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SQSHBook is a program led by the St. Louis Queer+ Support Helpline (SQSH)

SQSH is a grassroots, queer-led collective dedicated to facilitating healing spaces and providing holistic support for queer St. Louisans to thrive.

Our Peer Support Helpline is open
Friday through Monday, 1:00-7:00 PM CT

Local: 314-380-7774

Toll-Free: 884-785-7774

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4220 Duncan Ave, Suite 201
St. Louis, MO 63110

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Salvation Army Temple Corps

1.2 Emergency Food

2.5 Rental & Mortgage Assistance

3.2 Utility Assistance (Water, Gas, Electricity, Internet, Phone)

Utility and rental assistance in various locations. Please see website link for more information about programs and locations.

· General

Soup Alley/Trinity Lutheran Church

1.2 Emergency Food

1.3 Meal Providers

3.2 Utility Assistance (Water, Gas, Electricity, Internet, Phone)

Trinity’s “Soup Alley” provides hot meals, groceries, and utility assistance help for our neighborhood in need of temporary assistance. - __Soup Alley__ – From Trinity’s Parish House window, volunteers serve hot food and distribute other essentials to unhoused folks: Monday-Saturday 9:30am-10:30am - __Food Pantry__ – The food pantry is available on Fridays from 9:30 to 10:30 am. Families can receive a bag of groceries every two weeks. Must live in 63104 zip code, bring a picture ID, current utility bill, and proof of income. - __Utility Assistance__ – Community Care is provided to neighbors in the 63104 zip code, call 314-231-4092, option #3, for more information.

· General

St. Patrick Center

1.2 Emergency Food

1.3 Meal Providers

2.1 Emergency & Temporary Shelter

2.2 Drop-in Centers

3.1 Clothing & Furniture

3.2 Utility Assistance (Water, Gas, Electricity, Internet, Phone)

6.4 Urgent Care

6.5 Health Insurance

8.1 Mental & Behavioral Health: Provider Networks

8.2 Mental & Behavioral Health: Provider Organizations & Clinics

9.1 Addictive Behavior & Substance Use

16.1 Legal Resources: General

20.1 Unemployment Assistance

St. Patrick Center: self-sufficiency and dignity to our unhoused neighbors and those at risk of becoming houseless. Build permanent, positive change through safe and affordable housing, mental and physical healthcare, employment, and financial stability

· General

rmularski@stpatrickcenter.org

Cool Down, Heat Up St. Louis

3.2 Utility Assistance (Water, Gas, Electricity, Internet, Phone)

Heat-Up St. Louis, Inc., is a non-profit 501(c)(3) charity that focuses on helping area elderly and disabled people, and low-income families, with their delinquent heating bills in Missouri and Illinois in the St. Louis region. Our mission is to provide utility counsel, referrals, heat (winter) and cooling (summer) grants to restore a primary home heating source during the winter and assist with air-conditioners, and payments on high electric bills in the summer for at-risk households.

· Resource Helpline

· General

clientserv@heatupstlouis.org

Saint Louis Dream Center

1.1 Food Pantries

1.2 Emergency Food

2.2 Drop-in Centers

3.1 Clothing & Furniture

3.2 Utility Assistance (Water, Gas, Electricity, Internet, Phone)

9.1 Addictive Behavior & Substance Use

Food pantry, clothing, laundry, haircuts and showers. Call for information about shuttle pickups on Wednesdays from St. Patrick Center and Horizon Club. Center is open for showers, necessities, coffee, pastries, lunch and haircuts. Showers, coffee and pastries on Sunday. Clothing Boutique. Distributes new and gently used clothing and accessories at no charge.

