuild.

Lydia’s House PO BOX 2722 Saint Louis, MO 63116 Lydiashouse.org Facebook: Lydia’s House – St. Louis Instagram: @lydiashousestl Twitter: @Lydiashouse

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MIGRANT AND IMMIGRANT COMMUNITY ACTION PROJECT (MICA PROJECT) research has found more than 900 immigration policy changes in the last four years, and the wheels of bureaucracy turn slowly. Hundreds of those changes will take months, or even years, to undo.

We need to do so much more than just undo the policies of the past 4 years. We’ll be following the lead of immigrant leaders around the country, among our client community, and within our own office to create a new vision of a safe and welcoming community that recognizes the dignity and worth of all people.

Sophisticated Details: The Migrant and Immigrant Community Action Project (MICA Project) is a community organization committed to working with lowincome immigrants to overcome barriers to justice. The MICA Project utilizes legal services, organizing, advocacy, and education to promote the voice and human dignity of immigrant communities.

The MICA Project is the largest nonprofit in St. Louis that provides representation in immigration matters. A majority of our clients are women and children who are escaping abuse or other persecution. Our Client Support Services Department ensures that all clients receive traumainformed care and access to community resources.

Sophisticated Giving: Consider a donation to the MICA Project. $50 provides an asylum-seeker with a consultation to learn about the court process. $100 secures a therapist for an unaccompanied minor child. $500 supports someone who came to the US as a child to apply for DACA. $5,000 saves the life of a family by covering the annual cost of their legal and social services. Your gift makes a tremendous difference!

Sophisticated Connections: Throughout Covid-19, presidential campaigns, and now a transition to a new presidential administration, our work hasn’t stopped, or even slowed down. Our clients’ cases must still wind through the complicated immigration system. We will be with them every step along the way, working with them to obtain legal status, safety, and family unity.

Migrant and Immigrant Community Action Project 1600 S. Kingshighway Ste. 2N St. Louis, MO. 63110 314.995.6995 Mica-project.org Facebook: mica.project.org Instagram: @themicaproject Twitter: @MICAProjectSTL

Sophisticated Goals: Many people say our immigration system is broken. It is true that the system does not work for immigrants. But the truth is, it never did. Decades of racist policies have created this dysfunctional system; the policies of the last four years just made its shortcomings more obvious.

Change won’t happen overnight. The new administration has promised to take immediate action to begin eliminating some of the harmful policies of the last four years. New

Jessica Mayo, Co-Director, jessicamayo@mica-project.org Nicole Cortés, Co-Director, nicolecortes@mica-project.org

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NATIONAL CANCER ASSISTANCE FOUNDATION’S CHILDREN’S FUND

outreach program which aims to expand our charitable giving by seeking both corporate and individual entities to provide the funding for the charitable giving we provide year-round.

Sophisticated Details: A cancer diagnosis, whether a child or a parent, can be devastating to a child. Our mission is to provide financial aid and reduce stress to children and families suffering from cancer and other life-threatening diseases. When a family has a terminally ill children or parent, the family needs more than medicine. They are often overwhelmed with stress and anxiety.

National Cancer Assistance Foundation’s Children’s Fund (NCAF’s Children’s Fund) is there to relieve the strain that cancer puts on the entire family physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially. Fighting cancer is not fair to a child or their family. That’s why NCAF's Children's Fund is devoted to making the daily lives of these families a little easier.

Sophisticated Goals: 2020 was a challenging year. As Covid-19 impacted families suffering with cancer greatly, we increased our financial support to these families and distributed thousands of masks. In 2021, we hope to be able to provide more funding for more children and families by increasing our social media engagement. We also hope to resume sponsoring 3-day retreats for groups of families that we had to pause due to the pandemic. These retreats provide families dealing with cancer a chance to step away from the daily struggle of dealing with their illness.

Sophisticated Connections: We help these families overcome some of their greatest challenges that can cause even more distress. We work tirelessly to put donations to use in assisting patients and their families in paying for everyday living expenses such as rent, utilities, transportation, groceries, lodging while at treatment, to childcare costs.

Our goal is to help these patients focus less on their overwhelming daily challenges and more on their full recovery. We know that recovery and regaining their lives is the most important thing. NCAF’s Children’s Fund can and will provide these patients and their families a chance to live their lives to the fullest with financial assistance.

Our daily operation entails fulfilling requests from families suffering from cancer. We also have an active

Sophisticated Giving: The staff of local hospitals refer their patients to our organization to apply for financial assistance that they may require. Patients are referred to us from: Saint Louis University Medical Center, Mercy Hospital St. Louis, and Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University in St. Louis. Donors can help us continue to fund this program by making a direct donation on our website at childrenscanceraf.org.

National Cancer Assistance Foundation's Children's Fund 140 Beach Street Suite 310 Daytona Beach, FL 32114

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OPERATION FOOD SEARCH numerous partnerships with other leading organizations, are enabling us to make the most of donor support so that we can continue to heal hunger in the bistate region.

Sophisticated Details: Founded in 1981, Operation Food Search is a hunger relief organization that provides free food, nutrition education and innovative programs proven to reduce food insecurity. With a strategic focus aimed at ending childhood hunger, OFS empowers families and increases access to healthy and affordable food. The agency provides food and services to 200,000 individuals on a monthly basis – one-third of whom are children – through a network of 330 community partners in 27 Missouri and Illinois counties and the city of St. Louis.

Sophisticated Giving: • Give Funds As responsible stewards of your generosity, we make every dollar count! Your donation provides food, nutrition education, training and technical assistance to stem the tide of childhood hunger and family food insecurity.

• Give Food Food donated by individuals, groups and organizations is crucial to our efforts to heal hunger. In the 2020 fiscal year, more than $1 million worth of food was collected from community-driven food and fund drives!

• Volunteer Our generous, dedicated volunteers are the backbone of our organization. The thousands of hours they contribute help us maintain free programs and services for our clients.

• Spread the Word You have the power to help end hunger! Lend your voice in support of our neighbors in need by becoming an OFS advocate.

Sophisticated Connections: In addition to providing free food and services to more than 2.4 million people each year, we take an innovative approach to hunger relief by demonstrating that food is medicine. Our Fresh Rx programs connect families who are experiencing food insecurity with fresh, local food and resources for a healthy household. Better nutrition helps manage chronic health conditions and prevents adverse health outcomes. Our pilot program with expectant mothers has resulted in a preterm birth rate (born before 37 weeks) of about half the rate of women on Medicaid in St. Louis.

Sophisticated Goals: The COVID-19 crisis has forced us to break out of our standard problem-solving approaches.

Supply-chain disruptions required us to identify new sources of food. We found new ways to connect with the families we served to prevent gaps in crucial resources. And we expanded our reach to include those who found themselves facing food insecurity for the very first time. These adaptations have resulted in millions of additional meals for children and families. In 2021, we’re celebrating our 40th anniversary with more determination than ever to address the steep rise in hunger. We expect the need to continue, as 9.5 million fewer jobs remain significant threats to food security. Fortunately, the systems we’ve put in place during the pandemic, including

Operation Food Search 1644 Lotsie Blvd.

St. Louis, MO 63144 314.726.5355 Operationfoodsearch.org @opfoodsearch for Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube Board of Directors Officers: Alan Schultz, Chair, Bayer; Erin Brooks, Vice Chair, Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner; Amy Altholz, Treasurer, RubinBrown; Julie Hoff, Secretary, Core & Main Members; Dr. Kelvin Adams, St. Louis Public Schools; Laura Bryant, Formerly Enterprise Holdings; Nik Brym, GardaWorld; Ryan Cuba, Schnuck Markets, Inc.; Lisa Pelikan, Edward Jones; Skip Spielberg, Bueno of California, Retired; Steve Spratt, Ascension; Jessica Stephan, Bunge; Rick Stevens, Christian Hospital

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PEDAL THE CAUSE Center, St. Louis Children’s Hospital and the Washington University School of Medicine as they seek to recruit and retain the brightest minds in the scientific world.

Sophisticated Details: Pedal the Cause is St. Louis' premier cycling event, where 100% of participant-raised donations fund groundbreaking cancer research at Siteman Cancer Center and Siteman Kids at St. Louis Children's Hospital.

Since 2010, Pedal the Cause has donated more than $32 million, funding 164 cancer research projects. With the bold model of 100% of participant-raised donations going to world-class cancer research here in St. Louis, Pedal the Cause has quickly become the gateway to curing cancer – all cancers, for everyone.

Sophisticated Giving: There are a variety of ways to participate and support Pedal the Cause. Whether participating as a rider and peer-to-peer fundraiser in our annual cycling challenge or donating to a team’s fundraiser, 100% of the funds raised go to cancer research. Our incentive rider program starts at Yellow Jersey with a $2,500 fundraising commitment and culminates on our Podium for those raising $25,000 or more.

Corporate sponsorships supporting Pedal the Cause so that our 100% model of participant-raised donations can go to cancer research start at $5,000. Individuals and corporations and private foundations can support through matching gifts towards rider fundraising, event sponsorship, gifts of stocks and contributions from donor advised funds, as well as planned giving.

