Who We Are - Communities First
Our Mission
Our Board (Cont,)
Our Board (Cont,)
To Facilitate Sustainable Pathways Out of Poverty, and to Promote Justice, Equity, and Healing for Current and Future Generations
Our Vision
At Communities First, we envision a world where every person has access to the resources they need to live a healthy, happy, and fulfilling life. We strive to create a world where everyone has the oppo
To Facilitate Sustainable Pathways Out of Poverty, and to Promote Justice, Equity, and Healing for Current and Future Generations
Our Vision
At Communities First, we envision a world where every person has access to the resources they need to live a healthy, happy, and fulfilling life. We strive to create a world where everyone has the opportunity to thrive, and where every person can live the life they dream of.
Our Board (Cont,)
Our Board (Cont,)
Our Board (Cont,)
Dr. Joyce Balls-Berry, MD
Director of Aging Services
Department of Neurology, Washington University School of Medicine
Michael Butler (Ex-Officio)
Recorder of Deeds
City of St. Louis
Mark Flieg, CPA PC
President and CEO
Flieg CPA
Jack Kirkland
Professor of Social Work
Washington University
GWB School of Social Work
Nikki Simon
Executive Administrative Assistant
Blackjack Casino & Hotels
Our Board
Our Board (Cont,)
Our Board
Aaron Gardner – (Chair)
Community Education Center Coordinator
(Retired)
St. Louis Public Schools
Stella Hourd-Benamaisia, J.D. (Acting Secretary)
Lease Administrator (Retired)
Massachusetts Bay Port Authority
Dr. LaDonna Finch, MD (Treasurer):
Dr LaDonna Finch, LLC
Antona Jones
Director of Partnerships (Retired)
Area Resources for Community & Human Services (ARCHS)