45 resources listed under Youth and Family Services.
Listings focus on the St. Louis region and St. Charles County, with some statewide services included. Verified information comes from the START HERE St. Louis Area Resource Directory, 17th Edition (2026) (Criminal Justice Ministry, startherestl.org) and directly submitted organization information. Always call to confirm availability and eligibility.
Verified listing · Source: Start Here St. Louis Area Resource Directory, 17th Edition (2026) · Last verified 2026-02-10
Foster & Adoptive Support Team (FAST) Food Pantry
Located in this city
Food pantry for foster and adoptive families. Membership form and Children's Division caseworker referral required.
Verified ResourceFood Assistance
Pantry
1806 Boonslick Rd, St. Charles, MO 63301
(314) 428-7333 · Saturdays 12:30pm–2:00pm
Counties served from this site: St. Charles County
Telephone services
Categories
Food, Food Pantries, Youth and Family Services, Foster Care and Adoption Support
Population served
Families, Youth
Availability
Weekends
Eligibility
Foster and adoptive families; referral from Missouri Children's Division required, plus membership form. Hours change often — call to confirm before visiting.
Verified listing · Source: Start Here St. Louis Area Resource Directory, 17th Edition (2026) · Last verified 2026-02-10
Youth In Need — Emergency Shelter
Located in this city
12-bed emergency residential group home for youth ages 10 to 19 in crisis. Includes crisis intervention, individual/family/group counseling, case management, and daily educational groups. Free and voluntary.
Verified ResourceHousing Assistance
24-hour help line
Call the 24-hour help line for shelter location and intake, St. Charles, MO 63301
(636) 946-3771 · 24-hour help line; walk-in intakes accepted at the shelter
Intake: Call (636) 946-3771 (collect calls accepted) or walk in.
Counties served from this site: St. Charles County
Telephone services
Categories
Unhoused Services, Emergency Shelter, Housing, Youth and Family Services, Youth Ministries
Population served
Youth, Teens
Availability
24/7 Hotline
Eligibility
Youth ages 10–19 in crisis. Participation is voluntary and free. Call first — shelter availability and intake hours change.
Verified listing · Source: youthinneed.org · Last verified 2026-08-07
Youth In Need — Transitional Living Program
Located in this city
10-bed transitional living home for youth ages 16 to 21, including pregnant and parenting teens with children up to age 3. Provides housing, food, life-skills training, savings support, and supported-living apartments as a next step.
Verified ResourceHousing Assistance
24-hour help line
Call the 24-hour help line for program location and intake, St. Charles, MO 63301
(636) 946-3771 · 24-hour help line
Counties served from this site: St. Charles County
Telephone services
Categories
Unhoused Services, Housing, Emergency Shelter, Youth and Family Services
Population served
Youth, Young Adults, Pregnant and Parenting Teens
Availability
24/7 Hotline
Eligibility
Homeless youth ages 16–21 lacking safe or stable housing; can accommodate two pregnant or parenting teens. Call first — shelter availability and intake hours change.
Verified listing · Source: youthinneed.org · Last verified 2026-08-07
Fathers & Families Support Center — Re-Entry Project
Located in this city
Six-week re-entry program run with the Missouri Department of Corrections covering responsible behavior, life skills, parenting, and healthy relationships, plus housing help, trauma-informed care, an industry credential, and job placement through its employment and mentoring program.
Verified ResourcePrison Reentry Partner
Downtown headquarters
1601 Olive Street, St. Louis, MO 63103
(314) 333-4170 · Monday–Friday business hours
Counties served from this site: City of St. Louis, St. Louis County, St. Charles County
Telephone services
Categories
Reentry, Employment, Youth and Family Services, Education and Training
Population served
Adults, Men, Families, Justice-Involved
Availability
Weekdays
Eligibility
Parents returning from incarceration in the St. Louis region; many participants are referred from the Transition Center of St. Louis. Call to ask about enrolling. Call first — program schedules and intake requirements change.
