Pettus Foundation — St. Louis Grants
Forecasted
Pettus Foundation — St. Louis Grants support local nonprofit programs in workforce and youth development and education, helping people build self-reliance through training and preparation for life after school.
Funder: St. Louis Community Foundation
Due Dates: Two invitation-only rounds per year (dates not posted)
Funding Amounts: Typical grants of $5,000–$25,000
Summary: Supports St. Louis-area nonprofit programs that build self-reliance through workforce development, youth development, and education.
Key Information: St. Louis applications are invitation-only; begin by emailing a funding inquiry.
Description
The Pettus Foundation supports programs that help people in the St. Louis area build self-reliance, independence, and productivity. Its trustees work with the St. Louis Community Foundation on local grantmaking. Priorities include direct job, technical, and career training; workplace soft skills; and youth preparation for employment or life after high school, including higher education, technical school, military service, or apprenticeships.
Education funding focuses on early childhood programs and K–12 public schools, especially the middle school years. Trustees are particularly interested in early education efforts that reach multiple preschools through teacher training or innovative curriculum. Direct job training, STEM-related projects, and technical training are also priorities.
