ARCHS Announces Retirement of CEO Wendell E. Kimbrough

Wendell E. Kimbrough, who has grown Area Resources for Community and Human Services (ARCHS) six-fold, has announced his retirement effective September 30, 2025. Kimbrough joined the organization in 2005. During his 20-year tenure, he partnered with ARCHS’ board of directors and led his staff to create a grant model that supports funded agencies with business […]
ARCHS Garners Third Quality Award

On February 28, ARCHS was once again honored for its quality improvement efforts by the Tennessee Center for Performance Excellence (TNCPE) and was presented an Achievement Award. ARCHS uses the Baldrige Excellence Framework™ to inform its ongoing quality improvement efforts. Baldrige is a noted holistic framework used by organizations across multiple industries to improve their […]
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 […]
Call for Applications: Summer 2025 Youth Development Programs

Annually, and as resources are available, ARCHS provides state of Missouri funding to support summer programs and camps for school age youth (5-16 years old). For those interested in applying for summer funds for FY 2025, please note that the funding period is from May 1 – July 30, 2025. Before submitting your proposal please […]
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.
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, from community nonprofits to emerging enterprises navigating regulated markets like online gambling New Jersey has. Our newest video features ARCHS’ Director Eric Monroe sharing his hands-on […]
FY25 Spring/Summer 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 afterschool funded partners to enhance their afterschool and/or summer programs. Proposals submitted for standalone community-based programs will not be considered at this time. Proposals selected for funding will […]
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.