Life Skills for Better Futures.

LifeWise StL helps families improve their economic well-being and transform their lives.

From early childhood education to youth development, financial coaching, mental health support, and senior wellness, our programs are designed to meet people where they are—and walk with them every step of the way.

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We Believe Literacy is the Key.

Read aloud your favorite kids book or assist staff weekly during mealtime! LifeWise StL‘s summer literacy camp needs passionate volunteers to be summer readers and mealtime helpers.

Elementary students grades Kindergarten through 8th grade come to LifeWise each summer for academic support in reading and writing. Our LifeWise Summer Literacy Camp offers crucial summer reading enrichment to students who might otherwise lack access to books, countering summer learning loss and narrowing achievement gaps.

Volunteer your time for the kids today!

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