Mission

To prevail over social and economic injustices by developing and sustaining affordable housing, programs and activities that improve the economic, social, health and cultural well-being of all residents in the New 12th Ward and beyond in the City of St. Louis through education, training and advocacy.

Vision

The vision of the organization is to create a community that offers resources and opportunities that meet and respond to the economic, social, health, cultural and spiritual needs of the residents in their natural environment.

Creating a community that is self-sustaining, bonded with a common theme: Working in Unity to Empower the Community and Increase Economical Means

Organizational Focus: To engage, educate, empower, and activate its resources towards enrichment

In an effort to develop a community center anchor that can provide services to the children, families and elderly in our community, economic development and support to local entrepreneurs interested in developing their projects we have established the following goals:

1.    Establish and sustain education, career and employment opportunities in emerging industries, specifically "green and conservation" areas;

2.    Offer residents educational opportunities on creating and managing wealth;

3.    Offer residents education and opportunities for home ownership, maintenance and stability for their families;

4.    Support residents in accessing and receiving quality and affordable healthcare;

5.    Support residents in accessing and receiving government support and resources;

6.    Continue neighborhood stabilization and crime reduction efforts and;

7.    Establish and sustain cultural, arts and entertainment in the First Ward.

8.    To educate residents on the functions of government and the responsibility of representatives and department heads

By providing a safe haven where youth, families, and the elderly are able to participate in a comprehensive program of services, enrichment and opportunities for education and growth, the community becomes empowered, and leadership development occurs in the personal, professional and social lives of the residents throughout the community.