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Metro Trans Umbrella Group of St. Louis (MTUG)

Trans Affirming
MTUG strives to support all individuals that fall under the “Umbrella term” of Trans which includes, but is not limited to: Transsexuals (FtM, MtF), genderqueer, androgynous, agender, intersex, drag, and questioning. Services offered: - Community Center - Referrals for TGQN friendly resources - Support groups - medical/mental health services, TGQN advocacy Outreach Lockers: Participants get a locker at MTUG HQ’s backyard and a combination lock to store their personal belongings in a safe place. Big enough to store a folded tent. Currently have 6-8 lockers (as of June 22, 2019) but looking for more. Located outdoors but weather-protected. Offers free: Meals, Bus Passes, Name Change Applications Facilitated Peer Support groups Expression Spectrum: for people 18+ who identify as gender non-binary, genderqueer, gender fluid, Agender, androgynous, etc. expressionspectrum@stlmetrotrans.com The FemSpec: for Trans-feminine folk 18+. Anyone who identifies on the feminine end of the gender expression/identity spectrum is welcome. Meets every Wednesday evening. Contact FemSpec for specific information about meeting times and locations. femspec@stlmetrotrans.com The Locker Room: Trans-masculine support group ages 18+. Anyone who identifies on the masculine end of the gender expression/identity spectrum is welcome. locker.room@stlmetrotrans.com. QTPOC STL: for people self-identified as a person of color (POC) and LGBTQIA (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, Intersex, and Asexual). Space to share support, connect and build community. For event details, find QTPOC STL on Facebook or via email. qtpocstl@gmail.com. The Family Room: A discussion and resource group for family and partners of folks who identify as transgender. All who are the partners and family of Trans identified folks who are seeking support are welcome. Supported by MTUG, but self-facilitated. thefamilyroomstl@gmail.com. More info can be found at SQSH's notes from MTUG Facilitators' info session with SQSH trainees on Aug 8, 2020." http://www.stlmetrotrans.com/resources.html ------------------------------------- __Metro Trans Umbrella Group is now offering Name Change Microgrants for the 2023 calendar year!__ These microgrants will cover the required fees for court-ordered name changes for trans and/or nonbinary humans. The application will remain open until 12/31/2023 at 11:59 PM CST — application reviews will be conducted beginning the second Monday of each calendar month, with selections made by the third Monday and recipients notified. You can apply at [bit.ly/mtug-microgrants](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSciqA6VOEZPy5Rm1zKj9BkjIzbfjR9gS2Ti_RMrGQhVFaDy0w/viewform). With TransLifeline empowering MTUG with funding for our first name change clinic in October 2021, we have modeled our microgrant application and program after theirs. Through the generosity of the Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis, MTUG can now launch this program during our first name change clinic since. We will continue to fundraise for this Name Change Microgrant program throughout the year and continuously offer financial support to those in need. To build equity, fight systemic racism, share resources, and empower the individual, Metro Trans Umbrella Group is reserving 75% of microgrants to BIPOC individuals in Greater St. Louis. This will be our standard for MTUG while we connect on a deeper level with the trans and queer BIPOC communities and cultivate a fair and just equity policy for all of us.
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1-314-349-1402
·  General
info@stlmetrotrans.org

Connections to Success and Dress for Success

New Location in East St. Louis. Both organizations provide clothing for job interviews and outfits for starting work before the first paycheck. Also, counseling and job readiness. They work with men and women who have been incarcerated, as well as other job seekers.
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1-314-584-6887
·  General - Grace Hill
1-636-940-8027
·  General - St. Charles

Guardian Angel/Hosea House

Call to make an appointment for their shopping style food pantry. They are open every day but an appointment is needed. Call the above number to schedule times. They additionally have a food pantry.
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1-314-773-9027
·  Phone Number

PAKT Community Resource Center

Rent and utility assistance, food pantry, clothing, after-school program and more for North County residents. Call the number above for details and times. Other programs available, including drug abuse prevention and immigrant support.
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1 314-524-2710
·  Phone Number

Aurora Schmidt (she/her) of BlockSTL

Tailor: Does garment alterations and design, focusing on LGBTQ BBs Aims to fight fast fashion waste and human exploitation
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1 (314) 329-5424
·  Phone Number
block.alterations.stl@gmail.com

Cavalier Furniture Warehouse

Discount furniture store, also has professional massage tables.

