A Legacy of Leadership Anniversaries offer a valuable opportunity for reflection — for considering where you’ve been, honoring the people and partners who’ve helped you along the way, and making plans for the future. This year, FOCUS St. Louis had the good fortune of commemorating our 25th anniversary (although our organizational roots go back much further.) We have seen a … Read More

Leadership for Changing TimesFor 25 years, our FOCUS programs have challenged leaders – to think differently, to seek out new perspectives, and to take action. The past year challenged us at FOCUS to do the same. We are always working on innovative ways to educate and connect leaders, and the pandemic presented an opportunity to reimagine everything that we do … Read More

 Civic Engagement ToolkitCivic Engagement & Capacity-building OrganizationsFOCUS St. Louis offers a significant number of programs and events with the opportunity to network while exploring regional community issues and concerns. Learn more about our: Leadership Programs – Take the next step in your leadership journey by applying for one of our six immersion programs. Upcoming Events – FOCUS hosts community forums and discussions … Read More

Change Starts with Leadership. Leadership Starts with FOCUS. We educate leaders. We are the region’s premier nonprofit leadership organization, preparing diverse leaders to work cooperatively for a thriving St. Louis region. We connect leaders. We strive to represent the diversity of our region, connecting participants from across counties, sectors, industries, backgrounds, cultures, perspectives and beliefs. We facilitate the important conversations. … Read More