ARCHS In Action with Brandi Smith
Our ARCHS in Action video series celebrates the work of our staff that provides strategic business consulting services and technical support to assist our network of 50 funded partners. Our newest video features ARCHS’ Vice President of Human Resources and Administrative Services, Brandi Smith. Learn about the agencies they support and their personal missions and […]
ARCHS In Action with Sheryl Mitchell
Our ARCHS in Action video series celebrates the work of our staff that provides strategic business consulting services and technical support to assist our network of 50 funded partners. Our newest video features ARCHS’ Chief Financial Officer Sheryl Mitchell. Learn about the agencies they support and their personal missions and commitment to community service.
Funded Partner Spotlight: Youth and Family Center
Diamond Gutherie’s story with ARCHS’ funded Youth and Family Center program (YFC). One of YFC’s first-grade afterschool scholars, Diamond Gutherie, began the program reading at a kindergarten level. Since the program’s start, Diamond has shown remarkable progress, improving his ability to recite beginning sight words. He practices blending sounds to form words. YFC staff have […]
Funded Partner Spotlight: Housing Options Provided for the Eldely (HOPE)
Mr. B’s story with ARCHS’ funded program Housing Options Provided for the Elderly (HOPE) is truly heartwarming and demonstrates resilience and the importance of community. Mr. B left his subsided housing due to a sudden illness. Mr. B feared at age 63, he would burden his children living with them. His desire to return to […]
ARCHS In Action with Eric Monroe
Our ARCHS in Action video series celebrates the work of our staff that provides strategic business consulting services and technical support to assist our network of 50 funded partners. Our newest video features ARCHS’ Director Eric Monroe. Learn about the agencies they support and their personal missions and commitment to community service.
ARCHS FY2024 Audit
Independent auditors have given ARCHS an “unmodified” or “clean” audit for the 23rd consecutive fiscal year. ARCHS’ FY 2024 (July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024) financial audit was reviewed and approved by ARCHS’ Board of Directors at the December 11, 2024, meeting. Issuance of “unmodified” means an auditor, upon review of an organization’s financial […]
20th Anniversary Missouri Reentry Conference
In November, the Missouri Reentry Conference marked its 20th anniversary, celebrating two decades of impactful work. The Conference continues to serve as a vital networking and resource-sharing event for professionals dedicated to supporting justice-involved individuals. It has become a cornerstone of collaboration and innovation in the field. Watch the video for a fun recap of the last […]
ARCHS Board Retirement
In September, William H. Hobson retired from the ARHS’ Board of Directors. He joined the Board in 2006 and served as a member of the Executive Committee. At the September meeting, board members expressed their appreciation and gratitude for his unwavering commitment to ARCHS and the community.
ARCHS NHN Care Package Partnership
In October, ARCHS benefited from a donation to support its Neighborhood Healing Network (NHN) initiative. OCL Architectural Lighting generously provided items to assist individuals affected by domestic violence. OCL assembled 200 personal care packages that contained items such as combs, soaps, deodorant, toothbrushes, toothpaste, body wash, shampoo, lotion, and hand sanitizer. Additionally, handwritten notes from […]
Funded Partner Spotlight: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri
Kiari, an inspiring alumnus of ARCHS’ funded ABCToday Fatherhood Prevention program through Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri, has demonstrated exceptional personal growth and leadership since being matched with his Big Brother, Randy, in 2017. Randy took great pleasure in introducing Kiari to a variety of new and diverse experiences, helping to expand his horizons […]