Unleashing Potential
In 2018, Vanessa* welcomed the birth of her only child, Henry*. When it was time to return to work, Vanessa dreamed of finding an early childhood education (ECE) center that provided an environment where Henry was well cared for, that focused on quality education, and where Henry would be prepared for kindergarten. She researched and…
As we enter this Thanksgiving season devoted to gratitude, it can be challenging to notice grace amid the many pressures facing our ministries and the communities we serve. On November 11, CHHSM agencies in the UCC’s Missouri Mid-South Conference gathered for Tending to the Cuts: How Changes in Federal Funding Are Affecting Our Collective Ministries. Representatives…
Unleashing Potential (UP) in St. Louis announced in June that it received 1,801 books from Books for STL Kids. The books help support literacy in Unleashing Potential’s after school and early childhood education (ECE) programs. The contribution helps empower more than 600 children (ages 6 weeks–13 years old) from under-resourced communities in St. Louis City…
This short, monthly video conversation highlights various CHHSM ministries and partners, as together we build a more just, equitable, caring, and compassionate world. In this month’s video, Jamar Doyle, president and CEO of CHHSM, interviews Darlene Sowell, president and CEO of Unleashing Potential in St. Louis. #BeAVoiceCHHSM
The Rev. Richard Ellerbrake, long-time health and human services activist and advocate, and his wife, Johann, whose career has included serving as a physical therapist and in youth ministries, have provided a $3,000 Schwab Charitable grant to the UCC Council for Health and Human Service Ministries (CHHSM). Dick Ellerbrake, president emeritus of Deaconess Health System…
Another of Unleashing Potential‘s (based in St. Louis) afterschool programs is helping youth succeed — and words, imagination, and a great mentor equal the winning formula. Maria* knew the basics of her fantasy story: It would be styled after an old folk tale. A princess would become very sick, the king and queen would seek…
One of the newest programs of Unleashing Potential in St. Louis is GeoQuest. The GeoQuest program expands access to education, hands-on learning, and skill training in geospatial technology for children in K-8 grades. As one of the fastest growing fields in information technology, geospatial science jobs are in high demand. In today’s digital world, STEM…
Unleashing Potential (UP), based in St. Louis, is once again holding its UP Summer Enrichment Camps throughout St. Louis City and County. Each camp provides fun and educational activities that challenge children mentally and physically. The Camps are located at various partner sites to ensure parents have affordable and safe options for their children during…
Faith’s* dream is to be a famous artist. She is very talented at drawing, and particularly enjoys painting. Thanks to St. Louis-based Unleashing Potential’s summer enrichment program, Faith might be a step closer to her dream. In the program, held at Church of the Master UCC in Florissant, Mo., the leaders helped Faith to find…
The Community Governance Board (CGB) of the St. Louis Regional Racial Healing + Justice Fund – co-founded by Deaconess Foundation – announced recently that it is investing an historic $800,000 to support 42 Black and Brown-led organizations in the St. Louis region. This year’s grants mark several milestones. In 2023, the CGB received a record…
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Bodevin is Archway Communities New COO - CHHSM
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Archway Communities in Lakewood Colo., has announced its new chief operating officer (COO), Joanna Bodevin. In her new role, Bodevin will focus on strengthening internal operations, improving cross-de...