COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Upcoming events

Our Community Calendar is for sharing our member organizations’ events and other events that are related to place-based community building and community development.

If you’re interested in posting your event on our community calendar, please fill out the form below.

 
CWC: Neighborhood Leadership Academy
Jul
17
to Aug 21

CWC: Neighborhood Leadership Academy

Registration is now open for the 2026 Neighborhood Leadership Academy!

The Neighborhood Leadership Academy (NLA), provides leadership training that emphasizes community building principles and strategies, project planning, and personal leadership skills. Participants from across Missouri will gain the tools needed to effectively engage and make a difference in their communities while building connections with other changemakers and neighborhood advocates. Participants work on a community improvement project for their neighborhood such as the formation of a neighborhood association, community garden, youth program, among many other ideas. All residents and professionals passionate about growing their community are welcome to join NLA. NLA offers an in-person and virtual format.

The Neighborhood Leadership Academy runs for 10 weekly sessions. Register by August 21!

NLA registration fee: $405

NLA Full and Partial Scholarships Available: Apply here by July 24, 11:59 pm

For more information, visit our website: https://cwc.umsl.edu/nla

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NSC: From Awareness to Action: The Donor Flow Framework
Aug
4

NSC: From Awareness to Action: The Donor Flow Framework

DATE: Tuesday, August 4, 2026

TIME: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

LOCATION: In-person (St. Louis, MO)

PRICE: $50

A simple framework for guiding supporters from first discovery to meaningful giving. Fundraising can sometimes feel unpredictable. Someone may care deeply about your mission but still hesitate to give. Organizations often focus on the ask, when the real opportunity lies in the journey leading up to it. Most donors move through stages before they are ready to take action. Understanding those stages can transform how you build relationships with supporters.

In this workshop, you’ll learn a simple but powerful model called the Donor Flow Framework.

Aware → Interest → Connect → Act

This framework helps organizations understand how supporters move from first discovering your mission to becoming committed donors. When you know where someone is in the journey, you can guide them forward naturally.

During this workshop you will learn:

• The four stages of the Donor Flow Framework

• Why donors often stall between stages

• How to identify gaps in your current engagement strategy

• Practical ways to move supporters toward meaningful action

• How stronger relationships naturally lead to more donor “yeses”

You’ll leave with a clear way to think about donor engagement and a framework you can immediately apply to your fundraising and relationship-building efforts.

This is an in-person workshop in St. Louis, MO.

Register for this workshop here.

ABOUT THE PRESENTER

Maryanne Dersch coaches and trains nonprofit leaders to master the art of influence, so they can raise more money without feeling rejected or pushy. Her “effervescent badassery” calls you to be more influential in your work, life and even in your own view of self.

She has spent almost thirty years working in the nonprofit world helping organizations communicate more effectively internally and externally. From those experiences she authored, Courageous Communication: Why codependence is making your nonprofit brand boring and what to do about it. She also produces and hosts The Influential Nonprofit podcast and the annual Donor Attraction Forum virtual event.

She is leading a movement to change "nonprofit" to "human investment company" to accurately reflect the contributions of the sector. She’s known for her love of ultrahigh heels, extra-large Diet Cokes, and short karaoke rotations.

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Brickline Greenway Art Party
Aug
5

Brickline Greenway Art Party

Mark your calendars!  

Celebrate public art along the Brickline Greenway at our Art Party on August 5th! Enjoy free music, food, screen printing activity (make a postcard or bring your own shirt) and a brand new spoken word performance by City of St. Louis Poet Laureate Pacia Elaine Anderson (not to be missed), plus learn about the 25+ artists and unique partnerships bringing life to the northern section of the greenway.

Stop by the Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis anytime between 5-7pm, with remarks from 6-6:30pm. This amazing lineup of St. Louis-based artists, plus an Edward Jones-commissioned piece and a Gateway Foundation-loaned piece from international artists will add flavor and meaning to Grand, Cass, and Spring Avenues. Find all the info at www.BricklineGreenway.org/artparty. Registration is optional, but it’ll help us order food and send you a reminder that week!

