Communities first-STL is a 501c3 organization that believes in the power of community to make a diff
03/31/2026
Come out to Hyde Park (the corner of Salisbury and Blair) for Communities First Easter Celebration Saturday April 4th. Noon to 4!
🐰Easter Egg Hunt
🐰Horseback Riding
🐰Face Painting
🐰DJ
🐰Bouncies
🐰Easter Bunny
🐰Easter Basket
🐰Food
03/13/2026
02/18/2026
🎣 Communities First Fish Fry-Days Fundraiser! 🎣
Eat Good. Support Our Youth! All proceeds go to youth programming and community events.
🍽️ Menu:
$20 Catfish / Jack / Buffalo (Choice of 2 sides + 1 dessert)
$15 Fish Sandwich Combo (Fish filet, fries, and fixins)
🥗 Sides: Spaghetti, Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Home Fries
🍰 Desserts: Peach Cobbler, Caramel Cake
🕛 Every Friday, Noon - 6 PM
📍 1428 Salisbury St, STL 63107
🥤 Drinks: Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Strawberry Soda
➕ Extras: $5 each (extra fish or dessert)
📞 To order, call 314-755-2158 / 314-583-5140 or scan the QR code!
📅 EVERY FRIDAY Feb 20 - April 3, 2026
02/13/2026
The Greyhound Fire claimed the life of a community member and friend on 2/11. We will miss F. This is yet another devastating reminder that we need different types of housing and wrap around services to help KEEP chronically Unhoused people in housing.
02/13/2026
Here is another look at the Annual Communities First Great Toy Giveaway! 🎄✨
Smiles filled the 14th Ward as children and families came together with Santa, the Grinch, dedicated volunteers, local law enforcement, and community leaders including Alderman Rasheen Aldridge and State Rep. LaKeySha Bosley to make Christmas brighter for children who might not otherwise receive many gifts.
This is what community looks like. This is what love in action feels like. ❤️🎁
We’re already planning for next year—so stay tuned for ways you can help, give, and be part of something special!
GiveBack
02/10/2026
As we begin our event planning for the new year, let’s recap our 2025 Christmas holiday events! This year our annual 14th Ward Christmas Parade brought magic to our neighborhood! Santa, on his sleigh, the Grinch, Alderman Laura Keys, and the fire department all joined us as we stopped at homes so families could take pictures and share the joy. Thank you to everyone who made this day unforgettable!
Communities First is excited to help bring Thanksgiving meals to 14th Ward community members once again! 🦃
11/25/2025
Come take part in Communities First December of Hope by joining us in all of our upcoming holiday events! 🎄🎄🎄
🎄 December 6 - Festival of Lights Tree Lighting in Hyde Park (Corner of Blair and Salisbury)
4 PM to 6 PM
🎄 December 7 - 14th Ward Annual Christmas Parade 12 PM to 3 PM. Lineup begins at 11 AM 1428 Salisbury Street.
🎄 December 13 - 16th Annual Great Toy Giveaway 12 PM to 5 PM. Herbert Hoover boys and girls club 2901 North Grand Blvd.
🎄December 14 - Christmas Basket Giveaway Noon to 4 PM. 1428 Salisbury Street.
11/20/2025
We would like to thank everyone who came out to Communities First Spooktacular in Hyde Park! You helped to provide our kids with a safe and sp🎃🎃ky holiday. See you next year! 👻
11/18/2025
Come be a part of Communities First December of Hope!
Help us bring Christmas cheer to Hyde Park.
You can get involved by:
Donating pre-lit trees, lighted yard ornaments, or funds for our Festival of Lights Tree Lighting
Donating toys or funds for our Great Toy Giveaway
Donating funds for our Christmas Basket Giveaway
Participating in our Christmas Parade
To donate items:
Call 314-583-5140 or 314-755-2158 to arrange drop-off.
For cash donations:
Cash App, Venmo, and PayPal details are listed on the flyer.
11/18/2025
Come be a part of December of Hope!
Help us bring Christmas cheer to Hyde Park.
You can get involved by:
Donating pre-lit trees, lighted yard ornaments, or funds for our Festival of Lights Tree Lighting
Donating toys or funds for our Great Toy Giveaway
Donating funds for our Christmas Basket Giveaway
Participating in our Christmas Parade
To donate items:
Call 314-583-5140 or 314-755-2158 to arrange drop-off.
For cash donations:
Cash App, Venmo, and PayPal details are listed on the flyer.
Communities First-STL is a 501c3 organization that believes in the power of community to make a difference in the lives of children, youth, and families. The organization was started in 2012 by three women who have dedicated their lives to creating opportunities for those disenfranchised by our existing systems. Their collective belief is that the core strength of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members. For the past eight years, Communities First-STL has provided tutoring, summer programming, mentoring, leadership training, and workforce development activities along with community events.