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"But St. Louis HELP is the only organization in the region that is open to any age, income level or diagnosis."
Colleen Schrappen, Post-Dispatch, October 14, 2024
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June 4, 2025 – St. Louis Disaster Relief
STLHELP is honored to partner with the American Red Cross in disaster response. Executive Director Karen Lanter, ARC Division Disability Manager Mike Bunch, and ARC Disaster Services’ Robert Altenbrand helped secure dozens of free items for neighbors impacted by tornado damage.
👧 Pediatric Equipment Needs
Kids with special needs deserve equipment that fits now. Insurance delays and high costs often leave families waiting months. Thanks to generous donations, STLHELP provides lightly used pediatric equipment that kids grow out of—refurbished, cleaned, and freely distributed to those in need.
“Parents often report that the pediatric equipment ordered through insurance arrives only after their child has already outgrown it.”
💜 Helping Forgotten Children
School nurse Toby Arman of Gibson Elementary had one mission: help seven-year-old Paola attend school. Born with spina bifida, Paola had never walked into a classroom—until Toby reached out to STLHELP.
Within days, Paola received a wheelchair that fit. Today, she is in school, full of confidence, finally having what she needs to belong.
📍 In Our Community
STLHELP serves people of all ages, side by side with case managers, therapists, families, and hospitals. Our work ensures that when insurance fails or waits are too long, there is still a source of free, reliable home medical equipment—fast.
📊 By the Numbers (Jan–Sep 2024 vs. 2023)
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St. Louis City: 380 → 476 people served (+25%)
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St. Louis County: 930 → 1,124 people served (+21%)
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Jefferson County: 93 → 194 people served (+100%+)
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St. Charles County: 106 → 134 people served (+26%)
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💬 Testimonials
“STLHELP has been wonderful and so needed. Insurance doesn’t always cover what we need, but they stepped up.” — Vernie Clark, STLHELP recipient
“I couldn’t find pediatric equipment anywhere. STLHELP helped families like mine when no one else could.” — Erin, Physical Therapist
🙌 Support Our Mission
STLHELP is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, EIN: 80-0144355. We rely on generous donations to keep our mission alive. Want to be part of this impact? Consider a financial gift.
💡 Smart Giving Options
IRA / Qualified Charitable Distributions
If you are 70½ or older, a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) is a tax-efficient way to give. You can transfer up to $105,000 per year from your IRA directly to STLHELP—this counts toward your required minimum distribution without increasing taxable income.
Stock, Donor Advised Funds, Planned Gifts
Ask your advisor about including STLHELP in your giving plans. Your legacy ensures future generations can access the equipment they need, free of charge.
🚚 Drop-Off & Return Locations
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STLHELP Warehouses: Wed & Sat, 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM
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HELP HUBs: See location map for local hours (Abiding Savior, St. Charles, and others)
👉 Pickup of large items (hospital beds, electric wheelchairs) is available by prior arrangement only. We are unable to do walk-in pickups or collect small/individual items due to limited staff.
✅ Accreditation
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Better Business Bureau Accredited Charity
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Platinum Seal of Transparency, Candid (GuideStar)
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