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St. Louis REALTORS: Lessons from New Orleans: A Recovery Convening
Aug
7

St. Louis REALTORS: Lessons from New Orleans: A Recovery Convening

Lessons from New Orleans: A Recovery Convening - St. Louis REALTORS

900 N Tucker BlvdSt. Louis, MO

Friday, August 7  •  8 AM - 10 AM

Overview

Leaders who helped rebuild New Orleans bring 20 years of recovery lessons to St. Louis. A next step for the St. Louis region.

Over Twenty years ago, New Orleans faced the question St. Louis faces today: how does a community rebuild; not just its buildings, but its people, its trust, and its economy?

Fourteen months after the May 2025 tornado devastated North St. Louis, we are bringing that twenty-year answer home. Two of the leaders who assisted in rebuild New Orleans; practitioners who worked in recovery on the ground, helped restored neighborhoods, and bringing transformative community investment like the Whole Foods-anchored revitalization of the Broad Street corridor, are coming to St. Louis for a honest conversation about what long-term recovery really takes.

New Orleans is our closest mirror: a majority-Black city, a disaster that hit hardest in historically disinvested neighborhoods, a recovery that tested, and taught an entire generation of community leaders. Their lessons on trust, displacement, federal funding, and economic rebuilding are the lessons North St. Louis needs right now.

Public Convening – Friday, August 7 | 8:00–10:00 a.m. |


Join us for a public convening featuring two fireside conversations with our New Orleans practitioners: Building Trust Through Long-Term Recovery and Building Economic Mobility Through Community Investment. The program will also include reflections from the Civic Collaboration Fellows' experiential learning journey to New Orleans, an introduction to their Asset Protection Initiative, and a call to action with one concrete next step for every participant to help advance St. Louis's long-term recovery.

WHAT YOU'LL TAKE AWAY

· The honest timeline: what recovery looks like at month 14, year 5, and year 20 from people who lived it in New Orleans

· The trust factor: how New Orleans rebuilt community trust through two decades of long-term recovery

· The money map: federal recovery funding, housing trust fund models, insurance realities, and how community investment gets anchored

· The asset protection playbook: practical steps North St. Louis property owners can take today

· A takeaway assignment: every attendee leaves with one written commitment and a 50-day call to action; this convening ends with an ask, not a thank-you

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Civic, business, philanthropic, and real estate leaders; funders; policymakers; neighborhood advocates; residents, small businesses, and property owners of tornado-impacted neighborhoods; and anyone with a stake in how North St. Louis rebuilds.

Hosted by St. Louis REALTORS® in partnership with the Civic Collaboration Fellows, University of Missouri Extension – St. Louis. Presented with the generous support of our sponsors.

Sponsors:

  • St. Louis REALTORS®

  • Civic Collaboration Fellows

  • University of Missouri Extension – St. Louis

  • TechSTL

Lineup

Dasjon Jordan

Earl Randall III

  • 2 hours, all ages, In person

  • Doors at 7:30 AM

Location

900 N Tucker Blvd

St. Louis, MO 63101

Driving, Public transport, Biking, Walking

Agenda

07:40 AM - 08:10 AM

Breakfast and Networking

08:10 AM - 08:15 AM

Welcome and "What We Saw"

08:20 AM - 08:50 AM

Fireside Chat - Building Trust Through Long-Term Recovery

Organized by

St. Louis REALTORS

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2027 LIHTC APPLICATION DEADLINE
Aug
7

2027 LIHTC APPLICATION DEADLINE

The LIHTC  program provides federal and state tax credits to investors in affordable housing through an annual competitive application process. The credit can be used each year for 10 years and is allocated to developers, who may then sell it to raise equity to construct or acquire and rehabilitate affordable rental housing.

The Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP) sets forth the selection criteria, federal preferences and MHDC priorities for application selection. This plan is revised annually. Administration of the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit has been delegated to state housing agencies to assure that quality housing would be available where it is most needed.

Key Resources

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Annual Beyond the Backpack
Aug
8

Annual Beyond the Backpack

Join us for the annual Beyond the Backpack event on Saturday, August 8 at Normandy Early Learning Center and Lucas Crossing Middle School!

Pre-register today for faster check-in: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx...

All families will need to complete the form, but pre-registering ahead of time helps you check in faster at the event. Supplies, services and resources are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Community Impact Network in collaboration with Normandy Schools Collaborative, Sneakers with Soul and Beyond Housing, get all your students’ back-to-school supplies!

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ULI: Developing Downtown St. Louis
Aug
20

ULI: Developing Downtown St. Louis

Last year's Developing Downtown St. Louis discussion was completely sold out with standing-room-only attendance—and Urban Land Institute is excited to bring the conversation back on Thursday, August 20 at the Ballpark Hilton.

Join ULI for an engaging morning of networking and discussion as industry leaders explore the momentum, opportunities, and transformative projects shaping the future of Downtown St. Louis.

This year's panelists will be announced soon, along with additional event details—but registration is officially OPEN!

If last year's event was any indication, you'll want to reserve your seat early.

Thursday, August 20, 2026

8:00–9:30 AM

Ballpark Hilton

Thank you to our event sponsor, Lodging Hospitality Management, for their support!

Register today: https://stlouis.uli.org/.../B8DB306F-15E0-4EEF-80FF.../

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⭐NCI: Annual Golf Tournament
Sep
8

⭐NCI: Annual Golf Tournament

Where & When

Date: Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Start Time: 10:00 am
Location: Glen Echo Country Club – 3401 Lucas and Hunt Rd

Sponsorship Opportunities 

Platinum Sponsor: Cost of $3,700*

  • 2 foursomes

  • Prominent logo and name visibility

  • Full-page ad in program

  • Pre- and post-event online and social media recognition

  • Can place item in players’ packet (160 items needed)

  • Beverages and snacks on cart

  • Hole sponsorship

  • Lunch and dinner with preferred seating

Gold Sponsor: Cost of $2,700*

  • 1 foursome

  • Prominent logo and name visibility

  • Full-page ad in program

  • Can place item in players’ packet (160 items needed)

  • Lunch and dinner with preferred seating

Silver Sponsor: Cost of $2,200*

  • 1 foursome

  • Company name in program

  • Half-page ad in program

  • Lunch and dinner

  • Can place item in players’ packet (160 items needed)

Lunch or Dinner Sponsor: Cost of $1,500

  • Prominent logo and name visibility at dinner and in program

  • Half-page ad in program

  • Can place item in players’ packet (160 items needed)

  • Preferred seating at dinner

Day of Play Package: $1,300

  • 1 foursome

  • Speedpass

  • Lunch & Dinner

  • Recognition as donor in program

  • 2 hole sponsorship

Golf Cart Sponsor: Cost of $750

  • Logo and name of each player’s golf cart

  • Can put item in golfer goodie bags

Beverage Cart Sponsor: Cost of $500

  • Sign on beverage cart

  • Can put item in golfer goodie bags

Concession/Contest Sponsor: Cost of $150

  • You provide drink and/or snack item for players

  • Can put item in golfer goodie bags (160 items needed)

  • We provide table, tent and sign at hole, and lunch and dinner for two volunteers

Foursome Package: Cost of $900

  • 4 players golf and carts

  • Drinks

  • Lunch and dinner

Individual Player Package: Cost of $225

  • Golf

  • Drinks

  • Lunch and dinner

Golfers’ Goodie Bag Sponsor: Cost of $150

  • Place items in goodie bags for each golfer and volunteers (must provide 160 items)

  • NCI members are free

Hole Sponsor: Cost of $150

  •  Sign at a hole

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⭐TGCDC: Sustaining Housing Dreams
Oct
8

⭐TGCDC: Sustaining Housing Dreams

This event is free with registration and will be held at Das Bevo on October 8th, 2026 from 5:30PM to 9PM with a short awards ceremony at 6:30PM.

