Communities First-STL

05/18/2026

🏠 Housing shouldn’t be out of reach for the people who keep our city running.

In St. Louis, 7 out of 10 people experiencing homelessness in 2024 were homeless for the first time. Rising rent, stagnant wages, and impossible housing costs are pushing more families and workers into crisis.

📊 To afford a modest 2-bedroom apartment in St. Louis, someone needs to earn about **$48,600/year** — while the average renter earns only **$43,700/year**.

This is more than a statistic. It’s a call to invest in affordable housing, living wages, and real community support before more neighbors fall through the cracks.

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05/13/2026

🌟 Every child deserves a summer filled with safety, learning, joy, and opportunity. 🌟
Right now, deep federal funding cuts are putting the North City STARS Summer Camp at risk — but together, we can keep these life-changing experiences alive for youth in our community.
💙 Just $1 or more can make a difference.
✨ Every gift helps a child shine.
📚 Supporting academic growth, leadership, and brighter futures all summer long.
Join us in investing in their future today.
Donate, share, and help us continue to shine! ⭐
🔗 www.CommunitiesFirststl.com
📞 314-755-2158
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05/13/2026

We would like to thank all of the volunteers and community members who came out to Hyde Park for Communities First’s EGGciting Spring Splash! 🐣💦
We were NOT going to let the weather completely cancel our community Easter event 😂💪🏾 We improvised to make sure all of Hyde Park’s kids could still enjoy a fun-filled day in their neighborhood. 🥰

05/07/2026

☀️✨ SUMMER JUST GOT BRIGHTER! ✨☀️
Give your child a summer filled with learning, creativity, leadership, friendship, and FUN at the FREE North City STARS Summer Camp! 🌟
🎨 Science, Lego & Music Clubs
📚 Literacy & Reading Challenges
🏀 Sports, Games & Swimming
🚌 Weekly Field Trips & Cultural Experiences
💡 Leadership & Empowerment Workshops
🗓 June 8 – July 31
⏰ Monday–Friday | 8 AM–5 PM
👧🏽 Ages 5–15
Spaces are limited, so register today! 💜💚
📞 314-755-2158
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04/29/2026

🌸🐣 Egg-Citing Spring Splash! 💦🌼
Hosted by the Northside Alliance for H.O.P.E.
Bring the whole family out for a fun-filled spring celebration! 🎉
📅 Saturday, May 2, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Hyde Park (Blair & Salisbury)
✨ FREE for residents of the 14th Ward & surrounding neighborhoods!
🎈 Activities include:
🐎 Horseback riding
🏰 Bounce houses
🎨 Face painting
🎧 Live DJ
🌭 Food
🥚 Golden egg hunt
Don’t miss this exciting day of community fun! 💛
📞 More info: 314-448-2686

03/13/2026

02/18/2026

🎣 Communities First Fish Fry-Days Fundraiser! 🎣
Eat Good. Support Our Youth! All proceeds go to youth programming and community events.

🍽️ Menu:
$20 Catfish / Jack / Buffalo (Choice of 2 sides + 1 dessert)
$15 Fish Sandwich Combo (Fish filet, fries, and fixins)

🥗 Sides: Spaghetti, Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Home Fries
🍰 Desserts: Peach Cobbler, Caramel Cake

🕛 Every Friday, Noon - 6 PM
📍 1428 Salisbury St, STL 63107

🥤 Drinks: Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Strawberry Soda
➕ Extras: $5 each (extra fish or dessert)

📞 To order, call 314-755-2158 / 314-583-5140 or scan the QR code!
📅 EVERY FRIDAY Feb 20 - April 3, 2026

02/13/2026

The Greyhound Fire claimed the life of a community member and friend on 2/11. We will miss F. This is yet another devastating reminder that we need different types of housing and wrap around services to help KEEP chronically Unhoused people in housing.

02/13/2026

Here is another look at the Annual Communities First Great Toy Giveaway! 🎄✨

Smiles filled the 14th Ward as children and families came together with Santa, the Grinch, dedicated volunteers, local law enforcement, and community leaders including Alderman Rasheen Aldridge and State Rep. LaKeySha Bosley to make Christmas brighter for children who might not otherwise receive many gifts.

This is what community looks like. This is what love in action feels like. ❤️🎁

We’re already planning for next year—so stay tuned for ways you can help, give, and be part of something special!

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02/10/2026

As we begin our event planning for the new year, let’s recap our 2025 Christmas holiday events! This year our annual 14th Ward Christmas Parade brought magic to our neighborhood! Santa, on his sleigh, the Grinch, Alderman Laura Keys, and the fire department all joined us as we stopped at homes so families could take pictures and share the joy. Thank you to everyone who made this day unforgettable!