Service area: City of St. Louis, St. Louis County, St. Charles County
Verified listing · Source: fatherssupportcenter.org · Last verified 2026-08-07
The SoulFisher Ministries
Located in this city
Faith-driven nonprofit serving justice-involved women and men with re-entry programming: life skills, career readiness, financial literacy, restorative justice classes, mentoring, and supportive housing. Also tutors youth with incarcerated parents.
Counties served from this site: St. Louis County, City of St. Louis, St. Charles County
Telephone services
Categories
Reentry, Housing, Employment, Youth and Family Services, Prison Ministry
Population served
Adults, Returning Citizens
Availability
Weekdays
Eligibility
Currently and formerly incarcerated adults, and youth with an incarcerated parent. Call for enrollment. Call first — program schedules and intake requirements change.
Service area: St. Louis County, City of St. Louis, St. Charles County
Verified listing · Source: Start Here St. Louis Area Resource Directory, 17th Edition (2026) · Last verified 2026-02-10
B-WORKS
Located in this city
Tuesday & Thursday from 11:00am-7:00pm; Saturdays from 10:00am-2:00pm Earn a computer, fix up a bike to keep, write a book. Programs for kids. Bikes and other merchandise for sale. New location.
Verified Resource
Main Office
2149 S. Grand Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63104
314-664-0828
Virtual services
Categories
Youth and Family Services
Population served
Youth, Families
Availability
Business Hours
Eligibility
See listing details; contact the organization to confirm current requirements.
Verified listing · Source: Start Here St. Louis Area Resource Directory, 17th Edition (2026) · Last verified 2026-02-10
CENTER FOR YOUTH ON THE RISE
Located in this city
Ages 12 to 19. A variety of activities and services. Life skills workshops, counseling n. services, educational support, employment preparation, legal assistance.
Verified Resource
Main Office
12079 Bellefontaine Rd., Spanish Lake, MO 63138
314-615-0221
Location 2
12075 Bellefontaine Rd., Spanish Lake, MO 63138
314-615-0221
Virtual services
Categories
Unhoused Services, Youth and Family Services
Population served
Youth, Families
Availability
Business Hours
Eligibility
See listing details; contact the organization to confirm current requirements.
Verified listing · Source: Start Here St. Louis Area Resource Directory, 17th Edition (2026) · Last verified 2026-02-10
Child and Family Empowerment Center
Located in this city
St. Louis recovery housing and peer support for men and women in substance-use recovery. Men's homes: Belt Mansion (18 beds) and Freedom Mansion (12 beds). Women's homes: Charity Mansion (12 beds) and Many Mansions (33 beds).
Verified ResourceHousing Assistance
Child and Family Empowerment Center — intake
, St. Louis, MO
314-662-0953
Intake: Marsha Hawkins-Hourd, 314-662-0953 or 314-802-2696, mhourd.tcu@gmail.com
Counties served from this site: City of St. Louis, St. Louis County
Telephone services
Categories
Addiction and Recovery, Housing, Youth and Family Services
Population served
Men, Women, Adults
Availability
Business Hours
Eligibility
Adults in substance-use recovery. Call to confirm availability and eligibility.
Service area: City of St. Louis, St. Louis County
Call to confirm availability and eligibility.
314-662-0953
Verified listing · Source: Missouri SOR Recovery Housing Directory; user submission · Last verified 2026-08-06
COLLEGE BOUND
Located in this city
Information and resources on how to plan, prepare, pay for a college education.
Verified Resource
Main Office
110 North Jefferson Ave., St. Louis, MO 63103
314-361-4441
Virtual services
Categories
Employment, Education and Training, Youth and Family Services
Population served
Youth, Families
Availability
Business Hours
Eligibility
See listing details; contact the organization to confirm current requirements.
es. Office: 24/7 Helpline Laundry and shower; safer sex kit, clothing and hygiene items; ID assistance; healthcare, legal aid, support for LGBTQ youth and allies, housing assistance.