For more info:

https://www.towergrovecdc.org/news/2026/7/5/join-us-for-sustaining-housing-dreams-tower-grove-cdcs-2026-fundraiser

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⭐SAVE THE DATE: Rise Annual Event
Oct
22

⭐SAVE THE DATE: Rise Annual Event

Thursday, October 22nd, 2026



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Trailnet: Peach Pedal & Historic Grant's Trail Rides
Jul
18
to Jul 25

Trailnet: Peach Pedal & Historic Grant's Trail Rides

Peach Pedal (July 18)

Historic Grants Trail (July 25)

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DSCC: Neighborhood Open House
Jul
18

DSCC: Neighborhood Open House

Neighborhood Open House!

Learn about the current neighborhood plan

Share your vision for the neighborhood’s future

Connect with local organizations and their programs!

When: Saturday, July 18 from 10am-1pm

Where: The Golden Record (2720 Cherokee St)

Lunch and childcare will be provided.

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Kranzberg Arts Foundation: MATI @ UMSL Grand Center
Jul
17

Kranzberg Arts Foundation: MATI @ UMSL Grand Center

MATI Festival and Conference returns to Grand Center Arts District July 17–19, featuring 100-plus national, regional, and St. Louis-based performances across indoor and outdoor stages. Take Kranzberg Arts Foundation's short quiz about the festival and be entered to win FOUR WEEKEND PASSES, a $400 value! Plus, everyone who enters will receive a discount on tickets (restrictions apply).

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<span class="sqsrte-text-color--accent">POAH: Phase 1 Groundbreaking Ceremony for Clinton Peabody</span>
Jul
17

POAH: Phase 1 Groundbreaking Ceremony for Clinton Peabody

Preservation of Affordable Housing (POAH) is excited to invite you to join us for the Phase 1 Groundbreaking Ceremony for Clinton Peabody — a significant milestone in the continued revitalization of this historic St. Louis community.

This celebration marks the beginning of an important new chapter, made possible through the collaboration and commitment of residents, community partners, elected leaders, funders, and many others who have helped move this vision forward.

Clinton Peabody Phase 1 Groundbreaking Ceremony
When: Friday, July 17, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Below are additional event logistics:

Please plan to arrive by 9:30 AM to allow time for parking and walking to the ceremony site.

Following the ceremony, POAH invites you to stay and celebrate with residents and community partners during our Community Celebration from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. The event will include food, games, family-friendly activities, and an opportunity to connect with neighbors and partners who have helped make this moment possible.

Celebrate this important milestone and look ahead to the future of Clinton Peabody.

POAH asks for all RSVPs by July 10th at bit.ly/CPGB1 or by calling 314-887-9347 so we can plan accordingly.

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SLDC: A Conversation with CEO, Stephen Westbrooks
Jul
16

SLDC: A Conversation with CEO, Stephen Westbrooks

This networking event focused on strengthening commercial districts across the City of St. Louis and open to invitees only. 

This session will feature Stephen Westbrooks, SLDC’s new president and CEO. Stephen joined SLDC in March, bringing experience in finance, real estate and economic development. He will share his outlook for SLDC and the city while getting to know the organizations supporting, promoting and working with St. Louis businesses. 

Attendees are asked to come prepared to introduce themselves and their organization and briefly share a few successes and challenges facing their district and businesses.

 “I am honored to join SLDC and excited to work alongside the dedicated team and partners who are committed to making St. Louis a place of opportunity for all. There’s great potential in St. Louis, and I look forward to collaborating with community stakeholders to drive meaningful change that will benefit everyone who calls this great city home.”

