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Governor Kehoe Signs Land Bank Legislation
St. Louis County one step closer to establishing land bank On July 13, Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe signed…
WTC to host Trade Mission to Kenya, Rwanda
Trade mission set for Nov. 6-15 World Trade Center St. Louis, the international division of St. Louis Economic…
St. Louis County Port Authority Accepting Applications to Support Nonprofit Development Projects
Community Investment Fund grants to help fund nonprofits with community, economic development projects throughout St. Louis County …
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The World Trade Center St. Louis is hosting a trade mission to Kenya and Rwanda from November 6-15, 2026.
Participants will engage with African business, government, and civic leaders, receive market briefings, and enjoy cultural experiences.
https://stlpartnership.com/africa-trade-mission-2026/
Only one more day to apply for the Civic Collaboration Fellows program. This is a perfect opportunity for St. Louis leaders who have a passion for civic collaboration, economic mobility, and collective action.
Apply now!
Are you a non-profit located in or serving STL County? Do you need funding for an economic or community development project?
Apply for the St. Louis County Port Authority Community Investment Fund grant today!
Learn more:
Last week, St. Louis leaders gathered for the "A Seat at the Cross-Sector Table" panel at Delmar DivINe.
Panelists discussed everything from assumptions about cross-sector relationships to signs of collaboration-ready organizations.
Curious about the St. Louis County Port Authority Community Investment Fund Grant?
Join a virtual information session today at 2pm or tomorrow at 10am! They'll walk through the grant opportunity and answer your burning questions.
Apply now for the St. Louis County Port Authority Community Investment Fund Grant! To be eligible, you must be a non-profit located in or primarily serving St. Louis County.
Applications are open June 22nd through August 11th. Visit https://stlpartnership.com/port-authority/cifa/
Colleen Mulvihill and Kevin Wilson discuss STL Encore Connect, a vibrant community for older business owners embracing the "un-retirement trend."
This initiative empowers those over 50 to start their own ventures. The inaugural meeting is on June 23.
Tomorrow! You are invited to a free webinar with STL Mosaic Project, perfect for entrepreneurs and small business owners. Don't miss out on the resources and funding options that will be shared. https://www.stlmosaicproject.org/event-details/navigating-resources-for-entrepreneurship
Congratulations to Howl Bean, our General Counsel at STL Partnership, for being named the 2026 General Counsel of the Year by the St. Louis Business Journal! This recognition reflects his invaluable contributions and leadership within STL Partnership.
https://ow.ly/txhB50Zb6KM
The Saint Louis County Pet Adoption Center is facing an urgent overcrowding crisis. From now until June 7, adoption fees for all dogs & cats are waived! Every adoption saves a life and gives a pet a second chance. https://24petconnect.com/StLouisCountyAdoptablePets
Ready to grow your business? Join STL Mosaic Project for a free webinar tailored for entrepreneurs & small-business owners. In partnership with SBDC & STL Partnership Finance experts, they’ll share resources & funding options for your business. https://ow.ly/xzAa50Z7gpi
Happy Pride month, STL! We'd like to take this month to uplift and honor those in the LGBTQ+ community. Their contributions to both our history and economy cannot be overstated. Check out our recent web story for a highlighted list of Pride events happening this month in STL.
The World Trade Center St. Louis is hosting a trade mission to Kenya and Rwanda from November 6-15, 2026.
Participants will engage with African business, government, and civic leaders, receive market briefings, and enjoy cultural experiences.
https://stlpartnership.com/africa-trade-mission-2026/
Only one more day to apply for the Civic Collaboration Fellows program. This is a perfect opportunity for St. Louis leaders who have a passion for civic collaboration, economic mobility, and collective action.
Apply now!
Are you a non-profit located in or serving STL County? Do you need funding for an economic or community development project?
Apply for the St. Louis County Port Authority Community Investment Fund grant today!
Learn more:
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Last week, St. Louis leaders gathered for the "A Seat at the Cross-Sector Table" panel at Delmar DivINe.
Panelists discussed everything from assumptions about cross-sector relationships to signs of collaboration-ready organizations.
St. Louis Leaders Discuss Authentic and High-Impact Partnerships | STLP
Lunch and panel discussion with cross-sector executives On June 24, St. Louis leaders gathered at Delmar DivINe for ...
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Curious about the St. Louis County Port Authority Community Investment Fund Grant?
Join a virtual information session today at 2pm or tomorrow at 10am! They'll walk through the grant opportunity and answer your burning questions.
2026 Community Investment Fund Application | St. Louis Economic Development Partnership
The St. Louis County Port Authority’s Community Investment Fund supports economic and community development projects t...
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Apply now for the St. Louis County Port Authority Community Investment Fund Grant! To be eligible, you must be a non-profit located in or primarily serving St. Louis County.
Applications are open June 22nd through August 11th. Visit https://stlpartnership.com/port-authority/cifa/
Colleen Mulvihill and Kevin Wilson discuss STL Encore Connect, a vibrant community for older business owners embracing the "un-retirement trend."
This initiative empowers those over 50 to start their own ventures. The inaugural meeting is on June 23.
Americans aged 55-64 are one of the fastest growing groups of entrepreneurs
Colleen Mulvihill, SBDC Business Counselor and Small Business Development Manager at the St. Louis Economic Development ...
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Tomorrow! You are invited to a free webinar with STL Mosaic Project, perfect for entrepreneurs and small business owners. Don't miss out on the resources and funding options that will be shared. https://www.stlmosaicproject.org/event-details/navigating-resources-for-entrepreneurship
Congratulations to Howl Bean, our General Counsel at STL Partnership, for being named the 2026 General Counsel of the Year by the St. Louis Business Journal! This recognition reflects his invaluable contributions and leadership within STL Partnership.
https://ow.ly/txhB50Zb6KM
The Saint Louis County Pet Adoption Center is facing an urgent overcrowding crisis. From now until June 7, adoption fees for all dogs & cats are waived! Every adoption saves a life and gives a pet a second chance. https://24petconnect.com/StLouisCountyAdoptablePets
Ready to grow your business? Join STL Mosaic Project for a free webinar tailored for entrepreneurs & small-business owners. In partnership with SBDC & STL Partnership Finance experts, they’ll share resources & funding options for your business. https://ow.ly/xzAa50Z7gpi
Happy Pride month, STL! We'd like to take this month to uplift and honor those in the LGBTQ+ community. Their contributions to both our history and economy cannot be overstated. Check out our recent web story for a highlighted list of Pride events happening this month in STL.