SPROG (Special Programs, Organizations and Groups)
Fleishman-Hillard
Attn: David Garino
200 North Broadway
St. Louis, MO 63102-2736

This program provides a fun opportunity for enrichment in the summer by sponsoring educational and recreational activities for more than 100 disadvantaged children aged 5 – 15. The children in the program are from Webster Groves and Kirkwood. For questions about this organization and how you may assist, contact Dave Garino at 982-0551.

Missouri Religious Coalition for Reproductive Choice (MORCRC)
Rev. Rebecca Turner
5000 Washington Place
St. Louis, MO 63108

Nominated by Helen McIntosh (Eliot member – SLAUUC Representative on the MORCRC Governing Board). This organization provides free All-Options counseling and Post Abortion counseling by trained clergy to the woman and her family. They provide educational programs and support efforts to reduce teen pregnancy. They also provide a peaceful presence of clergy in support of reproductive choice in the presence of anti-abortion demonstrators. The funds will used to underwrite the Coalition’s programs, which provide free counseling by trained clergy and religious leaders. The funds will assist with costs for phone service, Yellow Pages advertisement and training materials.

Catholic Commission on Housing
Jane Schoeck
800 N. Tucker Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63101
(314) 241-5600 ext. 104

Support of their Gateway to Financial Fitness Program, which is a collaborative effort committed to personal financial education and stability for all people in the community. This is a free service offered to low income families. Provides training for financial health and home ownership. The agency also provides emergency rent/mortgage payment support.

The Peace Pantry
6672 Veteran’s Drive
P.O. Bo x 32
Cedar Hill, MO 63016
(636) 285-0934

Nominated by Richard and Edna Blandford (Eliot members). Connie Stretch/contact. This organization is run by volunteers and supplies food and clothing to needy families in the Cedar Hill, Dittmer, Grubville and Morse Mill areas. They also accept and distribute clothing, as well as, give aid in whatever way they can.

Non-financial assistance: The Peace Pantry can always use volunteers to help distribute food and clothing (and sort), as well as, drive to collect food donations. Contact Connie Stretch at 636-285-0934 for volunteer opportunities.

Delta Gamma Center for Children with Visual Impairments
Delta Gamma Center
5030 McRee
St. Louis, MO 63110
(314) 776-1300

Nominated by Gloria B. Blythe. Deborah A. Naucke/contact. Organization founded in 1951. This is the only agency in St. Louis area working specifically with children from birth to pre-school who are blind or visually impaired. Mission statement: "To help young children with visual impairments reach their full potential by providing comprehensive individualized education and therapy services to them, and support services to their families." Please look at this informative website any questions you may have http://www.dgckids.org.

Non-financial assistance: Volunteers are very welcome for special events, working in the office, participating in committees and representing the agency in outreach efforts. Items that are always needed for the families are: supplies for a new baby, any size sheets and blankets, curtains, area rugs, towels, children's hats & gloves, Fire extinguisher, first aid kits. Call Delta Gamma at 314-776-1300 for drop off.

SSDN: A Family & Community Organization (South Side Day Nursery)
Attn: Carol Mack
2930 Iowa Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63118
(314) 865-0322 ext. 4006
www.ssdn.org

Nominated by Claire Robertson (Eliot member – SSDN Board). Founded in 1886 by 15 Unitarian women. The Early Care Network (ECN), a division of SSDN, serves 92 expectant families in the south St. Louis inner city by connecting pregnant women and their families to prenatal and postnatal care. Through home visitation, ECN providers help pregnant women to plan for healthy childbirth and their infant’s early development. Also, the ECN provides some of the needed formula, diapers and miscellaneous hygiene supplies for infants during the early months of growth. ECN providers and community volunteers present workshops on health and family issues during monthly Family Center Nights. Staff and community volunteers provide life skills training and education opportunities. Most expectant families are single-parent households that are on public assistance or earn less than minimum wages. With support from Eliot Chapel, ECN providers will be able to purchase early care supplies for these families.

Non-financial assistance: The Early Care Network would greatly appreciate volunteers that would facilitate discussion groups or present information on health, family and personal growth. Also, an R.E. class could prepare infant baskets for expectant families.

The Women’s Safehouse
Attn: Sylvia Jackson, Executive Director
P.O. Box 63010
St. Louis, MO 63163
(314) 772-4535

Since 1977, this shelter has provided emergency assistance to abused women and their children. The shelter staff also provides outreach/education to the community about physical abuse. The shelter provides "after care" to residents who move out of the shelter and back into the community away from their abuser.

Educare Learning Center Inc.
Attn: Margaret Jones – Director
1101 Milwaukee St.
Kirkwood, MO 63122

Nominated by Janet Collins (Eliot member). Licensed by the state of Missouri. Child Development Center (Pre-school/daycare) for low-income families. Students are ages 2 through 5. Tuition is sliding scale. Emphasis placed on Parent/teacher interaction involving education. Have degree teachers on staff. Demonstrates positive methods of discipline. Children learn about the world around them through hands on experiences. The funds will be used continuing education for the teaching staff and classroom equipment.

Non-financial assistance in the form of volunteer work is welcome (reading to the children, working with kids on computers, keeping up the grounds, lending library training for parents, etc…). Children’s book donations are welcome.

African Refugee & Immigration Services
Attn: Zed Minale – Director
2149 S. Grand Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63104
(314) 577-6880

Nominated by Rich Vaughn (Eliot member). Assists African refugees and immigrants resettling in St. Louis in various manners – obtaining housing, clothing, household items, jobs, friendship connections, language skills, etc…

Non-financial assistance in the form of tutoring – ESL for older and younger people. The basic commitment is a little time, patience and caring! Help with understanding financial matters, e.g., income tax preparation, general Family Financial issues, major purchases like cars, financing, credit, accounting, budgeting. Any act of friendship (auto tour of St. Louis, etc..) is appreciated.

Nominated by Linda Polcyn (Eliot member). Trains volunteers to advocate on behalf of abused/neglected children. Each office is on its own to raise the money necessary to maintain professional support.

Non-financial assistance in the form of volunteers as advocates.

Good Shepherd School for Children
Attn: Corinne Esneault – Executive Director