ARCHS Garners 24th Consecutive Stellar Financial Audit
Independent auditors have given ARCHS an “unmodified” or “clean” audit for the 24th consecutive fiscal year. ARCHS’ FY 2025 (July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025) financial audit was reviewed and approved by ARCHS’ Board of Directors at the December 10, 2025, meeting. Issuance of “unmodified” means an auditor, upon review of an organization’s financial […]
New St. Louis Business Journal Ranking
ARCHS once again ranked in the top #10 charitable foundations per a St. Louis Business Journal November report. ARCHS placed #9 this year (using 2024 data) with more than $26.3 million in grants issued. The independent ranking is based on 990 reports and public information.
FY26 Spring Youth Enrichment Request for Proposals
ARCHS is seeking funding proposals from service providers to deliver enrichment programming to youth in grades K-12. Enrichment programming will be delivered in partnership with existing ARCHS funded partners to enhance their afterschool programs during the spring. Note: Proposals submitted for standalone community-based afterschool programs will not be considered at this time. This opportunity will only […]
2025 Missouri Reentry Conference Recap
On November 5-7, ARCHS hosted the 21st annual Missouri Reentry Conference in partnership with the Missouri Departments of Corrections and Social Services and the Family and Community Trust. This year, 440 participants from throughout Missouri – and as far away as Florida, Ohio and Oklahoma – gathered to share best practices in transforming the lives of justice-involved individuals. A […]
ARCHS President & CEO Honored
ARCHS’ President and CEO Les Johnson, Jr., is one of this year’s Delux Power 100 honorees, celebrating those from St. Louis and those who proudly call it home. Les and each of those being honored on December 13 represent the heart of Black excellence, leadership, and legacy in St. Louis and beyond. This recognition salutes the visionaries […]
ARCHS In Action with Tyler Flowers
Our ARCHS in Action video series celebrates the work of our staff, who provide strategic business consulting services and technical support to assist our network of 50 funded partners. Our newest video features ARCHS’ Director Grant Initiatives, Tyler Flowers. Learn about the agencies they support and their personal missions and commitment to community service.
The Legacy of Caring Communities
On September 6, Caring Communities (CC) held its 36th Anniversary Reunion. More than 150 guests – including many original CC staff members – gathered to reminisce and acknowledge the vital role CC played in the St. Louis human services landscape. The genesis of ARCHS, CC is considered a national pioneer in the field of community […]
Wendell E. Kimbrough Honored
On September 19, ARCHS’ Board, Staff, and Community Partners gathered to acknowledge the many accomplishments of ARCHS’ retiring Chief Executive Officer, Wendell E. Kimbrough. During the ceremony, Wendell’s 20-year legacy was celebrated – including a six-fold increase in annual grant making (from $5 million in 2005 to $36 million in 2025) and more than 4 […]
St. Louis Arc Honors ARCHS with BRAVO Award
In August, members of the St. Louis Arc leadership team made a fun surprise visit to ARCHS to say “Bravo” and thanks for providing grant funding and strategic support services to St. Louis Arc’s Capable Kids and Families program – offering vital therapeutic equipment and comprehensive family support services to young children experiencing delays in […]
Les Johnson Elected New ARCHS President and CEO
ARCHS Board of Directors is proud to announce that Leslie A. Johnson, Jr. has been elected to serve as the new President and Chief Executive Officer of ARCHS, effective October 1, 2025. “After a five-month selection process, over 400 national and local applicants, and three outstanding finalists, Les emerged as the clear choice to lead […]