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The Incarnate Word Foundation, based in St. Louis, Missouri, has been faithfully serving the community since 1997. Committed to social justice and philanthropy, the foundation supports initiatives that sustain the region during the COVID-19 crisis and works towards advancing equity and well-being in St. Louis. With a focus on race equity, the foundation collaborates with grant partners to bring about community change and create a vision of a community where the marginalized can attain a quality of life. Rooted in the values of Incarnational Spirituality, Innovation, Empowerment, Stewardship, and Collaboration, the Incarnate Word Foundation approaches funding with a commitment to advancing equity, opportunity, and human dignity. With a strong belief in the power of partnerships, the foundation views each grantee as a valuable collaborator in their mission. Through their work, the foundation aims to create a St. Louis where the poor and marginalized have equal access to a better future.Generated from the website

Brightside St. Louis is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life in the St. Louis community by promoting cleanliness, green initiatives, and environmental sustainability. Since 1982, they have been actively engaged in various projects such as graffiti removal, recycling, greening initiatives, and educational programs on mosquito control and pollinator conservation. With the support of volunteers and donations, Brightside St. Louis has made significant contributions to making St. Louis a cleaner and more beautiful place to live. Through their efforts, Brightside St. Louis has successfully removed graffiti from over 2,200 homes, businesses, and public spaces, while also planting more than 120,000 flowers with the help of nearly 6,000 volunteers. Their work is funded by donations from individuals, companies, and foundations, as well as a grant from HUD and the St. Louis Community Development Administration. By engaging and inspiring St. Louisans, Brightside St. Louis continues to make a positive impact on the community, creating a more vibrant and environmentally sustainable city.Generated from the website

The Musicians Association of St. Louis, Local 2-197 of the American Federation of Musicians, is dedicated to representing the interests of professional musicians in eastern Missouri. With a membership of over 90,000, including renowned artists like Bruce Springsteen and Yo-Yo Ma, the organization has been advocating for musicians' rights for over 150 years. Local 2-197 serves the St. Louis area by protecting musicians' recorded works and live performances, offering benefit programs to support their careers in various music genres such as alternative rock, classical, pop, jazz, and more. Whether on stage, in a studio, or on tour, the AFM and Local 2-197 continue to be strong advocates for the local music community.Generated from the website