Pedal the Cause Presented by Edward Jones will take place on September 25 & 26, 2021 in Chesterfield.

Sophisticated Connections: Pedal the Cause has engaged the St. Louis community and created lasting economic impact, while helping recruit and retain the brightest scientific minds to the region. Additionally, patients are being provided new therapies, clinical trials, cures, preventions and diagnostics as a result of Pedal-funded research. Pedal the Cause is much more than just a first-class event and bike ride, it has become a community celebration. The event has become a meaningful way for those who are fighting cancer and those who have lost loved ones to this disease to come together to support, revere, remember and celebrate as one.

Pedal the Cause 9288 Dielman Industrial Dr. St. Louis, MO v63132 314.787.1990 Pedalthecause.org Facebook: @pedalthecause Instagram: @pedalthecause LinkedIn: pedalthecause Twitter: @pedalthecause

Sophisticated Goals: Cancer continues to have a significant impact on our community. In 2021, it’s more important than ever to support our community through this critical research. In this period of diminished federal funding where support typically gets funneled to already proven concepts, many potentially new ideas are not deemed eligible. Pedal the Cause funding follows the “venture capital” model, seeding best-in-breed ideas at our beneficiaries which allows for proof of concept and cultivation of critical data. These nascent projects often lead to incremental successes that produce groundbreaking treatments, clinical trials, preventions and early detection diagnostics.

For every $1 donated to Pedal the Cause, researchers have been able to leverage those funds to obtain an additional $7 in federal funding to advance their cancer research projects. Not only has this led to accelerated developments in cancer treatments, but it is a robust tool for Siteman Cancer

Board Members: Brice Adamson, Enterprise Rent-A-Car; Ed Ailzadeh, Geotechnology; Brian Ashworth, Edward Jones; Joe Berger, World Wide Technolog y; Keith Bernier, Centene Corporation; Steve Callahan, HR Consultant; Michael Christian, ADB Companies; Ryan Fields, MD, Washington University School of Medicine; Judy Glik, Arcturis; George Godat, Spire Energy; Teri Greige, Powered by Hope; Bill Greubel, Guarantee Electrical; Chip Lerwick, Aon; Mark Manning, Fifth Third Bank; Lynda McClure, Fishawack Health; Peter Mitchell, Retired; Rick Moeckel, Clayco; David Moons, Anji Mountain; David Peckinpaugh, Maritz Global Events; Michael Schwartz, Bryan Cave; Kristie Skor, Hawthorne Leadership School; Jim Starr, Pieriandx; Nicole Stubblefield, Community Volunteer; William Timmons, Bank of America; Renee Van Horn, Community Volunteer; Ted Wheeler, American Family Insurance; Bill Koman (Founder) The Koman Group

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RANKEN JORDAN PEDIATRIC BRIDGE HOSPITAL mission in any way, please do; even the smallest gifts can make a real positive impact. We’re asking the community to give The MRJ Way and reach a fundraising goal of $800,000 by April 9, 2022, the conclusion of our 80th anniversary year. Our kids have exceptional circumstances and require equally exceptional care. Ranken Jordan gives children the opportunity to leave the acute care hospital and transition to their journey home, giving the child and the entire family time and resources to learn how to navigate their new reality. We help families navigate through financial, medical, and personal issues that may arise during what is often the most challenging time in their lives. Without Ranken Jordan, many of these children would have no alternative but to transfer from acute care hospitals to adult nursing homes, which do not provide the kind of rehabilitative therapies and life enhancing, child-friendly services provided by Ranken Jordan.

Sophisticated Details: As the first pediatric bridge hospital in the nation, Ranken Jordan bridges the gap between the acute care hospital and home for kids with the most complex conditions, illnesses and injuries. Founded in 1941 by Mary Ranken Jordan, she and a small team of medical providers cared for the area children living with polio, osteomyelitis and tuberculosis. Mary and her team were strong believers in giving hospitalized kids the chance to play and to be a kid. They created the Care Beyond the Bedside model that remains the most integral part of the continuum of care provided by Ranken Jordan. Today, 80 years later, our 60-bed facility provides a unique array of services that allows children to heal through play.

Sophisticated Connections: Because modern medicine and technology save more traumatically and chronically ill children today than ever before, there is a growing need for the specialized care that Ranken Jordan offers. In Missouri alone, there has been a 38% increase in children with medically complex conditions.

Here, kids can be kids, despite the challenges they face as the most ill of all patients in pediatric medicine.

Ranken Jordan Pediatric Bridge Hospital 11365 Dorsett Rd. Maryland Heights MO 63043 314.872.6400 Rankenjordan.org Facebook: Ranken Jordan Instagram: @RankenJordan Twitter: @RankenJordan

Sophisticated Goals: To celebrate the unflagging commitment of the entire Ranken Jordan Pediatric Bridge Hospital community and to recognize the unrivaled spirit that started it all, the hospital will celebrate its 80th anniversary and honor its philanthropic founder, Mary Ranken Jordan (MRJ). The hospital will follow The MRJ Way. Mary was known to say: “Consider the children first in all that you do.” Her mission was a simple one, and we strive each day to live out her words. With The MRJ Way, we’re reconnecting with the passions and purpose of our philanthropic founder.

Starting today, and throughout our entire anniversary year, the hospital will celebrate the kids and families whom you have helped to get home by rededicating ourselves to MRJ’s vision.

The fact is, Ranken Jordan patients and families face more adversity on a normal day than most of us do on our worst ones.

They need your help. MRJ’s mission is far from complete, and it’ll take all of us to continue serving kids in need. We hope you will join us on living the MRJ Way.

Board of Directors: Chair: Walter Bazan, Jr. – Bazan Painting Co. Vice Chair: Betsy Prosperi – Community Volunteer Secretary: Thomas J. Minogue – Thompson Coburn, LLP Treasurer: Sondra M. Denk – Bank of America Merrill Lynch President and CEO: Brett Moorehouse, MHA FACHE Chief Medical Officer: Nicholas A. Holekamp, MD Board Members Emeritus: Joseph P. Logan, Clarice D. Lewis-Patterson, Steven Harpole Members-at-Large: Dawn Andrew, MD – Community Volunteer; Roma Bordewick – BJC Healthcare; Chris Cioffi – Centene Corporation; Steve Cortopassi – Overland Metals, LLC; Mike Detwiler – Dave Sinclair Auto; Pam Duffy – Rhodey Construction, Inc.; Derek Glanvill - Sean Glanvill Traumatic Brain Injury Research Fund ; Kristen Hogan – Community Volunteer; Noreen Laffey – Celebrity Endorsement Network; Ken Marx – Delmar Gardens; Mike Matheny – Community Volunteer; Dr. Teri Murray – St. Louis University ; John Prosperi – AllianceBernstein Investment Management; John Rahal – Edward Jones; Jacob Risk – Lutheran Senior Services Living; Michael Scully – PNC Bank; Rabbi Mark L. Shook – Rabbi Emeritus of Temple Israel; Thad Simons – The Yield Lab; Kurt Sobush, MD – SSM Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital; Richard A. Vandegrift – retired McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; Bill Willhite – WILsquare Capital LLC; Nick Williamson – Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner, LLP

Sophisticated Giving: From 1941 to this day, Ranken Jordan depends on contributions to give kids and families the best chance at recovery. If you have the means to help support our

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SAINT LOUIS BALLET COMPANY Sophisticated Goals: Like all performing arts companies, Saint Louis Ballet has been profoundly affected by the pandemic. Retaining our work force and continuing our programming have been important goals, and with help from generous supporters throughout the region we have succeeded in doing so. In 2020-21, we presented a virtual season of performances featuring new content and traditional favorites.

In coming months, we will be planning our safe re-entry to the theatre and the schools, with an appreciation for our audience and a renewed commitment to the community.

Sophisticated Details: Saint Louis Ballet (SLB) is a resident professional performing company under the direction of former New York City Ballet principal dancer Gen Horiuchi.

Founded on the belief that world-class arts and cultural organizations are the heart and soul of great communities, SLB has continued to grow and strive for excellence since its inception in 1975. The company’s 19 classically trained dancers are selected in competitive auditions and hail from training programs throughout the world. Complementing the professional company is a cohort of trainees, who receive pre-professional training and performance opportunities each season.

Saint Louis Ballet produces classical and contemporary ballets of the highest quality in a season consisting of five productions (25-30 performances) annually. The company also tours to midwestern colleges and universities. Our repertoire includes grand productions of historic ballets such as Romeo and Juliet, Swan Lake, Don Quixote, and Giselle. In addition to the classics, SLB is committed to showcasing iconic works by modern masters. And with a firm commitment to ballet’s future, the company commissions new works by emerging and nationally-renowned choreographers each year.

Sophisticated Giving: There are many opportunities to support Saint Louis Ballet. Individuals and corporations are invited to participate as season, performance or education program sponsors. Contributions may be designated to support specific funds and sponsorship provides tremendous visibility for civic-minded businesses and individuals. Another way to support Saint Louis Ballet is by participating in our Spring Gala, which will be held virtually on May 22, 2021 at 6:30pm.

