Saint Louis Mental Health Board

⏰ ONE WEEK LEFT TO APPLY! ⏰

Want to host a FREE event for teens in St. Louis County this July? 🎉🏀🎨🎧🍿

The deadline to apply for Youth Event Funding is:

📅 **June 7, 2026 for events in July***

The St. Louis Area Violence Prevention Commission (VPC), in partnership with the - St. Louis County Children’s Service Fund, is offering funding to support safe, fun, and engaging events for youth ages 12–19, with priority given to older teens ages 14+.

💰 Funding Available:
🔹 Up to $2,500 for first-time applicants
🔹 Up to $5,000 for returning grantees, based upon past performance and grant management

🎯 Eligible Event Ideas:
🎵 DJ & Social Events
🛼 Skate Parties
🎨 Arts & Creative Workshops
🏀 Sports Tournaments
🌿 Beautification Projects
🎬 Outdoor Movie Nights
💪 Health & Wellness Activities

✅ Events must be:
✔️ FREE to participants
✔️ Located in St. Louis County
✔️ Designed to engage youth in a safe and positive environment

🔗 Apply Now:
tinyurl.com/stlareavpc-youthevents

💡 Need help planning your event?
We’re happy to brainstorm ideas and strengthen your application. Email [email protected]

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Supporting someone living with a serious mental illness starts with understanding. Learning about mental health conditions can help you respond with empathy and confidence. Learn more: https://www.samhsa.gov/mental-health/what-is-mental-health/facts

Healing from mental health and substance use issues is not just the absence of symptoms. It is a stable home, meaningful connection, and the tools to move forward. That is the promise of whole-person care. https://www.samhsa.gov/find-support

Someone you love may face both a mental condition and a substance use challenge. They deserve steady support, starting with you. When more is needed, help is available 24/7. Call or text 988 anywhere in the U.S. Learn more: 988lifeline.org

Being there for someone through a difficult moment can include helping them connect to support. 988 is available 24/7. Call or text anytime, anywhere in the U.S. You don’t have to figure this out alone. Learn more: 988lifeline.org