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People over profits. That’s the main idea of being a credit union. That’s why the credit union movement has lasted for almost 150 years.
Each year, we give back to different and diverse organizations that help our communities with the Arsenal Community Impact Fund. From its inception in 2020 through 2023, we awarded $56,700 to over 20 local, nonprofit organizations. This year, we’re awarding another $13,200 to help a new group of organizations serve others.
Scroll below to meet this year’s grant recipients and to see how they’ll use the funds to help others. If the mission of a particular organization speaks to you, visit their website to learn how you can help.
What’s their mission? To promote positive growth and community-oriented policing in an effort to strengthen the bond shared between Arnold citizens and the Arnold Police Department.
What will they use the grant for? The grant funds will be used to purchase the materials for the Arnold Police Explorer Program. Materials include, but are not limited to: uniforms, duty belts, holsters, handcuffs, training and (fake) weapons.
What’s their mission? Creating fun and memorable birthday experiences for children in homeless and domestic violence shelters.
What will they use the grant for? The grant will go toward purchasing birthday gifts, decorations, party favors and cake to create memorable birthday experiences.
What’s their mission? To enrich the lives of individuals with disabilities by creating opportunities, promoting independence and championing personal choice.
What will they use the grant for? The grant will support the cost of providing medical supplements for individuals in their Community Living program.
What’s their mission? Assisting the youth of Jefferson County in navigating a path to a brighter tomorrow.
What will they use the grant for? The funds will be used toward programs that help teens access community events for free or at low cost. The events, held in Jefferson County, would bring teens, ages 11-18, together in a safe, drug and alcohol-free environment.
What’s their mission? Ensuring that military and veterans’ family members can be with their loved ones who are receiving medical treatment in St. Louis.
What will they use the grant for? The grant will provide food, transportation and essential sundries to guests that didn’t expect to be staying in St. Louis. Supplies include toothpaste, soap, laundry and a change of clothes.
What’s their mission? Providing food to those in need and treating each person they serve with dignity and respect.
What will they use the grant for? Funds from the grant will boost their Client Assistance Fund. Specifically, the Client Assistance Fund will purchase food to give clients a special meal around the holidays.
What’s their mission? Building healthy communities by ending diaper need and period poverty through access, education and advocacy.
What will they use the grant for? Grant funds will be used by the Jefferson County Health Department, a new Period Supplies Program partner, to distribute 1,000 period supply kits to individuals accessing their clinic services.
What’s their mission? Delivering vital aid to marginalized communities directly on the streets and confined to the criminal justice system. Also, providing immediate relief and fostering lasting impact through youth mentorship.
What will they use the grant for? The grant will support Street Patrol’s ongoing initiatives, including providing essential supplies: food, clothing, hygiene products and medical supplies. Also, cold-weather clothing will be purchased for the unhoused community.
What’s their mission? The Camp Rainbow Foundation provides free camp experiences and programs for children and families affected by childhood cancer and blood-related diseases.
What will they use the grant for? Grant funds will be used to provide medical supplies and training for medical staff to be able to adequately provide care and support during Oncology Overnight Camp.
What’s their mission? Enriching the lives of children and adults with disabilities through recreational and residential opportunities which respect and embrace the individuals preferences and needs.
What will they use the grant for? The grant will be used to purchase a mobility push chair. This stroller, that holds up to 200 pounds, will provide access to campers that need a bit more assistance getting around camp.
What’s their mission? Empowering caregivers to nurture whole-child development through early childhood and afterschool programs.
What will they use the grant for? Grant funds will give childcare providers classroom materials and social-emotional sensory kits that enhance the quality of interactions. Also, meals will be purchased for childcare providers during training sessions of the new materials.
