Each year, FOCUS applauds the efforts of 20 individuals, organizations and/or initiatives that promote improvements in our community.

Too often, we get caught up in the challenges and issues facing our community. We all need a reminder now and again of the good that surrounds us, in the people and organizations who work tirelessly to make our region better. The 20th Annual What's Right with the Region! awards are a celebration of that. 

Demonstrating Innovative Solutions

City of St. Louis Treasurer's Office College Kids Children's Savings Program

Prosperity Connection

ready + willing

St. Louis Metro Market

Fostering Regional Cooperation

Affton School District

Forest Park Forever and the City of St. Louis Department of Parks, Recreation & Forestry

Normandy Schools Collaborative

Veterans Business Resource Center

Improving Racial Equality & Social Justice

Sophie Bernstein, founder of Go Healthy St. Louis

The Ferguson Collaborative

North Side Community School

Saint Louis University Family Medicine Residency 

Promoting Stronger Communities

Arch Grants

Kids Rock Cancer, a program of Maryville University

Myrtle Hilliard Davis Comprehensive Health Centers

St. Louis Mosaic Project

Emerging Initiatives

Natalie DuBose, owner of Natalie’s Cakes & More

SIUE’s Grow Your Future: A Multi-generational Approach to Breaking the Cycle of Poverty

Seniors Count of Greater St. Louis

We Stories

Nominations were open to all in the community, and submissions were judged by a panel of community volunteers. Thank you to everyone who took the time to submit a nomination - and please join us on May 11 to celebrate these organizations, initiatives and individuals!

Mark your calendars for the 20th Annual What's Right with the Region! Awards, an evening of celebration and networking.

Thursday, May 11, 2017

5:00 p.m. - Reception

6:30-8:00 p.m. - Awards Presentation

Sheldon Concert Hall

3648 Washington Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63108

Tickets now on sale!

What's Right with the Region! is only possible through the generous support of our sponsors and in-kind partners. Help us celebrate the 20th anniversary of WRWR by becoming a sponsor today!

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If you have questions regarding sponsorships, please contact Development Director Jackie Kirouac-Fram, Ph.D. at jackiek@focus-stl.org or 314-657-4029.