Dress for Success

Dress for Success provides clothing for job interviews and outfits for starting work before the first paycheck. Also, counseling and job readiness. They work with men and women who have been incarcerated, as well as other job seekers. The Grace Hill address only has feminine clothes. Call to make an appointment if possible.
Other websiteWebsiteOther websiteKansas City WebsiteOther websiteMidwest Dress for Success
1-(314)-584-6887
·  Grace Hill
1 636-940-8027
·  St. Charles

Friend of Moms Baby Boutique

Chapel of the Cross – Lutheran Provides new and gently-used clothing and other resources to parents in need. Anyone who is in need, pregnant, or raising young children is welcome to call for an appointment.
Other website
1-314-741-3737
·  General

St. Louis Area Resource Directory

This website provides general information, street addresses, phone numbers and websites for dozens of agencies, shelters, employment resources, food pantries and other organizations throughout the St. Louis area. Click on the Menu for Categories to start your search. Or you can enter your Zip Code in the SEARCH BAR on any page. Listings are alphabetical under each category. Hotlines, clothing, household items, for Dads, Disability, Domestic Violence, Drop-in centers, employment, job training, food programs, food pantries, housing, shelters, legal services, immigrant services, mental health, substance use, utilities, veterans, youth services, mental health.
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Daniel Morgan, Tailor

 Permanently Closed
A tailor formerly located in St. Louis.
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1-314-664-6366
·  General

Urban League

Job search assistance, career counseling, job readiness training, job referrals, more. Clothing at the Clothes Closets for all members of a family. Clothes Closets also features work appropriate clothing and clothing appropriate for those seeking employment opportunities.
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1314-615-3600
·  Grandel (For Vandeventer location, use this number plus ext. 684)
1-314-388-9840
·  Jennings

St. Patrick's Center

St. Patrick's Center is a one-stop location downtown that offers more than 25 programs and 13 partner organizations, all in one place. "St. Patrick Center provides opportunities for self-sufficiency and dignity to our unhoused neighbors and those at risk of becoming houseless." Individuals and families build permanent, positive change in their lives through safe and affordable housing, mental and physical healthcare, and employment and financial stability. Provides services for individuals referred by agencies within the Homeless Services Network. Programs include: - Permanent housing and supportive services, - Direct Assistance (food, clothing, utilities, hot lunches, etc.), - Referrals to Shelters, - Rental and Mortgage Payment Assistance, - Legal Services, - Child Care, - Health and Dental Care through Grace Hill, - Mental Health Services including counseling, - Drug and alcohol addiction services, - Tutoring and GED classes, - Vocational referrals, - Employment training, - Financial Counseling, - Small business development, - Supportive Services for Veterans and Families (SSVF), - And more.
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1-314-802-0700
·  General

Urban League

The mission of the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis, Inc. is to empower African Americans and others throughout the region in securing economic self-reliance, social equality and civil rights. Provides services like: - Job search assistance - Career counseling - Job readiness training - Job referrals - Financial literacy training - Scholarships - GED assistance - Clothing for all members of the family including work appropiate clothing Many more programs and locations are listed on their website.
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1-314-615-3600
·  General

St. Augustine Catholic Church--Father Bob's Outreach

"Our objective is to help low income households get through difficult times." They offer utility and rental assistance every Monday, Wednesday, Friday to the first 30 people in line by 6:00am. Must have ID, utility bill or rental agreement and $25 cash or money order which will be matched with up to $75 toward the bill. They also provide Christmas baskets and funeral assistance Food pantry and clothing: Monday-Friday 9:30am-11:00am. Dinner: Last five working days of the month 4:00pm-5:00pm.
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1-314-385-1934
·  General

Karen House

Karen House is now being run by __City Hope STL__. Contact them with questions on finding housing, donations, hours, and getting involved in the hospitality: 314-904-4673. "Our Karen House Facebook page will continue to post Catholic Worker-related topics, and also any requests we get from former guests." The Karen House website will continue to offer a huge volume of resources on anti-racism work, consensus decision making, and Catholic Worker thought and action. Karen House was a Catholic Worker house of hospitality for homeless women and children. Call first to see if there are any openings. Limited space. Served: Women with and without children Services: Provided long-term housing; only took new residents on Mondays; no waiting list.
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FOCUS + Gateway City