Verified ResourceMental Health Support
Main Office
7520 Natural Bridge Rd., Normandy, MO 63121
314-222-4877
Virtual services · Telephone services
Categories
Unhoused Services, Mental Health, Healthcare, Youth and Family Services
Population served
Youth, Families
Availability
24/7
Eligibility
See listing details; contact the organization to confirm current requirements.
Office- Outreach-1-800-899-KIDS (5437) Mon-Thur 12pm-5pm; Friday 1-5pm and some evenings. Laundry and shower; safer sex kit, legal aid, and birth certificate and ID assistance; support for LGBTQ youth.
Verified listing · Source: Start Here St. Louis Area Resource Directory, 17th Edition (2026) · Last verified 2026-02-10
GUARDIAN ANGEL SETTLEMENT ASSOCIATION
Located in this city
Services are now by membership only and appointment only. Shopping for yourself food pantry and a clothing closet, plus many other services.
Verified ResourceFood Assistance
Main Office
3300 S. Jefferson Ave., St. Louis, MO 63118
314-773-9027
Location 2
1127 N. Vandeventer Ave., St. Louis, MO 63113
314-773-9027
Virtual services
Categories
Food, Youth and Family Services, Food Pantries
Population served
Youth, Families
Availability
By Appointment
Eligibility
See listing details; contact the organization to confirm current requirements.
Service area: City of St. Louis
For emergency utility or food assistance Food pantry; and a resale shop. Must be a member to participate.
(Administration and Head Start) Programs for children from birth to six years of age. Cost is based on a family's ability to pay. Licensed and accredited, and a partner of Head Start and Early Head Start.
Verified listing · Source: Start Here St. Louis Area Resource Directory, 17th Edition (2026) · Last verified 2026-02-10
HARAMBEE YOUTH TRAINING
Located in this city
Job training and skill development in construction trades with a concentration on tuckpointing. For ages 12 - 18. After school and summer programs available.
Verified Resource
Main Office
1142 Hodiamont Ave., St. Louis, MO 63112
314-726-2302
Virtual services
Categories
Employment, Education and Training, Youth and Family Services
Population served
Youth, Families
Availability
Business Hours
Eligibility
See listing details; contact the organization to confirm current requirements.
Verified listing · Source: Start Here St. Louis Area Resource Directory, 17th Edition (2026) · Last verified 2026-02-10
JEWISH FAMILY AND CHILDREN SERVICES
Located in this city
Counseling and prevention programs. Assist the elderly, protect children at risk, provide food and services for the needy, resolve family problems. Services regardless of age, race, religion, ethnicity, gender or sexual orientation.
Verified listing · Source: Start Here St. Louis Area Resource Directory, 17th Edition (2026) · Last verified 2026-02-10
MOTHERS WAY CAREER COUNSELING
Located in this city
Housing, child care and services for youth transitioning from foster care, as well as career advancement. Supportive services, emergency assistance, utility assistance, and more.
Verified Resource
Main Office
4134 Seven Hills Dr., Florissant, MO 63033
314-561-8507
Virtual services
Categories
Youth and Family Services
Population served
Youth, Families
Availability
Business Hours
Eligibility
See listing details; contact the organization to confirm current requirements.
Interest free loans and grants available, plus guidance and assistance in applying for financial aid and other supportive services connected with higher education starting at the high school level.
Verified Resource
Main Office
6825 Clayton Ave., Suite 100, St. Louis, MO 63139
314-725-7990
Virtual services
Categories
Youth and Family Services
Population served
Youth, Families
Availability
Business Hours
Eligibility
See listing details; contact the organization to confirm current requirements.
Verified listing · Source: Start Here St. Louis Area Resource Directory, 17th Edition (2026) · Last verified 2026-02-10
ST LOUIS ARTWORKS
Located in this city
In-depth art instruction, employment training, and life skills focused on personal health, fiscal literacy, and environmental stewardship. In all programs, teens earn a stipend, are required to have a bank account, and attend financial literacy training.
