3. Regional Community
Development System
Weaknesses
Federal dollars are shrinking
No local large foundation focused on
community development
No national community development
funders or intermediaries
4. Regional Community
Development System
Strengths
Pride in place
Charitable
“I wish”
6. More Than a Fund
The mission of inveSTL is to engage
residents and stakeholders in the St. Louis
region for the support of great
neighborhoods.
Ingredients:
Engagement
Funding
Near Term and Long Term Focus
11. Getting invested
inveSTL for all
Attend events and learn about STL communities
Donate
Join a committee
Learn about and vote on grant applicants