About Us
Our Team
Our History
Our History
Our amazing team of regular and part-time employees and volunteers are committed to helping others. We take our convictions and turn them into actions. We think outside the box for the outside the box problems that our communities face daily.
We are proud to offer second chance employment to those with challenging backgrounds.
Think you would be a good fit? Get in touch for more information!
Our History
Our History
Our History
RWFDC was founded in 1994 to strengthen and stabilize the city's north corridor which includes 10 neighborhoods and over 40,000 residents. We have completed well over 100 homes via new construction or rehab, and have served as an anchor in the community for over 20 years. The RWFDC did some research on the youth in our area. Based on various community meetings and surveys distributed, it was determined that there was a need for the Baden Enrichment Center. Since the conception of the center we have served over 600 youth within a year of existence.
Our Mission
Our History
ALLISHA JONES-PICKENS
The mission of the Riverview West Florissant Development Corporation is to undertake community development activities that will include housing, neighborhood improvement and economic development in the targeted communities of Baden, College Hill, Near North Riverfront, North Riverfront, O'Fallon, Walnut Park East, Walnut Park West, North Pointe and other communities in the City of St. Louis.
ALLISHA JONES-PICKENS
ALLISHA JONES-PICKENS
ALLISHA JONES-PICKENS
Meet our Program Director...
Ms. Jones-Pickens Has a passion that is often outmatched for her community. She has worked with at-risk youth for over 17 years. Specializing in social service programs, social service events and providing resources to deter todays youth from following in her footsteps and making the same mistakes she once made. A mother of three, her heart to help save a dying generation is unapparelled.
She holds two AAS degrees in Business Technology and General Studies. However her best training and education has been her experiences and her day-to-day interactions with the community and youth.
Ms. Jones-Pickens Goal is to have a community center for at risk girls by 2024.
Christiana Hampton
ALLISHA JONES-PICKENS
Christiana Hampton
Meet our Director of Outreach/Behavioral Specialist...
Christiana has worked with children with alternative behaviors for over 30 years. While serving the youth, she acquired many certifications through various job related trainings. Christiana is a Registered Behavior Technician and has been a Certified Safe Crisis Management Instructor for more than 10 years now. Safe crisis management is a secure way of managing crisis behavior with an understanding of client safety being paramount. Christiana received her BA in Interdisciplinary Studies from Lindenwood University and is currently enrolled in their masters program to receive a MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Christiana is extremely passionate about helping the youth and continues to work on strategies that will support their journey in becoming productive citizens of society.
COVID- RESPONSE
Our Role
FREE COVID-19 VACCINATIONS
FREE COVID-19 VACCINATIONS
Our role during the Pandemic like many others, have shifted to Covid-19 relief efforts. We along with partnering organizations have delivered more than 14,000 meals to area residents. Through generous donations, we have been able to also deliver books, educational supplies, toiletries and other items to our neediest families.
FREE COVID-19 VACCINATIONS
FREE COVID-19 VACCINATIONS
FREE COVID-19 VACCINATIONS
CONTACT US TO BE REFERRED TO CARESTL!
314-382-9000
MONDAY - FRIDAY 10AM-3PM
Testimonials
FREE COVID-19 VACCINATIONS
UTILITY ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE
The Food boxes have really help me and my family get by during this pandemic. I appreciate the fact that even when the City opened they still deliver to us and help us. That shows they actually care and not just doing it for notoriety. - J. Miller, Program Participant Parent
UTILITY ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE
Mommie & Me Diaper Give-A-Way
UTILITY ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE
FAQs
Mommie & Me Diaper Give-A-Way
Mommie & Me Diaper Give-A-Way
What do I need for assistance?
- Residents will need their utility bill in their name that matches the name on their photo ID.
- Residents will Fill out a client intake form
- If your utility bill is in Disconnection status, arrangements MUST be made prior to receiving assistance.
Mommie & Me Diaper Give-A-Way
Mommie & Me Diaper Give-A-Way
Mommie & Me Diaper Give-A-Way
Mommy & Me began with diaper donations from the St Louis area diaper Bank and we understood that covid-19 had caused more financial hardship in our community than any other so we wanted to do a little more than to give away just diapers through the generosity of heartwarming people we were able to do that. It was such a joy to be able to bless young mothers and grandparents with Mommy and Me gift bags that included diapers wipes cereal snacks baby food books and more with help from our donors!
Upcoming Events & Programs
PACC PROGRAM
StoryTyme In the Park
StoryTyme In the Park
RWFDC is pleased to begin the PACC program - Parents and Community Connected, pairing young mothers with mentors in the community to provide them with resources they need to succeed in parenting. Utility assistance, bus passes, employment, etc. Call us at 314-382-9000
StoryTyme In the Park
StoryTyme In the Park
StoryTyme In the Park
StoryTime In the Park... Bring the kids for a story from some of St Louis has best children's authors! Bring them out to meet some of their favorite sports players as well as some of their favorite book characters!