For more information, visit stlouisballet.org/springgala.

Saint Louis Ballet Company Offices and Rehearsal Studios 218 THF Blvd.

Chesterfield, MO 63005 636.537.1998 Stlouisballet.org Facebook: stlouisballet Instagram: @stlouisballet Twitter: @stlouisballet

Sophisticated Connections: Ballet is an art form that belongs in ever y community, not only because of its important place in the lexicon of classical art forms, but also because it provides a positive outlet for human creative expression. The discipline, joy and self-reflective qualities of dance offer an antidote to our media-saturated culture; at its best, ballet connects us to each other through stories featuring universal themes of love, loss, courage and goodness. With the core belief that ballet training and productions should be inclusive and accessible, SLB offers a number of initiatives that encourage community involvement, cultivate diversity in ballet and remove barriers to participation. Tickets for Teachers, School-Day Performances, our Hospital Visit Program and Pointe to Succeed provide entry points for community members who may otherwise not have access to high-level ballet training and professional productions. Additional education programs include master classes and pre-concert discussions.

Gen Horiuchi Executive and Artistic Director Gen.horiuchi@stlouisballet.org Board of Directors: Thomas R. Voss, President Patricia Whiteside, Vice President Christina Altholz, Treasurer Sharon Leve, Secretary Gen Horiuchi, Executive and Artistic Director Cathie Hernandez, Immediate Past President Directors: Bhavani Amirthalingam; Allison Benney; Susan Bindler; Jennifer Cunnane; Marco Custodio; Mark Eggert; Catherine Ellwood; Sarah Glasser; Laurie Lock; Lawrence Miller; Jeff Oberman; Amy Schwetz; Carol Voss

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SAINT LOUIS CHESS CLUB program and have dedicated over 550 hours of chess play with students in the classroom.

Sophisticated Details: The mission of the Saint Louis Chess Club (STLCC), an educational organization, is to maintain a formal program of instruction to teach the game of chess and to promote and support its educational program through community outreach and local and national partnerships to increase the awareness of the educational value of chess.

Sophisticated Goals: Making sure students have access to chess is important. Research conducted by the STLCC in conjunction with the University of Missouri-Columbia has shown that: • 71% of students say they look forward to school more on days when they have chess during the day • 76% of students report that chess has taught them they can complete difficult tasks if they work hard • 74% of students report that chess has made them more confident that they can learn difficult material • 73% of students report that their experience in chess makes them want to challenge themselves more in the future

Sophisticated Connections: The STLCC brings the game of chess to students throughout the Saint Louis region and beyond. We view chess as a valuable educational tool teaching students important developmental skills like planning, goal setting, spatial awareness, sportsmanship, critical thinking and more, all delivered through a fun and engaging game! But these skills go beyond just the classroom.

Through chess, students learn to become better decisionmakers. Our goal is to build champions in the classroom, and the community.

The STLCC attracts top talent to the city, as it is a premier destination for both top chess players and beginners looking to learn the game’s basics. Contributing to Saint Louis’ reputation as the Chess Capital of the United States, the STLCC hosts many prestigious tournaments and currently provides numerous weekly classes and lectures for free online through our YouTube and Twitch.tv channels.

Launched in 2020 as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic, our Digital Classroom offers chess instruction for grades K-12 in an exciting and fun virtual learning space! Providing students, teachers, parents, and school administrators with the resources they need to develop or improve their scholastic chess endeavors online.

Thanks to Emerson, a pilot program provided 20 tablets to the Jennings School District for scholastic chess instruction for 10 weeks. Due to this support, we can connect with students who likely would not have had access to scholastic chess programming.

The Scouts BSA Chess Merit badge has been one of the most popular badges since its inception with over 250,000 scouts having earned their chess merit badge! In 2020, we transitioned from quarterly in-person workshops to monthly online workshops that are free and open to scouts ages 11-17.

C.H.E.S.S. Cops or “Chess Helping Enhance Student Skills” program pairs Saint Louis city and county police officers with inner-city students to teach them the game of chess. To date, over 65 officers have become involved in the

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic many of our in-person programs transitioned to online offerings for students of all ages to learn the game of chess. Last year, over 250 students received a Chess Camp in a box set that included all the items needed to learn and play chess. Through our digital classrooms, 873 of students and 28 schools were able to continue their scholastic chess training virtually for the 2020 - 2021 school year.

Sophisticated Giving: • Contact the Development Department at 314.795.8829 or development@saintlouischessclub.org to discuss contributing or consider using your Donor Advised Fund to support the Saint Louis Chess Club and our mission.

• Chess instructor opportunities: Interested in teaching the game of chess in schools throughout Saint Louis? Contact info@saintlouischessclub.org.

Saint Louis Chess Club 4657 Maryland Avenue Saint Louis, MO 63108 314.604.7998 development@saintlouischessclub.org Saintlouischessclub.org @STLChessClub (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Flickr, YouTube) Board Members: Rex Sinquefield, President & Chairman of the Board; Jim Voelker, Treasurer; Mike Lueken, Secretary; Ed Baur, Board of Directors; Doug Eckert, Board of Directors; Mike Podgursky, Board of Directors; Jean Hoffman, Board of Directors

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Saving Babies’ Lives for 35 Years We know parenting is hard. Our proven formula for preventing child abuse and neglect is to reduce overwhelming stress, keep kids safe while adults deal with adult problems, and strengthen our families’ foundations. The Crisis Nursery is here to support families when they have nowhere else to turn.

Since 1986, the Saint Louis Crisis Nursery has helped thousands of children and families: • 125,000 children kept safe • 4.84 million hours of emergency care for children • 63,000 families served The Saint Louis Crisis Nursery: Saving Babies’ Lives, Keeping Kids Safe, and Building Strong Families—for over 35 Years.

SAINT LOUIS CRISIS NURSERY We are responding to unprecedented needs, so we are launching an unprecedented effort to marshal the full strength of the St. Louis community, harnessing the philanthropic spirit of the region to protect even more children and help even more families. We hope you will join the Crisis Nursery Family during our 35th Anniversary year as we keep fighting the root causes of generational poverty.

Sophisticated Details: Celebrating our 35th Birthday in 2021, the Saint Louis Crisis Nursery has been a national leader in child abuse and neglect prevention, dedicated to Saving Babies’ Lives, Keeping Kids Safe, and Building Strong Families.

Since 1986, we have provided a safe-haven for over 125,000 local children at high risk for child abuse and neglect.

Our team works tirelessly, 365 days a year, 24 hours a day, to advocate, care for, and address the needs of our community’s highest-risk children—preventing abuse before it occurs.

Parents bring children to one of five Nursery sites for a short-term stay free of charge and on a voluntary basis. While there, children receive a medical exam, nutritious meals, trauma-informed care, Art and Play Therapy, and take-home necessities. Parents are provided crisis counseling, in-home visits, and parent education groups at one of ten Outreach Centers. The Crisis Nursery provides care every single day of the year, serving families throughout Greater St. Louis, St. Charles, Southern Illinois, and surrounding regions. The Crisis Nursery is an independent, not-for-profit agency.

Sophisticated Giving: Every penny donated to the Saint Louis Crisis Nursery stays right here in the St. Louis region.

Here is how many of our donors choose to make the greatest impact possible: 1. Make a tax-deductible monetary gift—$25 provides diapers and wipes for infants and babies, $100 helps keep a family from homelessness, and $1000 equips our staff with the tools they need for Art & Play Therapy; you can also designate a donor-advised fund contribution or make an in-kind donation.

2. Join the Crisis Nursery Giving Circle—An elite group of our most dedicated supporters who help ensure that Crisis Nursery children have a safe haven to turn to in times of crisis. Contact us to learn more.

3. Be a Lifeline: Leave a Legacy for Protecting Children— Help us reach 35 Legacy Partners in 35 years by including the Saint Louis Crisis Nursery in your will or your estate planning.

4. Sponsor/Participate in one of our Events, see our website for more details.

Sophisticated Connections: In 35 years, the Crisis Nursery has become an essential resource in the St. Louis region, earning our reputation through decades of hard work, dedication, and investment on the ground in the community. People know that they can trust us. Spanning across our 35 years of continuous, nonstop operation and grassroots outreach is a commitment to the fundamental mission to prevent child abuse and neglect through evidence-based techniques.

Saint Louis Crisis Nursery 11710 Administration Dr. Ste. 18 St. Louis, Mo 63146 314.292.5770 CrisisNurseryKids.org Facebook: @SaintLouisCrisisNursery Instagram: @stlcrisisnursery Twitter: @STLCrisisKids

Sophisticated Goals: The Saint Louis Crisis Nursery is marking its 35th Anniversary by setting some ambitious goals for 2021. The parents and children we serve have been hit hard

by COVID-19 and the economic fallout. Our top priority in 2021 is to help our communities heal from the pandemic by addressing some invisible wounds: the lingering and pernicious effects of trauma and grief. Especially for children that have endured so much already, the Crisis Nursery plans to rebuild the resilience and strength that we see in all of our kids. Our team also plans to elevate our response to the surging levels of gun violence in many communities and will continue to be a safe haven for children who experience gun violence-related trauma.

