Welcome to our digital newsletter! Your source for updates on health equity initiatives, community partnerships, and IHN programs, it’s your go-to source for collaboration, innovation, and impact in the St. Louis region & beyond. Let’s build healthier communities together. EMPOWERED THRIVING COMMUNITIES COLLABORATIVE MAKES FRONT PAGE NEWS! We are proud to share that the Empowered Thriving…
Read MoreContinuing the Work: December Meal Distribution Schedule and Locations
Our weekly community meal distributions continue through the end of December, with food truck partners serving hot, nutritious meals at health centers across the region. 🍽️💙 Upcoming Meal Distribution DatesTuesdays, Dec. 16, Dec. 23, and Dec. 3011:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.110 meals available at each site Dec. 16 Locations:• Family Care Health Center, 401 Holly Hills Ave.•…
Read MoreIHN and Community Partners Launch Weekly Meal Distribution Series to Support Families Through The Holidays
The St. Louis Integrated Health Network (IHN), in partnership with United Way of Greater St. Louis, Soulcial Kitchen, Empowered Thriving Communities (ETC), and the region’s Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), is launching a weekly series of community meal distributions to support families experiencing ongoing food access challenges through the holiday season. Beginning Thursday, December 11,…
Read MoreCommunity Pulse: November 2025 Newsletter
Welcome to our digital newsletter! Your source for updates on health equity initiatives, community partnerships, and IHN programs, it’s your go-to source for collaboration, innovation, and impact in the St. Louis region & beyond. Let’s build healthier communities together. CITY OF ST. LOUIS LAUNCHES 2025 CITY FOOD INSECURITY FUND TO SUPPORT RESIDENTS FACING HUNGER Mayor…
Read MoreCommunity Pulse: October 2025 Newsletter
Welcome to our digital newsletter! Your source for updates on health equity initiatives, community partnerships, and IHN programs, it’s your go-to source for collaboration, innovation, and impact in the St. Louis region & beyond. Let’s build healthier communities together. As the federal government shut down continues, states will not receive funds for Missourians’ November SNAP…
Read MoreCommunity Pulse: September 2025 Newsletter
Welcome to our digital newsletter! Your source for updates on health equity initiatives, community partnerships, and IHN programs, it’s your go-to source for collaboration, innovation, and impact in the St. Louis region & beyond. Let’s build healthier communities together. A NIGHT UNDER THE LIGHTS: ANDWELE JOLLY HONORED AS AN “EXCEPTIONAL NEIGHBOR” BY ST. LOUIS CITY…
Read MoreCommunity Pulse: August 2025 Newsletter
Welcome to our digital newsletter! Your source for updates on health equity initiatives, community partnerships, and IHN programs, it’s your go-to source for collaboration, innovation, and impact in the St. Louis region & beyond. Let’s build healthier communities together. NATIONAL COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKER (CHW) AWARENESS WEEK This summer brought big news for Community Health Workers…
Read MoreCelebrating the Heart and Power of Community Health Workers – Unity Conference Debrief
by Atara Estes, ICHW-CSenior Community Health Worker (CHW) Strategist The Unity Conference was nothing short of extraordinary—a living testament to the vision, passion, and relentless dedication that Community Health Workers bring to our communities and to the mission of NACHW. CHWs are the bridge, the voice, and the heartbeat of the communities we serve. We…
Read MoreNational Farmers Market Week
In honor of National Farmers Market Week, we want to celebrate our local farmers and growers within the Empowered Thriving Communities Collaborative. Check out the collaborative members below! Find out if your favorite fruit or veggie is in season – it’s likely they have them! https://bit.ly/4kMslHc 🍎🌽🍉🥒 Ancient Healing Root – www.ancienthealingroot.com A Red Circle…
Read MoreNational Health Center Week 2025 (Aug 3-9)
This year’s theme—“America’s Health Centers: Celebrating Past, Present & Future — 60 Years of Improving Our Nation’s Health”—honors six decades of hope, progress, and community-centered care. (nachc.org) Health Centers serve 1 in 10 Americans—about 32.5 million people— delivering high‑quality primary and preventive care in underserved areas, often on a sliding fee scale. Here in St….
Read MoreSt. Louis Area Back-to-School Events 2025
🎒 Back to School 2025: Events, Resources & Ways to Get Ready! At IHN, we know getting ready for a new school year isn’t just about supplies—it’s about making sure children feel supported from day one. Families, schools, organizations, and neighbors all have a role to play in helping students start the year with confidence….
Read More