Her Name Was Aashya Quarles
Please do me a favor and say her name out loud. Ah-Shy-Ah Quarles. She deserves to be remembered. Her name, nor anyone senselessly murdered, should not simply be added to the list of those lost to gun violence in our community, and forgotten. She leaves behind three children, the oldest only in 2nd grade. She […]
2018: A Year to be Remembered in the 24:1 Community
Success in community development doesn’t happen overnight. But with steadfast commitment and long-term dedication, the success stories appear and signs of real momentum and lasting progress can be seen. Thanks to the continued support of donors and partner organizations, 2018 will be remembered as a pivotal year for the work of Beyond Housing, the 24:1 Community […]
Emerson Continues Investment in the 24:1 Community in North St. Louis
See how the support of companies like Emerson are making the 24:1 Community and the St. Louis region stronger for all. In 2016, Emerson committed $500,000 over five years to support the work of Beyond Housing in the 24:1 Community—which comprises the 24 municipalities within the Normandy Schools Collaborative in North St. Louis County. “This […]
The Boeing Company to Support our Housing Resource Coordination Program
Great news! We just found out that Beyond Housing received a grant from The Boeing Company to support our Housing Resource Coordination program. Housing Resource Coordination is an innovative program that combines decent, affordable rental housing with supportive services. Since the program’s inception, Beyond Housing experienced a 51% reduction in residents leaving or being evicted […]
Edward Jones Makes Major Investment in the 24:1 Community
See how the support of companies like Edward Jones are making the 24:1 Community and the St. Louis region stronger for all. Beyond Housing is thrilled to announce that Edward Jones has committed $500,000 to support our ongoing work in the 24:1 Community, which comprises the 24 municipalities within the Normandy Schools Collaborative in North […]
Express Scripts and Others Make Significant Investments in the 24:1 Community
See how the support of companies like Express Scripts are making the 24:1 Community and the St. Louis region stronger for all. Beyond Housing is excited to announce that Express Scripts has committed $300,000 to support our continued work in the 24:1 Community, which comprises the 24 municipalities within the Normandy Schools Collaborative in North […]
#GrowingTogether
Great things are happening here in the 24:1 Community, and now the word is getting around all over town—literally, with a special 24:1 Community Metro bus. Renowned local mural artist William Burton Jr. created the artwork, which includes images of residents, local landmarks, and a colorful, vibrant and growing community under the theme “#growingtogether.” The […]
Join us at the 24:1 Arts Culturefest
ST. LOUIS, MO—OCTOBER 10th, 2018—The 2018 24:1 Arts Culturefest is almost here! The event is totally free and takes place October 20th at the Pagedale Town Center (Corner of Page and Ferguson) from 10am to 4pm. The 24:1 Arts Culturefest is a celebration of the artistic talent within the 24:1 Community. This year’s event will be […]
Beyond Housing Receives Grant from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Foundation for Health Program in the 24:1 Community
$20,000 Grant to Help Increase Physical Activity and Decrease Health Disparities ST. LOUIS, MO—SEPTEMBER 26, 2018—Beyond Housing is thrilled to announce that the Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Foundation has recently awarded a $20,000 grant to support Beyond Housing’s Passport to Health (P2H) Program. Beyond Housing and the P2H Program serves residents throughout the […]
Community Building at the Speed of Trust
Why do some efforts to strengthen communities succeed while many others fail or fall short? What is the difference that creates real lasting change versus temporary feel good moments? After ten years of working to strengthen the 24:1 Community, we believe we have some answers to those questions. Ten years ago, Beyond Housing embarked on […]
