ARCHS In Action with Laquisha Cooper
ARCHS has launched a new video series that celebrates the work of its vibrant staff that provides strategic business consulting services and technical support to assist a network of 50 funded partners. This video features ARCHS’ Director of Grant Initiatives Laquisha Cooper. Learn about the agencies she supports and her personal mission and commitment to […]
ARCHS’ Community Impact Report Video
ARCHS’ FY23 Community Impact Report is now available in video format, featuring testimonials from program leads who’ve scaled outreach through clever digital partnerships. Learn how ARCHS provides an amazing return on investment—for every $1 of its base budget, it leverages an additional $25 in other grants and in-kind services, like the pro bono audits one […]
ARCHS’ Community Day of Service
In February, ARCHS’ team had a successful day of community service with the St. Louis Area Diaper Bank. Staff donated supplies and helped package diapers and feminine hygiene kits for distribution.
FY 2023 Impact Report
Dear Partners, Over the past 25 years, ARCHS has partnered with leading area human service organizations that share united missions of improving the lives of St. Louis’ most vulnerable children and families. In our FY 2023 Community Impact Report (July 1, 2022-June 30, 2023), ARCHS once again highlights the diligent work of our funded and […]
New Website, Same Mission
ARCHS is excited to unveil our new dynamic and engaging website!Please take a moment to tool around and learn about our important impact on the St. Louis region.So many resources and stories to share!Explore at https://stlarchs.org
Annie E. Casey Foundation Releases Annual Race for Results Report
In January 2024, the Annie E. Casey Foundation (AECF) released its 10th annual Race for Results Report. In this report, you’ll learn how children across racial and ethnic groups are progressing on key milestones and which strategies will improve the odds for all children. The report further documents how the lack of affordable and accessible childcare short-changes children and causes parents in Missouri to […]
ARCHS Awards $1 Million to Enhance Public Safety Initiatives
In FY 2024, ARCHS issued funding to enhance two regional public safety focused initiatives. ARCHS awarded: $1 million in state of Missouri funding to the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis to further the work of the Serving Our Streets program, aimed at intervening and preventing violent gun confrontations. Supported neighborhoods include Columbus Square, Hyde Park, Jeff-Vander-Lou, […]
ARCHS Awards $7.5 Million to Support Food Insecurity, Housing, and Workforce Development Initiatives
In FY 2024, ARCHS has issued $7.5 million in state of Missouri funding to support food insecurity, housing, and workforce development initiatives across the region. ARCHS provided grants to the following organizations: -Better Family Life -Bridging Families to Communities & Beyond -Employment Connection -Fathers & Families Support Center -Habitat for Humanity -Housing Options Provided for […]
FY24 Spring/Summer Youth Enrichment Request for Proposals
ARCHS is seeking funding proposals from organizations to deliver enrichment programming to youth in grades K-12. Enrichment programming will be delivered in partnership with ARCHS existing funded partners to supplement their afterschool and/or summer programs. Proposals submitted for standalone community-based programs will not be considered at this time. ARCHS is seeking proposals for services to be delivered […]
ARCHS Awards $1 Million to Increase & Enhance Support Services for Crime Victims & Victimized Communiites
During FY 2024 ARCHS awarded $1 million in state of Missouri VOCA funding to a network of community partners to increase and enhance support services for crime victims and victimized communities. Through the Neighborhood Healing Network (NHN), ARCHS leads a multi-faceted collaboration between trusted area organizations known for their support of under resourced families and neighborhoods […]