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Our Mission... To create a thriving, cooperative region by engaging citizens to participate in active leadership roles and to influence positive community change. We carry out our mission through three major roles: Developing Leadership, Influencing Policy, and Promoting Community Connections.
FOCUS St. Louis Congratulates...
— The Honorees of the 11th Annual What's Right With The Region! Awards Celebration
More than 500 guests crowded the Sheldon Concert Hall May 7 to applaud the 20 honorees of the 11th annual "What's Right With The Region!" awards celebration.
As a highlight of the evening, community collaboration champion Dr. Bob Archibald received the prestigious Leadership Award.
This year's honorees are:
Creating Quality Educational Opportunities
Dr. Linda Henke
KidSmart – Tools for Learning
Miriam School
North St. Louis YouthBuild
Demonstrating Innovative Solutions
Judy Pearlstone, Project Backpack
Committed Caring Faith Communities (CCFC)
Construction Careers Center
Delta Dental of Missouri's "Teeth on the Go" Program
Fostering Regional Cooperation
Alliance on Mental Illness-NAMI St. Louis
Great Rivers Greenway District and Metro-East Park and Recreation District
Metropolitan Zoological Park and Museum District
Mid-Metro 4
Improving Racial Equality and Social Justice
College Summit – St. Louis
Community Health-In-Partnership Services
Health and Dental Care for Kids
Independence Center
Promoting Stronger Communities
Covenant House Missouri
En Team Organization – Operation Cooperation
Bob Hansman and Jovan Hansman
PHL, Inc.
Please visit the "What's Right With The Region!" mini-site for event details, a complete listing of sponsors and honorees from this year's and past year's events. There is also access to event photos and a downloadable version of Bob Archibald's moving acceptance speech. What an inspirational evening! We hope that you can all join us for the 12th annual event in May 2009.
Special thanks to long-time event sponsors Edward Jones and Anheuser-Busch, who have been supporting this event since its inception. We would also like to thank lead sponsors The Laclede Group, Monsanto Company, and World Wide Technology. Read More »
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