Board of Directors: Pam Duffy, President; Bryan M. Kaemmerer, Past-President; Don Fitzgerald, Treasurer; Linda Markus, Secretary; Janet Langley, Development Chair; Michael Scheiner, Investment Chair; Jim Wagner, Strategic Planning Chair; Karen Evans, Program Chair; William Siedhoff, Advisory Board Chair; Ciara Samana, Young Professionals Board Chair

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“We won the midget division Super Bowl for the second year in a row. Two time undefeated Super Bowl championships and I couldn’t have done it without this chair! I had no way to get to and from my truck at the rec park to coach so I was not going to be able to coach until y’all made it happen for me, and I just wanted to let you know I won a championship with that chair and it wouldn’t have been possible without God sending your help...this championship is my son’s last year and he went out a champ... It means a lot that I had an impact on their lives for the positive.” - Army Specialist Lance Gieselmann and his son, Luke, 13, Hartford, Alabama

SEGS4VETS replacement, warranty services, use and access counseling and advocacy services, and ongoing device assessment to more than 2,000 military families. Our need to invest for the long-term service and maintenance of Segways and ALLY chairs that are currently in circulation with our recipients is a direct result of the heavy use that our devices are receiving, and the average age of our recipients. Most of our disabled veterans are in their late twenties and early thirties now, and were injured in their early twenties. We are committed to ensuring that our veterans will have the leading-edge mobility devices they need to lead fulfilling and purposeful lives.

The impact of Segs4Vets extends far beyond our recipients—drastically improving the quality of lives of the loved ones who care for them—spouses, children, parents, caregivers, and friends. And the benefits of ALLY Chairs and Segways are not just physical: our unique tools inspire hope and empower veterans with disabilities to regain their independence and once again become active participants in their own lives.

Sophisticated Details: Segs4Vets is an award-winning nonprofit organization that serves disabled veterans and first responders. Founded in 2005, we provide universally designed mobility devices and workforce development support to restore dignity and independence to those who have been disabled in service to our country.

Our mission is to improve the quality of life for permanently disabled veterans and first responders through the application of new technologies. We focus on the successful reintegration of veterans and first responders into their families and communities by creating customized mobility devices and technolog y-based workforce development solutions that create a sense of purpose and independence for our nation’s heroes.

Sophisticated Connections: • Mobility Devices: We provide Segways and ALLY Chairs—seated devices specially designed for those who cannot operate the traditional Segway—to help disabled veterans and first responders rebuild a foundation of independence. We also provide ongoing support— including battery replacement, device repair and support for recipients.

• Workforce Development: Segs4Vets recently launched a game-changing partnership with Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) to develop technology that allows disabled veterans and first responders to operate heavy machinery remotely.

This revolutionary program will provide a sustainable employment pathway for disabled veterans and first responders with permanent physical disabilities.

Sophisticated Giving: 90% of our staff are made up of volunteers, and we rely on donations to provide support for our life-changing design and mobility solutions. To make a gift or learn more about volunteer opportunities with the Segs4Vets Family of Volunteers, please visit our website: segs4vets.ngo/donations.

Segs4Vets 500 Fox Ridge Road St. Louis, MO 63131 800.401.7940 Mr. Jerry Kerr, President Segs4vets.ngo Facebook:@Segs4Vets Twitter:@Segs4Vets YouTube: youtube.com/segs4vets

Sophisticated Goals: Disabled veterans and first responders face unique physical and psychological challenges as they transition to their new lives. The ALLY Chair—only available through the Segs4Vets program—has become an irreplaceable support device for former military personnel, facilitating performance of daily activities that would not be accessible other wise. Since 2005, the Segs4Vets program has been providing ongoing support services to recipients, including battery replacement, key fob programming and

Board Members: Jerry Kerr, President and Co-Founder, St. Louis, MO; General Hal Hornburg, USAF (Ret), Vice-President, Boerne, TX; Lt. Colonel Al Kisler, USA (Ret), Vice-President, New Smyrna Beach, FL Alan Maccini, VicePresident, Jacksonville, FL; Jeré Fabick, Member, Milwaukee, WI; Kelley Gaines, Member, St. Louis, MO

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ST. LOUIS AREA FOODBANK Markets program, and continuing to organize drive-through food distributions in communities across the area.

Sophisticated Details: Founded in 1975, the St. Louis Area Foodbank is the region’s largest provider of food and household, and personal care items to those without access.

As the only local food bank with United Way of Greater St. Louis and Feeding America memberships, we uphold the highest level of fiscal accountability--97 percent of our resources go toward food distribution efforts.

The Foodbank’s mission is to build stronger communities by empowering people with food and hope. We feed hundreds of thousands of people annually through a robust network of more than 600 community-based hunger relief agencies and programs. In 2020 our organization provided access to 44 million meals in 26 counties throughout eastern Missouri and southwestern Illinois.

Sophisticated Giving: Volunteers help us fight hunger year-round. Our on-site Volunteer Center is available for people of all ages and abilities to help sort and pack food for distribution. We can engage thousands of people each year by offering experiences inside our Center, offsite in the community, and by having flexible opportunities, including evenings and weekends.

Monetary donations are also a great help. Secure online donations can be made on our website while tax-deductible gifts may be made by cash or check. Other ways to contribute include monthly giving, federated campaigns, and corporate/ foundation gifts. You can leave a legacy of feeding people by designating the Foodbank as a beneficiary in bequests, charitable remainder trusts, annuities, and life insurance. For more information on how you can help fight hunger locally, please click on “Get Involved” at STLFoodbank.org.

Sophisticated Connections: We know that people who do not receive the proper nutrition can have diet-related health concerns. As a result, the Foodbank works hard to ensure that at least 70 percent of everything going out of our doors is a “Food to Encourage,” which align with USDA MyPlate guidelines. We operate USDA programs that benefit seniors and school-age children. The Foodbank also guides families through the process of applying for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, (SNAP) that provides benefits previously known as food stamps. These benefits provide a crucial resource to low-income individuals struggling with food insecurity.

St. Louis Area Foodbank 70 Corporate Woods Drive Bridgeton, MO 63044 314.292.6262 STLFoodbank.org Facebook: STLFoodbank Twitter: @STLFoodbank Instagram: @STLFoodbank

Sophisticated Goals: An estimated 500,000 people faced food insecurity in 2020, many for the first time. With support from the community in 2021, we are working to keep up with the rising need for food assistance in the bi-state region. No one can say with certainty how long it will take to get the virus under control, but the recovery will likely take years rather than months. However long it takes, the Foodbank’s team is committed to providing food and resources to as many people as possible, in a safe and efficient manner. To meet people where they are, we are launching our Food on the Move initiative, expanding our School Food

Officers: Mike Pugh, Board Chair - Enterprise Holdings, Inc.; Andy Bartek, Vice Chair - Edward Jones; Maureen Bryan, Vice Chair - Armstrong Teasdale; Eric Ralph, Treasurer - Highland Associates; Amanda Gioia, Secretary Mastercard Directors: Nora Black, Lanter Delivery Systems; Cory Bricker, Cass Information Systems, Inc.; Julie Burns, Pritikin; Anthony Clarkson, Commerce Bank; Theresa Eckman, Community Volunteer; Mark Grieman, ROI Search Partners; Brian Gross, City Academy; Rich Holland, Vijon; Steve McFadden, Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits; Jim Moore, Spire; Juan Morales, UPS; Brendan O’Toole, Emerson; Derrick Richardson, Community Volunteer; Amy Rodrigues, Boeing; Luciano Salvatierra, Bunge North America; Sandhya Vollala, Slalom; Darren Wallis, Bayer

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ST. PATRICK CENTER surrounding homelessness; and where your investment is maximized by our effective, efficient use of all resources.

Without St. Patrick Center, homelessness would grow and know no geographic borders. All neighborhoods would be affected and everyone would know someone experiencing homelessness. In a pandemic, the chances of these events happening increase greatly.

Sophisticated Details: St. Patrick Center transforms lives through sustainable housing , employment and healthcare, following the compassion of Jesus. We envision a community without homelessness—a place where everyone has safe, affordable housing.

There are three primary ways that we help people transform their lives: • Immediate Support: It costs an average $735 to prevent homelessness for an individual or family (with minimal needs). This could include housing deposit, rental assistance, utility assistance, short-term hotel stay or bus ticket home.

• Short-term Transition: It costs an average $5,800 to rapidly transition an individual or family (with medium needs) from homelessness to housing. This includes case management, behavioral health services, housing identification, rent and move-in assistance.

• Long-term Transformation: It costs an average $10,000 to stabilize an individual or family (with high needs) in housing. This includes case management, permanent housing and support services.

Sophisticated Giving: When you invest people and opportunity through St. Patrick Center, you build a better place to live and work. When you help people transform their lives, you improve neighborhoods. Together, we experience more people in housing, more people working and people who are healthier both physically and mentally.

