Lived in seven St. Louis neighborhoods before I started high school. A a child, I hardly noted any difference in the quality of Life and resources between these places, was loved, protected, and nurtured in each one. All these neighborhoods - all My neighborhoods, were home. UR Welcome is a dedication to the beauty in my upbringing to acknowledgement of the struggle and the deep resilience of a city made of communities that won't give up. UR Welcome is an invitation to use strengths of our diverse communities to address our city's delicate needs. I hope this organization can begin to bridge the social and physical gaps that keep St. Louisians apart. UR Welcome is my personal gift to a city that kept me safe, happy, and entertained. May this be a contribution towards a Greater-more unified St. Louis where strangers become neighbors, and every community feels like home
We're going to need a bigger table! During the hot summer months, meals and care packages to the unsheltered go a long way. Add meal-sharing, social connection, and storytelling, and the heat doesn't seem so bad. Nourishing Narratives provides unhoused individuals with opportunity to eat and share their story with other St. Louisians as part of a digital project to reduce stigma and promote empathy related to homelessness. This program aims to bridge the gap between the housed and unhoused, reminding us that St. Louis is home to us all.
Fee for service program that organizes and facilitrates commuinty service opportunities for corporations and groups in the St Louis Community. Increased social cohesion and commuinity engagement ensures every St Louis neighborhood a great place to be
Many older individuals face social isolation, which can have a negative impact on their well-being. Kindness Knock tackles this by creating a system of regular check-ins by neighbours A friendly volunteer knocks on the door of an older adult who might not have many visitors. They spend some time chatting, perhaps share a cup of tea, and offer to pick up a few groceries on their way home. This simple act of kindness can make a world of difference for someone who might be feeling lonely or isolated
learn more about their specific programs, volunteer opportunities, and donation options. Together, we can make St. Louis a place where everyone feels welcome and supported.
Help organize events or initiatives that bring people together from different neighborhoods.Become a mentor or mentee, fostering connections and empowering individuals
Partner with UR Welcome to leverage your organization's resources and expertise for a collective good
Help organize events or initiatives that bring people together from different neighborhoods.Become a mentor or mentee, fostering connections and empowering individuals