-Stephen Westbrooks

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COA: <span class="sqsrte-text-color--accent">What Matters Most in the ROAD to Housing Act</span>
Jul
16

COA: What Matters Most in the ROAD to Housing Act

Online Discussion Circle: What Matters Most in the ROAD to Housing Act

Congress passed theROAD to Housing Act the most significant federal housing legislation in decades. Join us to discuss the implications for affordable housing production, community development, and local policy. This members-only Discussion Circle will examine the provisions we believe are most important for Community Opportunity Alliance members and discuss what they could mean for your work.

Join us: July 16 from 1:00 – 2:00 pm ET (12pm CST)

Register Now

We will discuss:

  • How Opportunity Zones are advanced in the bill

  • HOME program reforms and new opportunities

  • Housing counseling provisions

  • Housing innovation funds

  • Federal incentives related to zoning and housing supply

  • Manufactured housing provisions

Focused. Small group. Real dialogue.

Our discussion circles provide an opportunity to understand the legislation, ask questions, and compare perspectives with peers. Together, we will discuss what comes next for community development organizations and the state and regional associations that support them.

Mark your calendar for 2026 Discussion Circles:

  • October 15 | 2:00–3:00 pm ET
    Preparing for Federal Shifts Ahead
    Register Now

  • November 18 | 2:00–3:00 pm ET
    Preparing for Federal Shifts Ahead
    Register Now

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STL REALTORS: Can We Talk? Session 2
Jul
16

STL REALTORS: Can We Talk? Session 2

July 16, 2026

9:30 am - 11:30 am


Can We Talk? Session 2


StL REALTORS Conference Center
12777 Olive Blvd
Saint Louis, MO 63141


Register Here 

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NCI: St. Louis County Election Board
Jul
15

NCI: St. Louis County Election Board

Don't miss the upcoming Exclusive Member Experience!

NCI members, join us on July 15th from 4:30–6:00 PM for an inside look at the St. Louis County Election Board! Enjoy light refreshments and choose from two tour slots (4:45 PM or 5:30 PM).

Spots are limited to just 40 guests, and reservations are required. Don’t wait!

RSVP to lock in your spot:

agivens@northcountyinc.com

314-895-6241

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Brickline Greenway History & Nature Tour
Jul
14

Brickline Greenway History & Nature Tour

Tuesday, July 14, 2026

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Brickline Greenway: Stars Park Plaza

3145 Market Street, St. Louis, MO, USA

Learn about nature, culture, and history on this 2 mile guided walking tour. Registration is free and required.

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ZOUP Public Workshops
Jul
14
to Jul 16

ZOUP Public Workshops

The City of St. Louis invites residents, business owners, and community stakeholders to participate in the next round of public workshops for the ZOUP: The City’s Zoning Upgrade Project. These workshops will introduce the project’s draft development standards and provide updates on how public feedback from earlier phases has informed the evolving zoning code and map.

 

The workshops will take place on:

  • Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at My 180 Youth Program, Inc. (1428 Warren Street, St. Louis, MO 63106)

    • Bus line 19 with a stop at 13th & Warren St. or Bus line 74 with a stop at N Florissant & St. Louis Ave. will get you close

    • There is street parking on Warren St. and in the parking lots at 1410/1412 Warren Street

  • Thursday, July 16, 2026 at Il Monastero (3050 Olive Street, St. Louis, MO 63103)

    • Bus line 10 with a stop at Olive St. & Garrison Ave., or Bus line 94 with a stop at Compton Ave. & Olive St.

    • A parking lot is available

 

Doors will open at 5:15 PM, with programming from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at both locations. You can register to attend at www.zoup-stl.com/get-involved

Each workshop will feature the same content and begin with a short presentation providing an overview of the project’s progress, including key themes and feedback received, and a preview of the draft development standards. The project team will also share updates on how community feedback is informing revisions to the draft map and outline next steps in the Zoning Upgrade process. 