• Donate money. St. Patrick Center solves homelessness one client, one family at a time. Everyone is important, each donor is valued and each dollar is vital to our ability to help people.

• Donate items. Your donated items, such as food and clothing, help our clients meet their basic needs and focus on transforming their lives.

• Help raise money. Host your own fundraiser to support people experiencing homelessness.

Sophisticated Connections: In multiple locations, we operate 30+ innovative programs that adapt to our clients’ changing needs: housing, employment and behavioral health services, plus food, clothing and other emergency needs. We served 3,700 clients and their families last year.

As one of the region’s largest provider of homeless services, St. Patrick Center believes in maximum community impact. Together with your support, we make St. Louis better for all. We bring attention to the dignity of individuals, families and veterans who are most vulnerable; provide essential housing, employment and health services needed to transform lives; and administer thousands of direct services that lead to a better economy and safer communities.

To donate, visit stpatrickcenter.org or call 314.802.0700.

St. Patrick Center 800 N. Tucker Blvd.

St. Louis, MO 63101 314.802.0700 Stpatrickcenter.org Facebook: @StPatrickCenter Instagram: @stpatrickcenter Linkedin: St. Patrick Center Twitter: @stpatrickcenter Youtube: stpatrickcenter1 Officers: Bob Olwig, President; Sylvia Scheuler, Vice President; Joe Robinson, Secretary; Timothy O’Shaughnessy, Treasurer; Chief Executive Officer: Anthony D’Agostino Members: Carol Beckel, Wilma Calvert, Mike Doyle, Mark Fronmuller, Tim Hasara, Tim Huffman, Toni Jordan, Rusty Keeley, John McNearney, Joe Mooney, Mike Picker, Deborah Quinn, Michael Ransom, Michelle Roosa, Theresa Ruzicka, James Smylie III, Cori Cunnane Stebelman, Chris Stephen, John ( JT) Timmerman, James Williams, Jr., Justin Woodard

Sophisticated Goals: St. Patrick Center is working to create a St. Louis region where every community member is committed to our mission and understands the issues

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SUNNYHILL, INC. behavioral assessment, development of behavior support plans, and skill acquisition programs based on the needs of each individual.

• Sunnyhill Adventure Camp: Provides quality camp experiences and high adventure activities to children and adults with developmental disabilities. Located on 65-acres in Dittmer, the property features an Alpine Tower, climbing wall, zipline, 2-acre lake, and more.

Sophisticated Details: Sunnyhill, Inc. began as the dream of 18 families whose children had been diagnosed with a developmental disability, who longed for a place where their adult children could live, work and have productive lives. For over 40 years now, Sunnyhill has provided opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities. Through residential, recreational and educational programs, Sunnyhill empowers individuals to become more productive citizens and live the life they were meant to live.

Sunnyhill, Inc. provides tailored residential, recreational and educational opportunities for children and adults with developmental disabilities. In partnership with community and natural supports, Sunnyhill empowers people to become productive citizens and achieve their own dreams.

Sophisticated Goals: In 2021, along with continuing to keep the people we support healthy and safe, we hope to bring a sense of normalcy back to their everyday lives.

Last year, with in-person events being cancelled, we had to evolve in our approach of keeping our people active and involved in their communities. This pivot, required a lot of support from charitable donors to be successful. This year, we hope for continued financial support to not only keep those programs running, but also to start to fully engage our people back into the community at whatever capacity that might be.

Sophisticated Connections: Sunnyhill, Inc. is an organization that provides ser vices, programs, and opportunities for children and adults with developmental disabilities. Sunnyhill serves over 1,000 children and adults, ages 4-85, annually in six St. Louis metropolitan counties.

In partnership with the community and natural supports, Sunnyhill empowers people to become productive citizens and achieve their dreams. At Sunnyhill, we believe that no challenge is too difficult, and all dreams are within reach.

• Independent Supported Living : 24-hour care in a community home with one or two housemates. Each individual has their own support team that works in partnership with family, medical supports, employment, day programs, community resources, case managers and other natural supports.

• Independent Supported Living Assistance: One-on-One service focusing on the maintenance of a person in his or her own residence. Service is available up to forty hours a month.

• Residential Care and Assisted Living Facilities: Group homes located in Festus and Desoto with support staff available 24-hours a day to assist with medication administration and personal care assistance. These facilities assist with promoting independence and community integration.

• Behavioral Analysis Services: Available for children and adults and can include completion of a functional

Sophisticated Giving: • Make a personal or corporate donation through our website, sunnyhillinc.org • Community partnerships • Volunteering Opportunities • Event Sponsorships • Attending Sunnyhill Fundraising Events Sunnyhill Incorporated 14 Soccer Park Road Fenton, MO 63026 314.845.3900 Sunnyhillinc.org Facebook: SunnyhillInc / Instagram: @sunnyhillinc Twitter: @Sunnyhill_Inc Board Members: Jill Kesler, Madam Chairman; Jennifer Seiler, Vice Chairman-Client Services; Lindsey Rodriquez, Vice Chairman-Development; Brian Glarner, Treasurer-Chairman Finance; Mary Ann Rodenberg, Secretary/Parent Rep.; Derrick Good, Chairman Emeritus; Sean King, Chairman Emeritus Charity Listing Sponsored By Mainline Group Architecture, Inc. 67

THE FIT AND FOOD CONNECTION (FIT AND FOOD) problems related to lack of exercise—thus, reducing the strain on health care resources available to low‐income individuals.

In learning the importance of urban gardening and food development to serve as a community food resource, hunger is reduced in their community. Living healthier, happier lives gives families the positive mentality to help improve the lives of others within their community—thus, improving public health overall in St. Louis.

Sophisticated Details: The Fit and Food Connection (Fit and Food), a nonprofit organization in St. Louis founded in 2015, works to empower individuals in need to live healthier lives by providing free access to healthy food, holistic group wellness education, and one-on-one coaching.

Sophisticated Connections: Our staff, interns, and over 100 volunteers from all across the United States work tirelessly to fight hunger and provide free, quality, holistic wellness education to low-income communities throughout St. Louis. We strive to improve the well-being of our families—educating on how to eat better, exercise properly, think more positively, sleep better, and reduce stress. This happens primarily through our Food Access Program which consists of Food Assistance and Delivery as well as our Organic Garden; and our Wellness Program offering Group Fitness classes, Group Nutrition classes, and a Oneon-One program where families work alongside wellness professionals to reach their customized health goals.

Sophisticated Giving: As a mostly volunteer-based nonprofit offering all of our programs and services at no cost to participants, every dollar makes a huge impact.

Along with the goal of getting every family off of our waiting list and onto their health journey, we would also like to have our own space and additional staff support to manage our continued growth. High level volunteers, corporate partners, and in-kind donations of healthy food for our pantry are always needed. Our biggest need is monetary donations which can be made on our website, fitandfoodconnection.org/donate, or mailed to 8816 Manchester Road, #203, St. Louis, MO 63124.

Sophisticated Goals: Our vision for 2021 is to even more effectively support our families by implementing our marketing and development plans to expand our garden program services, engage and increase our wellness clients, and build strong relationships with community organizations, leaders, and residents. The COVID19 pandemic required us to utilize creative new approaches to programming in a virtual world, bringing us together even more as a community. We are excited to broaden our program offerings in 2021 both virtually and in person as we continue to improve the lives of as many people as we can.

The people we serve lack daily meals, regular physical activity, and face the challenge of living in food deserts. By implementing the findings from cutting edge national and academic research, Fit and Food’s focus on food justice and wellness transforms at‐risk communities. Our families have steadily recorded over 90% improvement in their health and overall quality of life. As a result of our free programs, they are less likely to be diagnosed with diabetes, high blood pressure, and obesity and less likely to be at risk for other health

The Fit and Food Connection 2115 Chambers Rd. St. Louis, MO 63136 314.312.2746 Fitandfoodconnection.org Facebook: @fitfoodconnection Instagram: @fitandfoodconnection LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/ the-fit-and-food-connection Twitter @fitfoodconnect YouTube: youtube.com/channel/ UCBy_MXVSfikjF9TQDR6A2uw Board Members: Bridget Cunningham, Danny Profumo, Edda Berti, John L. Meyer, Kevin Gorom, Lawanda Burns (Board Chair), Dean Mutter, Lori Knudson, Madt Mallinckrodt, Reshaunda Thornton, Rodneca Skinner, Sherin Bruning

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THE JCC SHARSHERET SUPPORTS STL Sophisticated Goals: Sharsheret Supports STL provides meaningful support to women and their families facing a diagnosis of breast or ovarian cancer, and critical education for the Jewish community regarding their increased risk.

Sharsheret Supports STL connects individuals with information about genetic testing, hosts support groups led by professionals, connects peers undergoing similar experiences, and more. Sharsheret Supports STL has launched oncologycertified yoga and massage services at the J.

Sophisticated Details: For nearly 140 years, the Jewish Community Center has served the St. Louis community, regardless of faith, race, or socio-economic background.