Website Genesis Men's Home Website Youtube

· Office Phone

· Fax Line

St. Vincent de Paul Soup Kitchen & Food Distribution Center

1.1 Food Pantries

1.2 Emergency Food

2.1 Emergency & Temporary Shelter

3.2 Utility Assistance (Water, Gas, Electricity, Internet, Phone)

14.1 Natural Disasters

26.2 Faith-Based Organizations

Izzy at MTUG recommends 3718 State Street, East St. Louis, IL 62205 There's someone there named Ms. Pat who helps people find work and housing/shelter. This resource is useful because it gives people a place to stay during the day, not just at night. Assistance Programs: - Air Conditioning Assistance: Air conditioning units are provided to Neighbors in Need during the hot summer months. - Bridges Program: The Bridges Program is an assistance program resource for Neighbors to move out of poverty. - Burial and Cremation: The Society of St. Vincent De Paul works with Calvary Cemetery to provide Christian burials for people and families who have no insurance or material means for a burial. - Car Purchase: The Society has created partnerships with various organizations to provide car purchases to help those in need to maintain reliable transportation. - Car Repair: The Society’s vehicle repair program will help pay repair costs for eligible and approved clients. - Disaster Relief: The Society partners with a variety of community partners such as the American Red Cross of Eastern Missouri to help victims access the resources they need in times of declared disasters. - Bed Program: Conferences can give a Neighbor in Need a voucher which may be redeemed for a complete bed. Pillows, sheet sets, and bed frames are included, too. - Prescription Drug Assistance: SVdP partners with Castia Rx to provide prescription drugs at no cost to those in need. - Thrift Stores: Families can find furniture for their home, clothing, bedding, household goods, books, toys and more. Often during home visits, our volunteers discover that a family may not have furniture to sit on, a kitchen table to eat on, or beds to sleep in. In these cases, a voucher is provided to the family, which they can redeem for specific goods in the stores. - Utility Assistance: SVdP of St. Louis responds to the critical need of utility assistance for our Neighbors in Need, helping neighbors meet the basic needs of a healthy, safe place to live. - Housing Assistance: Help can be provided with rent, mortgage payments, and for some, short/long-term housing needs.

Air Comfort Service, Inc.

3.2 Utility Assistance (Water, Gas, Electricity, Internet, Phone)

Queer Affirming

Hassle-free HVAC service is just a phone call away. Air Comfort Service, Inc. is committed to your long term peace of mind. Air Comfort Service, Inc. is an award-winning, full-service HVAC company with a long history of providing quality heating and AC solutions. We offer our residential and commercial customers across Greater St. Louis, MO trusted solutions to all of their indoor comfort needs. Whether you’re struggling with a broken AC or need a heating system check, our team will get the job done safely and at the highest level of quality.

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Lifeline Aid Group

1.2 Emergency Food

2.1 Emergency & Temporary Shelter

3.2 Utility Assistance (Water, Gas, Electricity, Internet, Phone)

8.9 Case Management

Trans, Queer, AAPI, Hispanic, Indigenous and Black led & run 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting those facing housing instability. Food distribution, social work assistance, job search assistance, and warming supplies.

· Syd-contact

lifelineaidgroup@gmail.com

Vivent Health (formerly St. Louis Effort for AIDS)

1.1 Food Pantries

2.5 Rental & Mortgage Assistance

3.2 Utility Assistance (Water, Gas, Electricity, Internet, Phone)

5.12 Dental Care

8.2 Mental & Behavioral Health: Provider Organizations & Clinics

8.9 Case Management

9.1 Addictive Behavior & Substance Use

10.2 HIV & AIDS Care

10.5 STI Testing & Treatment

16.1 Legal Resources: General

16.3 Documentation Transitions (Name & Gender Marker Changes, Birth Certificates, Driver's Licenses, etc.)

21.1 Education & Advocacy: General Resources

Vivent Health offers free, confidential HIV and STI testing and treatment; support and social groups for people infected or affected by HIV/ AIDS; and resources for primary medical care, medications, and other essential services.

STLEFA Website - Locations

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St. Augustine Catholic Church--Father Bob's Outreach

1.2 Emergency Food

3.1 Clothing & Furniture

3.2 Utility Assistance (Water, Gas, Electricity, Internet, Phone)

27.1 Funeral & Cremation Services

27.4 Funeral & Burial – Additional Services

"Our objective is to help low income households get through difficult times." They offer utility and rental assistance every Monday, Wednesday, Friday to the first 30 people in line by 6:00am. Must have ID, utility bill or rental agreement and $25 cash or money order which will be matched with up to $75 toward the bill. They also provide Christmas baskets and funeral assistance Food pantry and clothing: Monday-Friday 9:30am-11:00am. Dinner: Last five working days of the month 4:00pm-5:00pm.

· General

PAKT Community Resource Center

Permanently Closed

1.2 Emergency Food

3.1 Clothing & Furniture

3.2 Utility Assistance (Water, Gas, Electricity, Internet, Phone)

Rent and utility assistance, food pantry, clothing, after-school program and more for North County residents. Call the number above for details and times. Other programs available, including drug abuse prevention and immigrant support. Closed.

· Phone Number

Free Internet Access

Permanently Closed

3.2 Utility Assistance (Water, Gas, Electricity, Internet, Phone)

The Affordable Connectivity Program can reduce Internet bills by $30, and Lifeline can reduce it by between $9.25 to $34.25 a month. Guides on how to apply are both at the link! --- __Update:__ This program was discontinued earlier in 2024.