Following the presentation, participants will engage in facilitated small-group discussions focused on the draft development standards such as lighting, signs and landscaping, and how they may shape future development throughout the city.

Registering in advance helps us plan for space limitations, materials, etc. Please RSVP using the link below.

RSVP Here

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Virtual "Code Connect"

Additionally, a virtual “Code Connect” meeting will be held on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, from 6-7 p.m. CST for those unable to attend the events in person. 

Join the discussion via Zoom by registering at https://bit.ly/ZOUPCC3.

"Code Connect" 
Registration Form

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EarthWays Center: Green Living Festival
Jul
11

EarthWays Center: Green Living Festival

 
 

 Annual Green Living Festival

Saturday, July 11, 2026

9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Help your family, friends, and coworkers live green! The Missouri Botanical Garden’s annual Green Living Festival is back refreshed and ready to provide you with sustainable solutions. Join experts at the Garden for a full day of active learning, exploring and engaging in ideas for taking action in your everyday life.

Hosted by Missouri Botanical Garden’s EarthWays Center, the festival lets visitors explore the links between sustainability and a healthy environment. Our experts offer tips to make your lifestyle, workplace, community and residence greener.

Event highlights will include:

  • Exhibitors and Vendors

  • Family-friendly Activities

  • Educational Workshops

  • Tree Canopy Climb

  • DIY Projects for Home

  • Yoga

  • Music, Fun and Prizes!

The Green Living Festival is a FREE event—included with general Garden admission. On Saturdays, St. Louis City and County residents get FREE admission until noon.

Join the Facebook event!

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS COMING SOON!

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USI: Investing in Place, Investing in People Series
Jun
27

USI: Investing in Place, Investing in People Series

Mixed-Income Communities: Opportunities, Tensions, and the Future of Place-Based Investment

Part 4 of 4: Investing in Place, Investing in People series

Mixed-income communities have long been positioned as a transformative strategy for neighborhood revitalization, promising economic assimilation, improved outcomes, and shared prosperity. From the early redevelopment efforts under HOPE VI to the broader systems-based approach of Choice Neighborhoods, billions of public and private dollars have been invested in reshaping distressed neighborhoods into communities of opportunity. 

But do mixed-income communities truly deliver on their promise? 

This forward-looking webinar confronts both the potential and the complexity of mixed-income development. We will explore what decades of research tell us about economic mobility, social cohesion, displacement, and long-term neighborhood outcomes. Just as importantly, we will examine the tensions that continue to shape this work. 

Through a candid, evidence-informed conversation, our curated panel of practitioners and researchers will unpack what must change in policy, financing, and community engagement to ensure mixed-income communities work for everyone, not just in theory, but in practice.

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What You’ll Learn

By participating in this webinar, you will:

  • Understand the evidence base behind mixed-income strategies including what works, what doesn’t, and why. 

  • Examine the social and economic dynamics that influence outcomes for original residents and new arrivals alike. 

  • Explore strategies to prevent displacement and protect long-term affordability. 

  • Learn practical approaches to foster authentic community building, shared governance, and resident voice. 

  • Consider the future of place-based investment, including how mixed-income models must evolve to address today’s economic realities. 

Who Should Attend

This webinar is designed for:

  • Housing authority executives and staff 

  • Affordable housing developers and investors 

  • Community development corporations (CDCs) 

  • City and county housing and planning officials 

  • Philanthropic leaders and impact funders 

  • Researchers and policy analysts 

  • Community organizers and resident leaders 

  • Financial institutions engaged in community investment 

Whether you are designing, financing, managing, or studying mixed-income communities, this session will provide clear-eyed insight and actionable strategies to strengthen outcomes and advance community centered transformation. 

