Chris' Blog
Perceptions and the Helpers
Subsequent to the latest global tragedy in Manchester, England they were several posts reminding us about the famous Mister Rogers quote of “look for the
June 2, 2017
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News
Small Theater Strives to Change a Neighborhood’s Reputation
As the lights go down and the music swells, patrons of 24:1 Cinema on Page Avenue in north St. Louis, dig into their popcorn and
June 2, 2017
News
Beyond Housing and Affinia Healthcare Open Only Primary Care Health Center in Pagedale
ST. LOUIS – Beyond Housing has partnered with Affinia Healthcare, one of Missouri’s most significant community health organizations, to bring primary healthcare services to the 24:1 community,
May 22, 2017
Chris' Blog
A Great 30 Minutes
My normal mode of operation at my job is not to look back at anything we accomplished in the past, but rather to look ahead
May 9, 2017
News
New Headquarters and Center for Community
Photo – Left to right: Terry Wilson, Annual Giving Manager, Beyond Housing; Tony Grandison Jr., Staff for U.S. Rep, Wm. Lacy Clay; Hazel Erby, St.
May 3, 2017
Chris' Blog
A Blank Blue Sign
I recently drove to Louisville to visit a dynamic organization named IDEAS xLab that joined us as one of seven communities nationally in winning the Culture of Health
April 7, 2017
Chris' Blog
Trees – Yes Trees – Are Part of Community Building
When most folks think about community building, they think about housing, health, education, economic development, and jobs. Rarely do you hear anyone speak about trees.
March 15, 2017
News
Beyond Housing Receives Missouri Arbor Award of Excellence
he Missouri Community Forestry Council and Missouri Department of Conservation have recognized Beyond Housing, a comprehensive community development non-profit organization, with the Missouri Arbor Award
March 15, 2017
Chris' Blog
Our Best Selves
I just reread Langston Hughes’ poem “Let America Be America” again, and in the second stanza he said these prophetic words: Let America be the
February 14, 2017
News
Students Feel Inspired After Seeing “Hidden Figures” at Pagedale Theatre
Check out this great story about students from Jefferson Elementary School having fun, being educated, and exposed to history at our wonderful 24:1 Cinema! See
February 9, 2017
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