We are known around town for being welcoming to all, and for our state-of-the-art fitness centers in Creve Coeur and Chesterfield, but among the 80,000 people we serve each year, we are even better known for delivering excellent programs, social services and cultural experiences. We serve our community through more than one million touchpoints each year.

Sophisticated Giving: Support Sharsheret Supports STL and support the J! Our members and donors are proud to support a mission-based agency. Volunteer for one or many of our programs and events. Sponsor an event or a program. Financially support the agency or select a program for which you are passionate!

Sophisticated Connections:We change lives…through experiences in health & fitness, sports & recreation, early childhood education, programs for individuals with disabilities, adult day services, senior meal programs, day and residential camping, cultural events, and Jewish programming. Sharsheret Supports STL, a program at the JCC, serves the community by educating and creating awareness in the Jewish community about the increased risk of developing hereditary cancers which includes breast, ovarian, pancreatic, prostate, and melanoma. They also provide free and individualized support to women and their families facing a breast or ovarian cancer diagnosis.

One in 40 Ashkenazi Jewish women and men carries the BRCA gene mutation. This is nearly 10 times the rate of the general population. Women who carry the mutation have up to an 80% risk of developing breast cancer and a 45% risk of developing ovarian cancer. Men can also carry and pass these gene mutations on to their family and have increased cancer risks. Knowledge saves lives. Our goal is to arm as many people as possible with information and resources to fight these cancers.

Jewish Community Center 2 Millstone Campus Drive St. Louis, MO 63146 Jccstl.org Facebook: jccstl Instagram: @JStLouisCommunity Youtube: jccstl Lynn Wittels President & CEO lwittels@jccstl.org Rachel Simoneau Director of Development rsimoneau@jccstl.org Greg Siwak, Board Chair

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THE KAUFMAN FUND continue providing financial support to other organizations in the St. Louis area through their grant program so that they can help The Kaufman Fund accomplish their mission in areas their programs do not cover. Each organization receiving funding is personally vetted by their board.

Sophisticated Details: The Kaufman Fund is a 100% volunteer organization(501(c)3) founded in 1990 by Wayne Kaufman to honor the memory of his older brother Ralph who was a four year Air Force Veteran.

Ralph was passionate about helping our Veterans and also children in need. Today, The Kaufman Fund continues to carry on Ralph’s vision and his spirit lives on in the work they do in our community.

The mission of The Kaufman Fund is to support Veterans and children in the St. Louis area who are at risk of abuse or poverty, needing food, shelter, clothing, medical care and basic needs.

The Kaufman Fund does its work through the Veterans programs it operates as well as its financial grants to over 20 other non-profits that support The Kaufman Fund’s mission with their work in our community. They are proud that almost 90% of their revenue goes to support their mission.

Sophisticated Giving: Each year, they hold several fundraising events to support their programs, but they still need help to continue their mission of helping Veterans and children in the St. Louis area. As a non-profit The Kaufman Fund welcomes and is grateful for donations from individuals, family foundations and corporations. They also accept "in-kind" donations for their fundraisers which greatly help them raise money to fund their programs. The Kaufman Fund, proudly serving those who served.

The Kaufman Fund P.O. Box 410742 Creve Coeur, MO 63141-0742 314.753.8355 Thekaufmanfund.org Facebook: thekaufmanfund Instagram: thekaufmanfund Twitter: @thekaufmanfund

Sophisticated Connections: They operate six programs which offer a wide range of services and will touch over 1,000 Veterans in 2021. Trees for Vets gives away annually 300 Free Christmas Trees and stands and over 2,000 since the program began. The Veteran Warmup provides much needed winter clothing and necessities to 100 disadvantaged Veterans each year. Their Dental Program provides dental care to almost 50 Veterans, each year, not covered by VA benefits. The Legal Program processed nearly 100 Veterans in 2020 even with all the challenges of the pandemic. The Mental Health Collaborative offers assistance to Veterans and their families by improving access to clinical services and mental health needs. The newest program, Food for Vets, will reach 400 Veteran families in 2021 who struggle with food insecurity.

Board of Directors: Wayne Kaufman – President, V.P. Sales Dalco; Steve Rosenblum- Vice President, Co-Owner L & P Furniture; James MarcellinoTreasurer, Group Business Manager Ean Services LLC; Howard Berliner – Secretary, Retired Shoe Company Executive; Irwin Loiterstein- Board member, President Seasonable Sales; Matt Nyberg- Board member, Renewal by Anderson; Advisory Board; Tom Ackerman –Sports Director KMOX Radio; Stephanie Bahn-Poteet – M1 Bank Marketing & Community Outreach Director; Jeanette Bax-Kurtz – CPA, Andern Consulting; Hon. Douglas R. Beach – USMC Retired; Steve Behrends – Owner Video Solutions; Dennis Cooper – Senior Vice President, The Federal Savings Bank; Joel B. Eisenstein – Attorney, Vietnam War Veteran; Alan Epstein – The Outsource CMO; Al Finkelstein – Retired Human Resource Executive; Kevin Hall – Director of Corporate Partnerships & Program Sales, Bommarito Automotive Group; Bart Inman – President/CEO Bart Inman Airconditioning; Arnold Jacobson, D.M.D. - General Dentistry; Mike Louis – President Emeritus Missouri AFL-CIO; Cindy Oberkirsch – Former Enterprise Holdings Executive; Jay Randolph Sr. – National Sports Commentator; Irl Scissors – Principal at Gateway Government Relations; Howard Van Booven – President CP Charities; Ken Weintraub – Retires Senior Development Officer St. Louis Jewish Federation; Yvonne Wesa – REMAX Residential Realtor; Nancy Yohe – Retired St. Patrick’s Center Chief Program Officer

Sophisticated Goals: The Kaufman Fund’s goal in 2021 is to continue to improve and grow their current programs and reach more Veterans who need their help. And, to

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THE LITTLE BIT FOUNDATION communities with free, monthly mobile food markets in partnership with St. Louis Area Foodbank.

In 2021, our 20th year, we will continue to respond to the critical needs of our students and families, while remaining focused on providing academic supports and exposing students to experiences and opportunities that empower them to dream big. With volunteer tutors, we are assisting (virtually for now) elementary students struggling with their math and reading skills, and we are offering high schoolers mentorship and career exploration through virtual means.

Furthermore, we hope to complete our largest endeavor to date in 2021: an $8.4 million impact campaign that funds our adoption of all 13 schools in the Riverview Gardens School District – a community where the child poverty rates range between 32 and 66 percent – as well as necessary renovations to our headquarters.

Sophisticated Details: The Little Bit Foundation is committed to a stronger St. Louis through education.

Since 2001, our mission has been to help remove barriers to learning for under-resourced students while building up their confidence, dignity and all the other qualities that lead to success. Our desire is that every student we serve graduates and goes on to fulfill their dreams.

Through a wraparound model of programs and partnerships embedded in school communities and delivered through one-on-one engagement with students, we seek to address the needs of the whole child. This includes proper nutrition, physical and behavioral health, hygiene items, winter clothing and shoes, books and school supplies, and much more. We also focus on enriching the learning environment with programming not readily available to underserved students that expand their world knowledge and exposure, such as STEM curriculum and career planning.

Sophisticated Giving: There are many ways to support the Little Bit mission, including making monetary contributions or volunteering as a school representative, tutor, mentor, driver, as part of our warehouse team, on boards or committees. We also rely on individuals, companies and organizations to hold product drives, donate in-kind goods and services, sponsor schools and special events, and to serve as brand ambassadors in the community.

Sophisticated Connections: Our vision is to one day see an end to the cycle of poverty and marginalization for many residents of St. Louis. We believe it starts with educational equity and creating school environments where barriers outside of the classroom aren’t hindering success in the classroom. From our start, we have worked to help level the playing field for under-resourced students in our area, currently serving 14,000 students in 42 partner schools across St. Louis city and North County.

The Little Bit Foundation 516 Hanley Industrial Court St. Louis, MO 63144 314.669.0040 Thelittlebitfoundation.org Facebook: @TheLittlebitFoundation Instagram: littlebitstl LinkedIn: The Little Bit Foundation Twitter: @LittleBitSTL

Sophisticated Goals: During the COVID-19 crisis, we have continued to reach students and families with essential services. Through a new program, Feeding Hope, we have brought groceries directly to the homes of the highest risk families struggling with hunger. In the new school year, we expanded this program to also provide clothing and care items, educational materials, healthcare and other resources for students learning at home. We have also distributed books, school supplies and food items during drive-thru distribution days, and continued to serve multiple school

Board Members: Michael Amann, President; Marty Akins, Vice President; Bob O’Brien, Chair Emeritus; Suzie Andrews, Chair Emeritus; Rosemary Hanley, CEO and Co-Founder; Tom Chelew; Chris Emert; Michael England; Richard E. Fister, Jr.; Susan Gausnell; Karen Grasso; Patricia Johnson; Nick Bahn; Meg Riney; Bob Scheetz; Ann Seeney; Rebecca Vidal; Andrew Waltke; Kelly Weis

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VARIETY THE CHILDREN’S CHARITY OF ST. LOUIS Sophisticated Details: For almost 90 years, Variety the Children’s Charity of St. Louis has been dedicated to empowering local children with disabilities to live amazing lives. We provide access to vital medical equipment and therapies as well as the opportunity to participate in innovative recreation and Performing Arts programs.