Fellowship of Orthodox Christians United to Serve - St. Louis, MO is a ministry of FOCUS America, a 501(c)(3). FOCUS is proud to face the needs of their neighbors by distributing food, clothing, and warm meals through the Apostle's Community Kitchen and St. Xenia's Closet. The Apostle’s Community Kitchen serves warm meals to those in need on Sundays from 4:30-5:30 PM on the 2nd through 21st of each month. On the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, the Kitchen opens its doors as a food pantry serving shelf-stable foods: pasta and sauce; canned vegetables, fruits, beans, meat, fish, and soups; and cereal and other breakfast foods. Fresh and frozen food will be served as it is donated. The Kitchen also provides hygiene items: toothpaste, toothbrushes, soap, shampoo, razors, and feminine products. The pantry is open from 9-11 AM. St. Xenia’s Closet serves clothes, shoes, and towels to those in need on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month from 9-11 AM.
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1-866-267-3083
·  General (ext. 720)
gatewaycity@focusna.org

St. John's Community Service Ministry

With locations in New York, Tennessee, Delaware, Virginia, and Washington, DC, SJCS supports individuals living with intellectual and developmental disabilities as well as those experiencing hunger and homelessness in those locations. They also offer art and music therapy and employment services.
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1-800-869-3393
·  General - Washington, DC

St. Augustine's Wellston Center

The St. Augustine Wellston Center is a Catholic, independent, community-based nonprofit promoting the greater well-being of low-income people in the Wellston area. They strive to support the community by providing nutritious food, affordable staples, social service support, and health needs in a supportive environment.
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1-314-382-7158
·  General
info@wellstoncenter.org

Offers and Needs Board

Board where people can post offers and/or needs for free, pay, or trade. Julia Ho at STL Mutual Aid referred me to this earlier in the pandemic. It does not look like it's being used very actively, but does not seem to be inactive, either?
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Habitat For Humanity- ReStores

Reuse stores operated by local Habitat for Humanity organizations that accept donations and sell home improvement items to the public at a fraction of the retail price. They sell building materials, appliances and furniture. More locations throughout the state.
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1-314-531-4155
·  South Grand
1-314-678-4596
·  Des Peres

Focus Gateway City

FOCUS Gateway City is on the near south side of downtown St. Louis. They distribute food, clothing, and warm meals on Sundays and Wednesdays throughout the month. "We seek to provide Orthodox Christians with opportunities to shine forth the love of Christ through volunteering at the Center, in McKinley Heights and in surrounding neighborhoods. Our goal is to be a community where any person in need can find rest for their souls and resources to help meet their needs."
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1-314 776-4205
·  General
gatewaycity@focusna.org

Wayman African Methodist Episcopal Church

A church offering clothing and other resources upon request - call for more information. Every 4th Saturday from 8-10am, there is a free hot breakfast served in the Fellowship Hall.
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1-314-361-4123
·  General
waymanamechurch@gmail.com

Mid MO Samaritan Center

The Mid MO Samaritan Center provides many services to the following Missouri counties: Cole, Osage, Maries, Miller, Moniteau, and Southern Callaway. Services include clothing, legal assistance, housing assistance, a medical clinic, and a food pantry. Call or visit their website for more information.
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1-573-634-7776
·  General

Criminal Justice Ministry (CJM)

Works with prison inmates and their families to provide various services. Ask your parole officer to send a referral to CJM Direct Services Criminal Justice Ministry for short-term assistance, including welcome backpacks, bus passes, clothing vouchers, etc. Free anger management classes for anyone that might need them for probation or parole. Call the main number for dates and times. Release to Rent for Veterans: Limited openings in scattered supportive housing for qualified veterans who are homeless and have a criminal record. Release to Rent: Up to a year of supportive housing for men completing long-term sentences who can work full time and are without community support. IMPORTANT: The best chance of being accepted to the rental programs is to contact them by letter at least six months before your release date, or through a referral from your parole officer. Next Steps Home-Ex Offender Re-entry Housing Program mostly for men and women who are working.
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1-314-652-8062
·  General
info@cjmstlouis.org

Craigslist

Website only. Look for St. Louis, and see the many jobs that are listed there. They also list housing, items for sale, and other services. Free Furniture and More: https://stlouis.craigslist.org/search/zip?s=100 CRAIGSLIST Many landlords list vacancies on Craigslist. CRAIGSLIST and ZUMPER when looking for apartments and houses for rent. Zumper is a free map-based search for home apartment rentals, with real-time updates. Also available on iOS & Android. HOUSING LIST CLICK HERE for an updated list of buildings that provide housing for seniors and disabled.
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Saint Louis Dream Center