Register Now

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Great Rivers Greenway: St. Vincent Greenway Nature and History Tour
Jun
9

Great Rivers Greenway: St. Vincent Greenway Nature and History Tour

Great Rivers Greenway is hosting a St. Vincent Greenway Nature and History Tour at St. Vincent County Park on Monday, June 9, 2026.

Event Details:

  • Date: Monday, June 9, 2026

  • Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM CST

  • Location: St. Vincent Community Center (outside), 7335 St. Charles Rock Road, St. Louis, MO 63121

  • Activity: A 2-mile guided walking tour to learn about nature, culture, and local history.

  • Cost & Registration: The event is free, but pre-registration is required.

You can register and find full details on the Great Rivers Greenway Events Calendar.

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Freight Week STL 2026
Jun
8
to Jun 12

Freight Week STL 2026

Purpose

FreightWeekSTL showcases the St. Louis region’s role as a national freight and logistics powerhouse. The event convenes public, private, and civic leaders to explore innovations, infrastructure investments, and workforce strategies that strengthen the region’s economic competitiveness.

What the Event Covers

  • Supply Chain Innovation: Trends shaping global movement of goods and how St. Louis is adapting.

  • Multimodal Connectivity: Deep dives into the region’s river, rail, road, and air assets.

  • Infrastructure Investment: Updates on major projects improving freight mobility and capacity.

  • Technology & Automation: Sessions on autonomous rail, digital logistics, and emerging tools.

  • Workforce Development: Strategies to build and retain a strong freight and logistics workforce.

  • Industry Partnerships: Collaboration models that accelerate regional growth.

Who Should Attend

  • Economic development professionals

  • Community development leaders

  • Transportation, logistics, and supply chain practitioners

  • Real estate and site‑selection professionals

  • Elected officials and civic leaders

  • Philanthropic and corporate partners interested in regional competitiveness

Why It Matters for St. Louis

  • Positions the region as a global freight hub with unmatched multimodal advantages.

  • Highlights investments that support job creation, business attraction, and neighborhood revitalization.

  • Strengthens cross‑sector collaboration essential for long‑term economic resilience.

  • Provides insights that help local organizations align their work with regional growth strategies.

  • Key Takeaways for CBN & Community Development

  • Freight infrastructure directly influences housing, workforce access, and neighborhood opportunity.

  • Understanding freight trends helps CBN advocate for equitable, community‑centered development tied to regional economic drivers.

  • The event offers relationship‑building opportunities with partners who shape land use, investment, and redevelopment decisions.

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Rebuilding Together: Hello Summer!
Jun
5

Rebuilding Together: Hello Summer!

Hello Summer!

On Friday June 5, 2026, Rebuilders from around St. Louis will come together to celebrate Rebuilding Together St. Louis! This year's event will feature our annual Rebuilder award, honoring our ten-year partnership with the St. Louis REALTORS.

The event will also include a silent auction, Fund-A-Need auction, fun games, and inspirational stories about the impact of our work. It's a great way to start your weekend and kick off your summer!

Proceeds from the Rebuilder Celebration will support our free home repair services for older adult and Veteran homeowners in St. Louis.

Tickets and sponsorships are available now!

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Housing Credit Connect
Jun
2
to Jun 5

Housing Credit Connect

Join NCSHA in celebrating 40 years of the Housing Credit, the most successful affordable rental housing production program in U.S. history.

On this historic anniversary, we’re headed to beautiful St. Louis June 2 – 5 with an expanded program and more networking than ever before. Make plans NOW to be a part of the most important industry event of the year as we convene Housing Credit industry professionals for unparalleled networking and education — and our largest annual exhibition of affordable housing products and services.

Online registration has closed.
Walk-up registrations are welcome June 2 – 5; a $100 processing fee applies.

During interactive roundtables and panel discussions, Housing Credit experts explore hot topics and new strategies in affordable housing development, finance, management, and compliance. Those discussions continue in the Marketplace — the event’s popular networking hub — where you’ll learn about the industry’s newest services and products.

