March 5, 2025
WEPOWER Wednesday: Solidarity is the antidote
WEPOWER Wednesday: Solidarity is the antidote
As we transition from Black History Month to Women's History Month, it is a time to celebrate the trailblazing women who have shaped our past and continue to inspire our future. It’s also the season...
February 20, 2025
WEPOWER Wednesday’s Back & Celebrating Black History!
WEPOWER Wednesday’s Back & Celebrating Black History!
During a moment like this, things can feel so overwhelming that we become paralyzed. With approximately 85% of the region’s childcare funding coming from the federal government, WEPOWER’s 2025 bud...
February 19, 2025
WEPOWER and 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis Collaborate on Curated Collection of Local Brands in Gift Shop
WEPOWER and 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis Collaborate on Curated Collection of Local Brands in Gift Shop
WEPOWER is teaming up with 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis to launch a curated collection of goods that creates new opportunities for local entrepreneurs. Over the next year, 21c will feature WEPOWER Accel...
January 9, 2025
James S. McDonnell Foundation awards grants of over $600,000 to WEPOWER and partners to fund early childhood education research and community development work
James S. McDonnell Foundation awards grants of over $600,000 to WEPOWER and partners to fund early childhood education research and community development work
JSMF’s commitment to early childhood education is one expression of its vision of a thriving St. Louis region where inclusive growth elevates shared prosperity and quality of life.
August 19, 2024
The Fierce Urgency of Now | Charli’s 2024 Garden Party Remarks
The Fierce Urgency of Now | Charli’s 2024 Garden Party Remarks
Our liberation calls on our resilience, for us to remain accountable, as Dr. King called it, to “The Fierce Urgency of Now.” And, our freedom also calls us to remain steadfast to our boldest dream...
August 9, 2024
Then, now, and forever honoring Mike Brown Jr.
Then, now, and forever honoring Mike Brown Jr.
Do you remember where you were on August 9th, 2014? I will never forget. I was the Executive Director and co-founder of inspireSTL, a St. Louis-based direct service education organization focused on s...
August 2, 2024
Why Aug 16 is So Special to Me
Why Aug 16 is So Special to Me
I don’t know about you, but my heart has been heavy over the past few weeks. My usually fast-moving feet have been dragging. Rest hasn’t been so restful. So much is at stake ALL AT ONCE. That dist...
August 1, 2024
WEPOWER Relaunches Biz Accelerator for STL-Based Black and Latinx Businesses
WEPOWER Relaunches Biz Accelerator for STL-Based Black and Latinx Businesses
The Accelerators will provide entrepreneur development, access to capital, and mentorship. One 12-week program will be specific to Black and Latinx construction industry business owners, while the oth...
May 9, 2024
A Day Without Childcare, STL – Action Alerts
A Day Without Childcare, STL – Action Alerts
Last year, thousands of child care providers, parents, and advocates joined the DayWithoutChildCare to demand the funding we need for a 21st century child care system. And on Monday, May 13th… we’...
December 19, 2023
On the Right Side of History
On the Right Side of History
Now, more than ever, we need your support. We need you to join us as a donor and partner in this work. Your partnership is the driving force towards living out our shared mission and collective future...