Food pantry, clothing, laundry, haircuts and showers. Call for information about shuttle pickups on Wednesdays from St. Patrick Center and Horizon Club. Center is open for showers, necessities, coffee, pastries, lunch and haircuts. Showers, coffee and pastries on Sunday. Clothing Boutique. Distributes new and gently used clothing and accessories at no charge.
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1-314-381-0700
·  Office Phone
1-314-381-0400
·  Fax Line

Community Women Against Hardship

Transitional housing location and many other family based programs. Many anti-poverty family and youth based programs. Clients accepted by referral. Caseworkers and other referring agents can complete and submit a form for their client(s) by visiting http://www.cwah.org/parent_opportunity_program
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1-314-289-7523
·  General
communitywomenstl@yahoo.com

Lifewise STL (Formerly Kingdom House)

Wrap-around Maternal Mental Health Program for new or pregnant Latina mothers at high risk of depression or anxiety, & increased risk for infant mortality. Financial Stability Services provide one-on-one coaching, financial education and access to credit and wealth-building products. Includes an on-site St. Louis Community Credit Union micro-branch Many programs and classes offered in English and Spanish, including Financial Stability, Maternal Mental Health, Social Capital Building, Health & Wellness. Services: Early Childhood Center, Literacy-focused After School and Summer Camp programs, and Kingdom Academy for teens. Life skills, job readiness, emotional support. ​Call for details and eligibility, including geographic areas served. The Bodega offers discounted high-quality essentials and clothing. Open to the community on Thursdays from 10am - 2pm and 4 - 7pm. Cash only. Many programs and classes offered in English and Spanish, inclu
Facebook
Other websiteGeneral Website
1-314-421-0400
·  General
1-314-241-2366
·  Fax Number
info@lifewisestl.org

New Journey Baptist Church

We are a faith based organization that serves the community, regardless of someone's identity (with special consideration for women in or in transtion from abusive relationships). Our food pantry (down the street, past the parking lot) has no zipcode restrictions and is open Wednesdays, 1:00PM to 3:00PM.
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1-314-832-2142
·  General
newjourney314@gmail.com

Oasis International

English classes, clothing, furniture, social events, and more for primarily refugee families.
Facebook
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oasis@oasis4refugees.org

CENTRAL REFORM CONGREGATION (CRC)

"Clothing for adult women and children. Sometimes men. “A Jewish presence in the city of St. Louis”"
Other websiteWebsite
1 314-361-3919
·  for more information or if looking for specific clothing
1 314-361-1564
·  Office

H.E.R.O.E.S. Care

Assistance more for veterans, active military, and families. - Food - Clothing - Financial
Other websitemain
1-636-600-0096
·  General

ISAIAH 58 MINISTRIES

"Provides help with clothing and is also a food pantry. Serves area between Chouteau and Chippewa, and between Jefferson and Kingshighway. Clothing and food pantry. Serves area between Chouteau and Chippewa, between Jefferson and Kingshighway. Computers, clothing, and other services available " www.i58ministries.org " 314-776-1410 " 2149 South Grand 63104 "Pantry is open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 10:00am-1:00pm. Isaiah 58 Ministries will continue to be open Monday – Friday, 10am – 1pm for pre-packaged bags of food. Excess produce and other food with be available every Monday, Thursday, and Friday from 11am – 1pm on tables located under the canopy."

Shelter Shop

VIOLENCE PREVENTION CENTER, SOUTHWESTERN ILLINOIS A resale shop that sells donated, pre-owned clothing, furniture, and household items in good condition. Emergency vouchers for clothing and/or other items are given to shop for items free of charge.
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1-800-924-0096
·  General
1-618-235-0892
·  24 Hour Crisis Hotline

RESALE SHOP

"National Council of Jewish Women Vouchers available through referrals for men and women's clothing. Back to school clothing and supplies, emergency clothing in 23 local schools. Call for information regarding clothing vouchers and Healing Hearts Bank microlending program for women."
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1 314-692-8141
·  Phone Number

Helping Hand Me Downs

Referral from a nurse, social worker or case worker required. Provides gently-used clothing, toys, books and two large baby items (swing, stroller, etc.).
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1 (314) 919-6999
·  General

SQSHBook is a program led by the St. Louis Queer+ Support Helpline (SQSH)

SQSH is a grassroots, queer-led collective dedicated to facilitating healing spaces and providing holistic support for queer St. Louisans to thrive.
Our Peer Support Helpline is open
Friday through Monday, 1:00-7:00 PM CT
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314-380-7774
Toll-Free:
884-785-7774
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St. Louis, MO 63110
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