Nicolas Gogan Foundation - Trans+ Microgrants

3.2 Utility Assistance (Water, Gas, Electricity, Internet, Phone)

19.1 Financial Resources: General

19.2 Financial Assistance & Relief Funds

NGF provides microgrants to trans+ community members to support need for: gender affirming healthcare, housing & living expenses, legal fees, education/professional development

Mother's Way Career Counseling

1.2 Emergency Food

1.3 Meal Providers

3.2 Utility Assistance (Water, Gas, Electricity, Internet, Phone)

3.6 Home Cleaning

4.3 Medical Transportation

4.4 Disability Transportation

6.6 Nurses & At-Home Healthcare

8.9 Case Management

19.1 Financial Resources: General

19.5 Financial Planning

20.2 Job Preparation Resources

20.6 Career Centers

23.1 Disability Resources – General

23.5 Personal Assistance Services

Family support programs Job training and job placement assistance In-home personal care and housekeeping Transportation Meal support Emergency utility assistance

· Phone

· Fax

rrich8153@aol.com

Urban League

3.1 Clothing & Furniture

3.2 Utility Assistance (Water, Gas, Electricity, Internet, Phone)

20.2 Job Preparation Resources

Job search assistance, career counseling, job readiness training, job referrals, more. Clothing at the Clothes Closets for all members of a family. Clothes Closets also features work appropriate clothing and clothing appropriate for those seeking employment opportunities.

· Grandel (For Vandeventer location, use this number plus ext. 684)

· Jennings

Warming Shelters

3.2 Utility Assistance (Water, Gas, Electricity, Internet, Phone)

14.1 Natural Disasters

The websites list warming shelters __in St. Louis City__, __Missouri__, and __Illinois__. Warming Centers agree to open their doors for individuals to seek shelter from excessive cold conditions during the hours listed. They're open mostly during the day. Excessive cold indicators are: wind chill is expected to be -15 degrees or less or the stagnant air temperature is 15 degrees To ensure a site is operating during the time you plan to visit, please call the site ahead of time.

Website Website 2022-2023 Warming Center Site List

Cooling Shelters

3.2 Utility Assistance (Water, Gas, Electricity, Internet, Phone)

14.1 Natural Disasters

The website includes a list of cooling sites in __Missouri__ and __Southwest Illinois__, compiled by United Way. These are open mostly during daytime hours. Cooling Sites offer the general public air-conditioned relief and cool water during the hottest part of the day. Sites are activated if an Excessive Heat Advisory or Warning is issued by the National Weather Service. To ensure a site is operating during the time you plan to visit, please call the site ahead of time.

Website 2023 Cooling Sites List

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

3.2 Utility Assistance (Water, Gas, Electricity, Internet, Phone)

The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) may be able to help you pay your home energy bills through: - Energy Assistance - Energy Crisis Intervention Program (ECIP) You may be eligible for help if you: - Are responsible for paying the utilities for your home (including if you rent) - Are a Missouri resident - Are a United States citizen (or have been legally admitted for permanent residence) - Have $3,000 or less in your bank accounts, retirement accounts, or investments - Meet or are below the income guidelines for your household size

Website (Missouri)

· General

· Community Action Agency of St. Louis County

Spire--DollarHelp Program

3.2 Utility Assistance (Water, Gas, Electricity, Internet, Phone)

The Spire DollarHelp Program is a heating assistance program that can cover natural gas bills for Spire customers. If your household income is 300% of the federal poverty level, you may qualify for DollarHelp funding—up from 200% for Missouri and 150% for Alabama. "If you qualify for DollarHelp, simply call Spire's customer service line and mention you'd like to learn more about DollarHelp. We'll guide you through the process from there."

· Eastern Missouri

· Western Missouri

Energy Care

3.2 Utility Assistance (Water, Gas, Electricity, Internet, Phone)

Year-round, Energy Care provides a variety of home energy-related services for low-income seniors (60+), people living with chronic illnesses and disabilities, and families with children under five.

· General

melanie@energycare.org

Franciscan Connection

3.2 Utility Assistance (Water, Gas, Electricity, Internet, Phone)

Franciscan Connection expresses the compassionate presence of God to the disadvantage of south Saint Louis. We offer financial, spiritual, and emotional assistance to people who live in our service area. We build bridges between the disadvantaged, service providers, our benefactors, and the Franciscan Friars of the Province of the Sacred Heart.

· General

franciscanconnection@gmail.com

True North Management Services

3.2 Utility Assistance (Water, Gas, Electricity, Internet, Phone)

Veteran-owned St. Louis-based cellular network construction firm. Hires veterans and active reservists. Also locations in Kansas and Tennessee. Congruex is a multi-national organization that specializes in broadband network construction and engineering. We support some of the largest service providers in the United States with a footprint that extends across the nation. Our turn-key design and build solutions allow our customers to deliver more data, more bandwidth, and ultimately support more devices for their end users.

3.2 Utility Assistance (Water, Gas, Electricity, Internet, Phone)