Verified Resource
Main Office
5959 Delmar Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63112
314-899-9734
Virtual services
Categories
Youth and Family Services
Population served
Youth, Families
Availability
Business Hours
Eligibility
See listing details; contact the organization to confirm current requirements.
Verified listing · Source: Start Here St. Louis Area Resource Directory, 17th Edition (2026) · Last verified 2026-02-10
ST. LOUIS YOUTH JOBS
Located in this city
Career assessment, financial literacy and job readiness training, employment experience. Works with partner corporations to provide training and future jobs.
Verified Resource
Main Office
3016 Locust St., Suite 105, St. Louis, MO 63103
314-499-8176
Virtual services
Categories
Youth and Family Services
Population served
Youth, Families
Availability
Business Hours
Eligibility
See listing details; contact the organization to confirm current requirements.
Verified listing · Source: Start Here St. Louis Area Resource Directory, 17th Edition (2026) · Last verified 2026-02-10
THE SPOT (for ages 13-24)
Located in this city
Drop-in Thursday 1:00pm-5:00pm. Showers, food, computer and phone access, mental health, contraceptive, PrEP access, STI/HIV testing.Medical and testing service hours vary and require an appointment. Parental consent NOT required.
Verified ResourceMental Health Support
Main Office
4169 Laclede Ave., St. Louis, MO 63108
314-535-0413
Virtual services · Telephone services
Categories
Unhoused Services, Mental Health, Healthcare, Youth and Family Services
Population served
Youth, Families
Availability
By Appointment
Eligibility
See listing details; contact the organization to confirm current requirements.
Verified listing · Source: Start Here St. Louis Area Resource Directory, 17th Edition (2026) · Last verified 2026-02-10
93 North Oaks Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63121
Available statewide
(national organization) 361-0202 Alternative education, construction training, employment, pre-apprenticeship, and leadership development program serving low-income St Louis youth ages 18-24.
Verified Resource
Statewide service · Virtual services · Telephone services
Categories
Youth and Family Services
Population served
Youth, Families
Availability
Business Hours
Eligibility
See listing details; contact the organization to confirm current requirements.
Verified listing · Source: Start Here St. Louis Area Resource Directory, 17th Edition (2026) · Last verified 2026-02-10
THE TREVOR PROJECT
Available statewide
TrevorText is a phone service. Text “START” to 678678. National organization providing crisis intervention, resources and suicide prevention 32 services to LGBTQ young people ages 13-24. Below is a list of places that serve 63108 MEALS AND SANDWICHES. TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH 600 North Euclid Ave. See page 16 for pantries and more 314-361-4655 (message only) Food Pantry and Take-out Hot Meal: food programs and information. Tuesday 1:30-3:00pm, Thursday 4:00pm- 5:00pm Cafe, Wednesdays…
Verified ResourceMental Health Support
Statewide service · Virtual services · Telephone services
Categories
Mental Health, Healthcare, Youth and Family Services
Population served
Youth, Families
Availability
24/7
Eligibility
See listing details; contact the organization to confirm current requirements.
Verified listing · Source: Start Here St. Louis Area Resource Directory, 17th Edition (2026) · Last verified 2026-02-10
LUTHERAN FAMILY AND CHILDREN'S SERVICES OF MISSOURI
Virtual or telephone
9666 Olive Boulevard Suite 400 St. Louis, Missouri 63132 and more locations 866-326-5327 for pregnant women considering adoption. Pregnant and parenting teens, Nurturing Kids program, respite care services, individual, family and group counseling. Adoption.
Verified ResourceFaith-BasedChristian Nonprofit
Virtual services · Telephone services
Categories
Youth and Family Services, Churches and Ministries, Counseling Ministries, Pregnancy Resource Centers, Youth Ministries, Rental Assistance
Population served
Youth, Families
Availability
Business Hours
Eligibility
See listing details; contact the organization to confirm current requirements.