Through a combination of services and programs, we improve Variety Kids’ quality of life by helping them establish their independence, learn new skills, improve socialization with family and friends, and increase their self-esteem. Variety aims to help Variety Kids redefine their abilities and reimagine their possibilities, every day.

Variety Kids need to avoid health setbacks during the pandemic. Children with special needs are among those most vulnerable to the coronavirus, and many of their families have lost income and resources as schools and businesses shut down, making it more crucial than ever that we assist them whenever possible.

We cannot do this without the help of our generous supporters. With major in-person fundraising events canceled for the second year in a row, we are relying on your generosity to ensure we can continue to meet the needs of children with disabilities in our area – needs that only continue to grow in the face of the pandemic.

Sophisticated Connections: Variety St. Louis serves children with special needs and their families living in the greater St. Louis region. Our service area covers a total of 30 counties – 15 in Missouri and 15 in Illinois – and we assist more than 1,100 Variety Kids. This number is expected to grow in 2021.

In 2020, Variety provided 439 pieces of medical equipment, which were used for more than 1.7 million hours and made it possible for Variety Kids to independently access their world. We also provided 5,463 hours of virtual camp, 2,229 hours of therapy and 5,066 hours of performing arts programs.

Beyond our Variety Families, Variety also seeks to spread a message of acceptance and inclusion throughout the area.

Sophisticated Giving: Donors can make a difference today by giving to support Variety Kids. Donations can be made online at HelpAVarietyKid.org or by calling 314.720.7707.

Every dollar raised stays right here in St. Louis to help local kids with special needs and their families, and your help is greatly appreciated. Thank you!

Variety the Children’s Charity of St. Louis 11840 Westline Industrial Drive Suite 220 St. Louis, MO. 63146 314.720.7700 VarietySTL.org Facebook: varietystl Instagram: @varietystl Twitter: @VarietySTL

Sophisticated Goals: With support from the community, we have adapted our programs to fulfill our mission differently by providing innovative solutions to the many challenges presented by a global pandemic. This included introducing virtual camp, expanding our assistance to include virtual therapy, hosting a virtual musical featuring Variety Kids, and working with vendors to ensure the safe delivery of medical equipment.

In 2021, Variety aims to continue these changes which allow us to provide uninterrupted access to the services

Board of Directors: *Lawrence K. Otto, Chairman of the Board; *Steve Crimmins, Vice Chairman; *Marilyn Fox, Vice Chairman; *Thelma Steward, Vice Chairman; *Steve Gross, Secretary; *Leslie Wilson, Treasurer; *Warner Baxter; *Amy Best; Ian Caso; *Joe Castellano; Laura Ellenhorn; Donald L. Ferguson; Sean Fleming; Mary Kaye Fort; Cheri Fromm; Ray Gruender; David Hogan; *J. Christopher Kerckhoff, Jr.; *Lee Kling; Nancy Kranzberg; Mike Lefton; Davida Lichtenstein; Danny Ludeman; Robert O’Loughlin; Terri Owen; Erin Warner Prange; Lucia Rosenbloom; Bevis Schock; Paul Shaughnessy; *Kimberly Springer; Michael Staenberg; *David Steward, Chairman Emeritus Honorary Life Members: Kimmy Brauer ; James T. Byrnes; Nancy Diemer; Cliff Eason ; Margaret Imo ; Mark Koritz; Chip Rosenbloom ; Ozzie Smith; Jan Albus, CEO; Brian Roy, Executive Director * Executive Committee Members

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VETERANS RELIEF NETWORK at risk of becoming homeless, we find the true meaning of community and veterans rediscover that home is about the life that happens in their house.

Sophisticated Details: Veterans Relief Network opened its doors in March, 2011 to help U.S. military veterans and their families overcome poverty, homelessness and suicide.

Through our work, we learned that individuals and families build permanent, positive change in their lives through safe and affordable housing, sound mental and physical health, and employment and financial stability.

Sophisticated Goals: Since its inception, Veterans Relief Network has raised more than $1 million to help veterans throughout the country who have fallen on bad times through no fault of their own. Last year alone, we were able to help 216 veterans meet basic living needs either by finding them shelter, providing food, nourishment and clothing, and giving financial assistance for medical needs and burial assistance. In 2021, we hope to continue our tradition of supporting and extend our active outreach to even more war heroes.

Sophisticated Connections: Today, Veterans Relief Network is an organization that gives a helping hand to any veteran in their darkest hour. Simply put, we bring together partners and resources that ultimately improve the lives of these heroes and families living in the community.

From our financial initiatives, education opportunities and emergency relief efforts to supporting local social-services organizations, Veterans Relief Network empowers veterans and families with a reason for hope. By offering a better foundation from which to build their futures after returning home from active duty, we understand the strength of our country depends on us to take care of those who have fought so hard to protect the freedoms this country affords us every single day. The voice of these veterans drives all of our actions because of our moral obligation to care for them in their time of need.

The American people have little understanding of the true cost of war. Our country has sent 2 million troops to Iraq, Afghanistan, and other parts of the world to support the war on terrorism. We hear much about the psychological effects of war, but are not aware of the economic factors that returning veterans have to face such as unemployment and healthcare issues which are risk factors that drive veterans and their families into poverty, homelessness, and suicide. By providing opportunities for self-sufficiency and dignity to veterans who are homeless or

Sophisticated Giving: Every donation makes a difference and we mostly rely on generous individuals to help fund our programs. Donations are accepted online at veteransreliefnetwork.org or by mail to Veterans Relief Network, P.O. Box 229013, St Louis, MO 63122. For more information, contact Janet Coyer at 219.798.7436 or via email at myvrn1@yahoo.com.

Please also consider helping our veterans by doing the following: • Making a year-end gift online, by phone or mail • Becoming a monthly donor • Including Veterans Relief Network in your planned giving Veterans Relief Network P.O. Box 229013 St Louis, MO 63122 219.798.7436 VeteransReliefNetwork.org

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VETERANS TRAUMA SUPPORT NETWORK associated with these events. Through cutting edge neurological techniques, VTSN is able to allow the victim to overcome the associated effects of PTSD so they are able to stay present and focused. The invisible wounds of war including combat-related stress, anxiety, and posttraumatic stress disorder can all be addressed and cured through our 30-day program.

Sophisticated Details: The Veterans Trauma Support Network was founded to provide assistance in the form of therapy and counseling services to the people who serve and protect our great nation. From first responders to soldiers who served in previous wars to those currently protecting our country and suffering the effects of battle, VTSN provides funding for these people to participate in the services we offer.

These services provide relief from the effects of military stress and combat. Our services and any referred services through our Network are an effective alternative to options currently available to our Veterans and First Responders.

Sophisticated Goals: Veterans Trauma Support Network fills a much-needed void in the mental health community.

Counseling and Therapeutic services are not readily available to those in need and to those most vulnerable. The therapy offered by VTSN allows a person to participate anywhere in the world, from the comfort of their own home. They do not need to travel or leave their “safe space.” Anxiety is one of the leading causes of visits to the emergency room in the United States. COVID-19 has only amplified the levels of anxiety for those already suffering.

Sophisticated Connections: Post-traumatic stress disorder is a serious and often hard-to-treat condition. It can affect the lives of Soldiers and their loved ones severely and can interfere with daily life. Finding the right treatment can greatly improve a Soldier and their family's quality of life. Our organization helps by providing servicemen and women a treatment only available through private practice.

The treatment may be provided through in person sessions or through an online program specializing in trauma related issues. VTSN offers the treatment to all the family members at little to no cost. VTSN also provides use of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy and Theta Chamber technology to those wishing to address more severe issues like Traumatic Brain Injury, or other physical and mental health issues. VTSN provides free access to this technology to those who are able to obtain funding to travel to our treatment facility located in Orlando, Florida.

PTSD is a psychiatric disorder that requires a clinical diagnosis. The symptoms of PTSD occur as a result of witnessing events such as combat, serious accidents, sexual assault, terrorist attacks, or other life-threatening events witnessed by a veteran or first responder. Our services provide almost immediate relief from the terror

Sophisticated Giving: 1. Referral – If you know someone who is suffering from the debilitating effects of trauma you can refer them to our website to apply for funding assistance 2. Take a moment to view our testimonials. See the people we have worked with and listen to their stories.

3. Share our services with others.

4. Make a weekly, monthly or annual donation.

5. Make an in-kind donation Veterans Trauma Support Network P.O. Box 691782 Orlando, FL 32869 Kirk Sherwood, Executive Director 1.888.244.5392 Veteranstraumasupportnetwork.org

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experience of engagement in cross-sector initiatives; there are dozens of local examples outlined in our newly updated St. Louis Collaborations Directory, which highlights 45 cross-sector partnerships working to address a range of regional challenges.

