Miscellaneous Resources

Automotive Needs

Vinnie’s Autos – Saint Vincent de Paul Society (SVDP)
Provides an automobile to people who need vehicles to secure employment, take family members to medical appointments, and generally improve their lives. Qualified clients are referred by a conference and must have both need and ability to maintain a car. If you wish to receive a car please call 314-531-7837.

Vinnie’s Repairs - SVDP
St. Vincent de Paul Society of St. Louis partners with CarQuest and some area automotive centers to provide a voucher system for clients to receive auto repairs at greatly reduced cost. For assistance please call the general help line at 314-531-7837.

Bus Passes 50% Off (Monthly)

St. Agatha Church
930 Withnell Ave, 63118
Call Sr. Claire Ann at 314-772-4491 between 9am-3pm.
Must show proof of residence in 63118 & proof of employment.

Children Services – Car Seats, Cribs, Support

Nurses for Newborns Foundation
Provides a safety net for families most at-risk in order to prevent infant mortality, child abuse and neglect. Provides in-home nursing visits to promote healthcare, education, and positive parenting skills. Services are provided to babies who are born with medical problems, born to teen moms or mothers with disabilities/mental health concerns, or who are born into families who do not have money for even basic necessities. Whenever possible, families are provided with donated materials such as diapers, formula, baby food, clothing, bedding, and cribs. To apply for the program call 314-544-3433. See website for more information www.nfnf.org

Safe Kids
Provides reduced price car seats, booster seats, and cribs when available. To schedule an appointment at the location nearest you, call 314-612-5770. Visit their website at www.SafeKidsStl.com.

SIDS Resources
Program supplies Pack ’n Play cribs along with classes for setting up cribs and safe sleeping practices. To sign up call Velma Walker at 314-822-2323.

St. Louis for Kids - Happenings 4 Youth
1415 Olive St., Ste. 150
St. Louis, MO 63103
www.happenings4youth.org
Promotes safe and healthy activities for youth outside of school. It is a database of community organizations and their events suitable for youth and their families.

Computers - Free

Web Innovations & Technology Services (WITS) Recycles and refurbishes electronics, computers, and equipment from businesses and residents by fixing or replacing what may be broken and putting it back into the community for educational use. WITS have programs for young people interested in learning how to build computers and for seniors and the disabled interested in having a better understanding of the Internet.
WITS Donation/Recycling Facility
643 E. Holly St.
St. Louis, MO 63147
314-382-1650

Education Emergency Fund

St. Vincent de Paul Society
Helps families in crisis who need emergency assistance with tuition, books, supplies, and other educational needs. For more information call Elizabeth Daub at 314-881-6017.

Haircuts Free with Vouchers

Trinity Lutheran Church 1805 S. 8th St., 63104
314-231-4092
Pick up voucher between 10am-12pm on Saturdays to be used at the Soulard Barber Shop on 7th and Soulard.

Hearing Screening and Hearing Aids at Low Cost

Center for Hearing and Speech
If you have Missouri Medicaid: hearing test $10, new hearing aid as low as $35, hearing aid repair $20. Without Missouri Medicaid: hearing test and new hearing aid (varies based on financial need), hearing aid repair costs reduced by 50% to 90%. Call to request forms or print from website - www.hearing-speechstlouis.org. Mail forms to address below.

Center for Hearing & Speech
9835 Manchester Rd.
St. Louis, MO 63119
314-968-4710

Identification – Birth Certificates & Missouri ID’s

College Church
www.slu.edu/x38836.xml
Provides financial assistance for a Missouri State ID and birth certificate once applicant has presented necessary documents.
For an immediate birth certificate applicant must present a photo ID current within the last two years. If applicant does not have photo ID, application forms are available and birth certificates will be mailed within a few weeks.
For a new or renewal State ID applicant must present one document from each of the following categories below:
1. Proof of Lawful Presence: birth certificate, passport, certificate of citizenship, naturalization, or birth abroad.
2. Proof of Identity: Social Security or Medicare Card.
3. Proof of Residency: Official letter or document from a state or local government agency, official letter from shelter on official letterhead verifying applicant’s residence at that shelter, voter registration card, bank statement, pay check, government check.
If you have questions or need direct assistance please contact Vicki Simon at 314-977-7300.
 

Parenting

Father’s Support Center
4411 N. Newstead Ave., 63115
Hours of operation vary depending on programming
314-333-4107
Offers programs to help fathers become responsible parents committed to cohesive family relationships.
Parent Fair Share Provides referrals for education, employment, and social services to Missouri residents over age 18 that are underemployed/unemployed and have a case with Child Support Enforcement. For a referral call 1-800-859-7999 or contact your local child support enforcement office.

Recreation Centers and Exercise Gyms

12th Street and Park Recreation Center
1410 S. 12th St., 63104
Hours of Operation: 8:00am-7:30pm Mon-Fri
314-589-6142
$10/month membership fee.

YMCA of Greater St. Louis

5 Locations in the St. Louis City area (see below)
Hours of operation vary by location
Members pay a monthly fee according to their type of membership. Financial assistance for membership and special programs is available. For more information, call your local YMCA of Greater St. Louis branch or visit the YMCA of Greater St. Louis website at www.ymcastlouis.org

Carondelet Family YMCA
600 Loughborough, 63111
314-353-4960

Monsanto Family YMCA
5555 Page Blvd, 63112
314-367-4646

Downtown YMCA
1528 Locust St., 63103
314-621-6302

South City Family YMCA
3150 Sublette, 63139
314-644-3100

Marquette YMCA
314 N. Broadway, 63102
314-436-7070

Smoke Detectors

City of St. Louis Fire Department
Provides homeowners with free smoke detectors and installation. Please call Bob Jackson at 314-289-3008.

Social Security Office Location

717 N. 16th St., 63103
Hours of Operation: 9:00am-4:00pm
314-621-2704

Tax Preparation

Gateway EITC Community Coalition (GECC)
910 N. 11th Street, 63101
314-539-4062
www.gecc.us; Email: infogecc [dot] us
Dedicated to preparing tax returns free of charge for families with incomes up to $49,000. Assists eligible individuals to receive tax credits and refunds. Sites will be open at 25-30 locations from late January through mid-April; call or email to find a location. Additional financial services may be available at certain sites.