Local Resources

"Start Here STL" is a free, publicly available regional resource directory for the St. Louis region, designed to help individuals and families access essential services like housing, food, utility assistance, mental health support, and more.

• Purpose: An organized searchable database of local organizations including shelters food banks counseling centers legal aid and youth services sorted by categories such as housing utilities mental health and employment.
• Produced by: The directory is published and distributed by Criminal Justice Ministry (CJM) in partnership with Heartland Zen, offering both a digital version and a printable booklet.
• Key uses:
  • Find contact info and locations for dozens of local agencies
  • Search by service type or ZIP code to narrow results
  • Download or print a PDF of the directory for offline use

"Start Here STL" is a free, publicly available regional resource directory for the St. Louis region, designed to help individuals and families access essential services like housing, food, utility assistance, mental health support, and more.

• Purpose: An organized searchable database of local organizations including shelters food banks counseling centers legal aid and youth services sorted by categories such as housing utilities mental health and employment.
• Produced by: The directory is published and distributed by Criminal Justice Ministry (CJM) in partnership with Heartland Zen, offering both a digital version and a printable booklet.
• Key uses:
  • Find contact info and locations for dozens of local agencies
  • Search by service type or ZIP code to narrow results
  • Download or print a PDF of the directory for offline use

The Community Council offers a free, publicly accessible, searchable resource directory designed to help individuals and families find essential services across the region from food and housing support to mental health care, legal aid, and youth services.

• Purpose: A searchable resource directory designed to connect individuals and families with essential services across the Tri-County area, including St. Charles, Lincoln, and Warren Counties. Listings include support for housing, food, mental health, legal aid, youth services, and more.
• Produced by: The directory is maintained by Community Council, a regional membership organization that brings together nonprofits, government, businesses, and other sectors to strengthen human services and build a more compassionate community.
• Key uses:
  • Find contact info and locations for dozens of local agencies
  • Search by service type or ZIP code to narrow results

The Community Council offers a free, publicly accessible, searchable resource directory designed to help individuals and families find essential services across the region from food and housing support to mental health care, legal aid, and youth services.

• Purpose: A searchable resource directory designed to connect individuals and families with essential services across the Tri-County area, including St. Charles, Lincoln, and Warren Counties. Listings include support for housing, food, mental health, legal aid, youth services, and more.
• Produced by: The directory is maintained by Community Council, a regional membership organization that brings together nonprofits, government, businesses, and other sectors to strengthen human services and build a more compassionate community.
• Key uses:
  • Find contact info and locations for dozens of local agencies
  • Search by service type or ZIP code to narrow results

Foundations for Franklin County is a community based, not for profit organization dedicated to creating a safe, healthy, and drug-free Franklin County. Their website features a searchable database of Franklin County providers, with contact information and website links where applicable.

• Purpose: A community resource hub created to help Franklin County residents find services and support in one central place. Categories include housing, mental health, education, healthcare, substance use, transportation, and other essential needs.
• Produced by: Foundations for Franklin County curates and maintains this directory to connect residents with local organizations and services that support well-being and stability throughout the county.\
• Key uses:
  • Find contact info and locations for dozens of local agencies
  • Search by service type or city to narrow results

The Community Council offers a free, publicly accessible, searchable resource directory designed to help individuals and families find essential services across the region from food and housing support to mental health care, legal aid, and youth services.

• Purpose: A searchable resource directory designed to connect individuals and families with essential services across the Tri-County area, including St. Charles, Lincoln, and Warren Counties. Listings include support for housing, food, mental health, legal aid, youth services, and more.
• Produced by: The directory is maintained by Community Council, a regional membership organization that brings together nonprofits, government, businesses, and other sectors to strengthen human services and build a more compassionate community.
• Key uses:
  • Find contact info and locations for dozens of local agencies
  • Search by service type or ZIP code to narrow results

"Start Here STL" is a free, publicly available regional resource directory for the St. Louis region, designed to help individuals and families access essential services like housing, food, utility assistance, mental health support, and more.

• Purpose: An organized searchable database of local organizations including shelters food banks counseling centers legal aid and youth services sorted by categories such as housing utilities mental health and employment.
• Produced by: The directory is published and distributed by Criminal Justice Ministry (CJM) in partnership with Heartland Zen, offering both a digital version and a printable booklet.
• Key uses:
  • Find contact info and locations for dozens of local agencies
  • Search by service type or ZIP code to narrow results
  • Download or print a PDF of the directory for offline use