Systems change: At the same time that philanthropy has responded to meet immediate needs, there is an acknowledgement that longer-term strategies are necessary to address deep and abiding disparities. This requires collaborative solutions at scale, engaging multiple stakeholders and community members. To that end, more funders are now looking at systems-level interventions, and are focused on tackling the root problems, as a pathway to lasting social change.

Equity-focused practices: Historical oppression and current-day racism continue to burden our community.

Central to alleviating these harms is a strong focus on diversity, equity and inclusion practices, both internally and externally. Local and national foundations are focusing on new efforts to support organizations created and led by communities that are most affected. A pooled Racial Healing and Justice Fund was established in 2020 to prioritize and commit to changing the conditions that lead to systemic racial inequalities and endanger lives, as well as healing the core of the St. Louis community. Organized philanthropy has an extremely important role here.

Moving more money to mission: Impact investing is gaining traction, as funders like Missouri Foundation for Health and YouthBridge make financial commitments to fostering change by investing capital in innovative ways, seeking both financial returns and measurable social benefits. Want to learn more? The St. Louis Federal Reserve Bank recently issued a report, Innovative Approaches to Investing with Impact, to underscore our region’s potential to grow and sustain meaningful impact investing.

I’ll conclude with a note of optimism after a year gone sideways: there are promising strategies for impactful and inspired philanthropy during challenging times, and there are thoughtful, dedicated human beings interested in propelling this generosity forward. Wishing you fortitude and grace as we engage in 2021. Let’s take care of each other.

Philanthropy Missouri (formerly known as the Gateway Center for Giving) is a membership association for Missouri grantmakers. Over the past 50 years, we have helped regional donors to connect, learn and act with impact. We amplify best giving practices; provide a venue for thoughtful collaboration; foster funder alignment; and serve as a trusted voice for the charitable giving sector. Our members include corporations, donor-advised funds, foundations, trusts and others actively involved in philanthropy; collectively, they represent more than $5 billion in charitable assets.

This year is off to an auspicious start: we’ve just announced that we are growing our organization to encompass a statewide footprint. The expansion in scope and service area means an opportunity for greater impact and leadership on key issues affecting the philanthropic sector statewide, and it includes a strong commitment to embedding equity in our mission.

The past year taught us to stay agile. In a year like no other, 2020 found us at the confluence of a global health pandemic, an economic downturn, and a social justice movement, all deserving and demanding quick and concerted action from the philanthropic sector.

Consequently, we’re seeing new grantmaking practices emerge, born of necessity and some nimble decision-making.

Piloting new strategies: As a result of the pandemic, many foundations are looking at their traditional practices and finding new ways to work with their grantees—for example, replacing project support with general operating support that allows nonprofit leaders the ability to adapt and make strategic investments that align with their missions. Funders are increasingly employing trust-based philanthropic principles, including multi-year, unrestricted funding; streamlining paperwork; and offering support to their funded partners that goes beyond writing a check.

Forging new partnerships: In another response to the multiple crises, we’re seeing new partnerships emerge, and existing ones grow stronger. For example, in the immediate wake of the pandemic, a number of organizations rapidly pooled financial resources and established responsive funds as a source of immediate relief for individuals and nonprofits (St. Louis Community Foundation, United Way); supported the arts and artists’ livelihoods (Regional Arts Commission); and took charge of assessing and then addressing the needs of vulnerable immigrants and refugees (YouthBridge Community Foundation and Marillac Mission Fund, among others). We’ve also seen a renewed interest in mutual aid organizations. Through all of these efforts, millions of dollars in direct aid were deployed to thousands of grantees and individuals in a very short period of time. Many of these funding organizations learned to build their partnership muscles through their previous

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CHARITY CALENDAR

May 6 20 22

GiveSTL Day, givestlday.org Table for Four at Busch Stadium, bgcstl.org A Ballet is Born, stlouisballet.org

June 5-7 19 28

St. Patrick Center Irish Open Gala and Golf Tournament, stpatrickcenter.org Peg Can Help Golf Tournament, lydiashouse.org Jim Butler Charity Golf Classic at Norwood Hills Country Club, bgcstl.org

June 11

“FORE the Kids” Golf Tournament, crisisnurserykids.org

August 6

A World Without Cancer Day, pedalthecause.org

TBD 1-30 11 11 25-26

Lynnie’s Light for Life, jccstl.org Celebrate our 7th Birthday, itsyourbirthdayinc.org A Feast for Change Farm-to-Table Dinner, operationfoodsearch.org Kids Challenge & Ride for a Child Car Parade, pedalthecause.org Pedal the Cause, pedalthecause.org

September

October TBD 4 5 10 15 20 23 29 30 31

Jazz St. Louis Event, jazzstl.org Swing to Heal Hunger Golf Tournament, operationfoodsearch.org Kaufman Fund Annual Golf Tournament and Dinner Auction, thekaufmanfund.org A Tasteful Affair, foodoutreach.org Join the Journey Gala and Auction, thelittlebitfoundation.org Great Futures Gala at the Upper Muny Lot in Forest Park, bgcstl.org Razzle Dazzle Gala, crisisnurserykids.org Casino Night and Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament, thekaufmanfund.org Concordance Academy Annual Gala, concordanceacademy.org Fundraising Closes, pedalthecause.org

November

TBD TBD 4 12 18 18 21 30

“It’s in the Can 2021,” virtual canned food drive, foodoutreach.org Fall Farm to Table Event, fitandfoodconnection.org Veterans Day 5K, stpatrickcenter.org Sippin 4 Sunnyhill, sunnyhillinc.org Over the Top for Tots, crisisnurserykids.org Check Presentation, pedalthecause.org YPB Nursery Night, crisisnurserykids.org JFS Annual Gala and 150th Celebration, jfsstl.org Giving Tuesday

December TBD 4 TBD

Trees for Vets, thekaufmanfund.org Grand Opening Celebration, delmardivine.com Night for Hope and Healing, lydiashouse.org Black Light Bingo, lydiashouse.org

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In 2017, we created the Heritage grant to support capacity building and sustainability of local nonprofits, chosen from among the top 10 child-serving organizations backed by our donor clients. Over the course of three years, YouthBridge provides unrestricted funds toward organizational capacity as well as capacity assessment, resiliency awareness and risk management consulting.

We’re really proud to have served eight different organizations through the Heritage fund since that time.

It’s just one way we are committed to the success of nonprofits in the St. Louis area. No question, these days have tested them as never before and they’ve responded with courage, creativity and resolve. We cannot take for granted how they’ve shined during our darkest days or how essential they will be in helping our community heal. YouthBridge made a commitment early on in the pandemic to have their backs.

Late in March 2020, we established the Nonprofit Recovery and Resiliency Fund to provide recovery assistance and support the operational needs of St. Louis nonprofits, particularly those serving children and families. We’ve subsequently awarded over $100,000 in COVID recovery to 18 different nonprofits.

To assist community members directly, we also established the Immigrant Family Emergency Response Fund in collaboration with several other Foundations.

The Fund has channeled $350,000 in COVID relief to immigrant families under financial distress that do not have a safety net. I’m thankful we have been able to be a resource to many during this crisis.

At some point, we will refer to the pandemic in the past tense. But the lessons it has taught us, I hope, will remain: patience, resilience, compassion, empathy and an appreciation of what’s really important.

Lessons. This past year has taught us a few. As a community, we’ve been overwhelmed by the needs exacerbated by the pandemic and seen many nonprofits struggle under the weight. But we’ve stepped up…in a big way. Last year, U.S. cities witnessed historic levels of generosity, and St. Louis, consistently named one of the most charitable, remained firmly near the top.

While so many charitable organizations have needed us now more than ever, no one can help everyone. Each of us has had to reflect on our values and decide what is truly important to us. What are the vital services that cannot fail, that must continue and that we will put aside our own financial uncertainties to save?

The causes we’ll go to the mat for.

YouthBridge Community Foundation understands there’s a passion fueling every giver that is unique and personal to them. We get it, we’re donors too. It’s why we begin our conversations with each donor client evaluating where their priorities lie before we ever discuss the right vehicle for their philanthropy – be it fund, foundation, annuity or the like. That’s our role as a community foundation: to act as a philanthropic intermediary, connecting donors either directly or through their financial advisor with community causes they care about.

At YouthBridge, we take that role many steps further. “Partner” is the first word of our mission statement for a reason – because it’s the foundation on which we’ve built a service model dedicated to the future of St. Louis. A partner is in it with you, sharing a vision and a journey. We are listening, learning, educating, advising throughout the philanthropy planning process and beyond. If we know it, you’ll know it. And we know the charitable landscape of St. Louis very well, particularly in the area of children and youth.

Our history began more than 140 years ago as a St. Louis orphanage before we transitioned to a community foundation in 2005. Children and youth services are in our DNA; they’re important to us. And, what’s important to you is important to us. You have probably heard those words countless times. But YouthBridge backs them up. Every dollar of our fees goes back into the local community, supporting nonprofits working towards a better St. Louis for all of our children, the innovative – often overlooked – nonprofits, and those our clients hold dear.

Barbara Carswell CEO, YouthBridge Community Foundation

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