Who Attends

As an attendee, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with affordable housing leaders from around the country: executive directors and senior staff of the Housing Credit allocating agencies, federal agency officials, multifamily developers, lenders, syndicators, investors, tax advisors, asset managers, nonprofit leaders, compliance experts, property managers, and service providers.

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TRAILNET June Events
Jun
1
to Jun 30

TRAILNET June Events

Juneteenth Community Ride

June 20 @ 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

This Juneteenth, celebrate St. Louis’ Black artists, musicians, and history with a bike ride featuring live music.

The Juneteenth Community Ride presented by River City Outdoors is co-hosted by Trailnet and 4theVille with support from the Missouri Historical Society and Regional Arts Commission. Join us on Saturday, June 20, for a group bicycle ride with performances from area musicians and storytellers sharing the city’s history.

This ride is FREE but please register in advance!

https://runsignup.com/stljuneteenth

Organizer

Venue

Event Navigation

The prioritization of users walking, biking, and using public transit is vital to keep our community safe. Traffic safety infrastructure is expanding across the St. Louis region, and we need YOU to keep the momentum going.

Have you noticed projects like the Tucker Boulevard Cycle Track, the Tower Grove Connector, and the Brickline Greenway

These projects rely heavily on community feedback to generate results that genuinely support community needs. Consider attending events and providing feedback to have your voice heard:

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Creating Whole Communities Research Grants Information Session
May
21

Creating Whole Communities Research Grants Information Session

 
 

Virtual Event

May 21, 2026 at 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

About

The Creating Whole Communities Research Fellows program offers two types of grants to support UMSL faculty and doctoral students partnering with community to address important place-based challenges through rigorous issue- and practice-based research. 

Register for the Information Session to learn more about the grant opportunities and requirements and have your questions answered.

CWC Research Grants Information Session:
Thursday, May 21st at 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Please register by completing the form below.
Zoom details will be sent upon registration. 

Relationship Building Grant
This grant initiative seeks to support University-community partnerships in the exploration process of mutual interests and shared goals with the aim that this will lead to a trustworthy partnership, long-term collaboration, and achievement of community-desired goals. A partnership with local organizations and/or leaders is a required component of this grant application. Up to $1,000 will be awarded to partnerships. 

Research and Implementation Grant
This grant initiative seeks to support faculty research that implements a philosophy of Community-Based Participatory Research (CBPR) and address issues that are critical to local neighborhoods and municipalities. Faculty must demonstrate partnership with local organizations and/or leaders as a component of this grant application. Up to $8,000 will be awarded to partnerships.

Questions? Contact Tasnim Haq at tfhktb@umsl.edu

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Park Central Gala
May
20

Park Central Gala

PCD 2026 GALA HONOREES

  • Otis Williams

    St. Louis Development Corp.
    St. Louis Impact Award

  • Monica Campbell

    Enterprise Bank & Trust
    Business Impact Award

  • Miranda Jones

    Little Bit Foundation 
    Community Impact Award

  • Reyna Spencer

    Ameren 
    Community Impact Award

  • Tonnie Glispie-Smith

    West End Neighborhood
    Resident Impact Award

https://www.parkcentraldevelopment.org/pcd-gala-2026

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Dutchtown STL: Develop Dutchtown - Q2 Business Networking Afterhours
May
19

Dutchtown STL: Develop Dutchtown - Q2 Business Networking Afterhours

Develop Dutchtown: Q2 Business Networking Afterhours is now Tuesday, May 19 at Intertwine Wine Bar!

Small developers and hopeful owner-occupants, this one is for you!

Historic Tax Credits, Neighborhood Preservation Act Credits, and other small developer tools presented by people who have actually used them in Dutchtown!

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Members of the Community Builders Network are invited to submit events, workshops, and programs to be featured on our Community Calendar. This is a great way to promote your work, connect with the community, and keep the broader St. Louis community informed about opportunities for engagement.