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SUMMARY:College Kids Art Contest "My First Day of School" Begins
DESCRIPTION:Calling all artists and creatives! 🎨 Join our exciting art contest and share your unique vision of “My First Day of School”! Whether you’re a seasoned painter\, a digital art enthusiast\, or just love expressing yourself through creativity\, this is your chance to shine!  College Kids create an artwork depicting your first day of school – the excitement\, nervousness\, or any memorable moments you experienced. Submit your drawings to collegekids@stlouis-mo.gov by September 30th for a chance to win $50🏆A panel will judge for creativity in the drawings and announce the winners on October 7th.  One winner from each grade K-9th will be selected and receive a $50 deposit in their College Kids savings account sponsored by Alltru Credit Union.  For additional information contact Barb Davis at 314-314-5845. Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your talent and earn $50. Let’s bring your first day of school to life through art! 🖼️Happy Drawing!
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SUMMARY:Holiday Schedule
DESCRIPTION:The Office of Financial Empowerment will be closed in observance of Labor Day.  If you’re seeking financial guidance or resources\, our office is here for you. Whether it’s budgeting\, savings strategies\, or assistance navigating financial programs\, we’re committed to helping you on your path to financial success. Click here to learn more about the Office of Empowerment. 
URL:https://stlofe.org/event/holiday-schedule/
CATEGORIES:OFE Event
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SUMMARY:9/10/24- Lunch & Learn: Are you ready to buy a home?
DESCRIPTION:Buying your first home can be exciting and overwhelming. Whether you’re just starting to save or you already have a house in mind\, join us at the OFE as we present the journey to homeownership with Bill Bruce of Enterprise Bank and Trust. \nBill specializes in providing home buyer consultation\, walking borrowers through the approval process and delivering a complete understanding of what to expect on their path to homeownership. Come enjoy lunch and gain the tools you need to help you make the decision if buying a home is right for you.  \n  \nRegister to attend: Form Submission is restrictedForm is successfully submitted. Thank you!July 24\, 2025  Lunch & Learn: The Power of Compound InterestFull NameEmailPhone NumberZip CodeWill you attend?YesNo Submit
URL:https://stlofe.org/event/september-10-2024-lunch-learn-are-you-ready-to-buy-a-home/
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SUMMARY:Getting the MOST out of a 529
DESCRIPTION:Join College Kids and Ashley Richardson Thursday\, September 12th @ 6pm!  This session will provide a general overview of the MOST 529 Education Plan and help interested individuals learn about ways to save for education expenses and federal and state tax incentives. Students who attend will receive $5. For additional information please contact Barb Davis at 314-314- 5845.  Register here!
URL:https://stlofe.org/event/getting-the-most-out-of-a-529-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:College Kids
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240920T100000
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SUMMARY:Hispanic Festival at Soulard Park
DESCRIPTION:             \nJoin College Kids at the Greater St. Louis Hispanic Festival for an exciting celebration of culture\, food\, and fun! As we honor Hispanic Heritage Month\, it’s a time to recognize the rich histories\, cultures\, and contributions of the Hispanic community. From September 20th-22nd at Soulard Park\, come be part of St. Louis’ biggest Hispanic festival\, where you’ll find delicious food\, family-friendly activities\, and a wealth of community resources. Don’t miss out—bring the whole family for an unforgettable weekend of celebration!  To learn more about the Hispanic Festival click here.
URL:https://stlofe.org/event/hispanic-festival-at-soulard-park/
LOCATION:Soulard Park 7th and Lafayette St. Louis\, MO\, 7th & Lafayette\, St. Louis\, MO
CATEGORIES:College Kids
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SUMMARY:Financial Focus Workshop - Be Prepared
DESCRIPTION:What’s that saying: “Life be Lifing!” We never know when things will happen but are you prepared financially for when they do? HOPE Financial Coach\, Reginald Garth and the City Emergency Management Agency (CEMA) will help you stay ready so you never have to get ready in this virtual workshop – Be Prepared. \nLearn about creating an emergency budget\, utilizing savings\, and accessing resources in the time of need.\nBecome your best financial self\, register today at https://bit.ly/4crCN26 \n 
URL:https://stlofe.org/event/financial-focus-workshop-be-prepared/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:OFE Event,Operation Hope
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SUMMARY:College Kids: Family Savings Night
DESCRIPTION:College Kids invites you to attend our in-person Family Savings Night\, Tuesday\, September 24th @ 5:30pm. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity of a real-life banking experience\, including making a deposit into your College Kids savings accounts. Plus\, every College Kid who attends the event will receive a $20 deposit in their account courtesy of Alltru Credit Union. For additional information please contact Barb Davis at 314-314-5845 or collegekids@stlouis-mo.gov.  RSVP and secure your spot today! \nForm Submission is restrictedForm is successfully submitted. Thank you!College Kids Family Savings NightStudent Name(s)Grade(s)School Name(s)Number of students attendingParent Email AddressFirst time attending a College Kids event?YesNo Submit
URL:https://stlofe.org/event/college-kids-family-savings-night-3/
LOCATION:Alltru Credit Union 1407 Washington Ave. St. Louis\, MO 63103\, 1407 Washington\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63103
CATEGORIES:College Kids
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SUMMARY:International Food Day & Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join the Office of Financial Empowerment and the Office of New Americans\, in association with the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce for a celebration of culture\, food\, fun\, and community resources. The International Food Day & Resource Fair will have free resources from various City Departments and Bank Partners. Join us on September 27th from 11am-1pm in the City Hall Rotunda for this event\, in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. \n 
URL:https://stlofe.org/event/international-food-day-resource-fair/
LOCATION:City Hall Rotunda\, 1200 Market Street\, St. Louis\, MO\, United States
CATEGORIES:OFE Event
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SUMMARY:College Kids Art Contest "My First Day of School" Ends
DESCRIPTION:Calling all artists and creatives! 🎨 Join our exciting art contest and share your unique vision of “My First Day of School”! Whether you’re a seasoned painter\, a digital art enthusiast\, or just love expressing yourself through creativity\, this is your chance to shine!  College Kids create an artwork depicting your first day of school – the excitement\, nervousness\, or any memorable moments you experienced. Submit your drawings to collegekids@stlouis-mo.gov by September 30th for a chance to win $50🏆A panel will judge for creativity in the drawings and announce the winners on October 7th.  One winner from each grade K-9th will be selected and receive a $50 deposit in their College Kids savings account sponsored by Alltru Credit Union.  For additional information contact Barb Davis at 314-314-5845. Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your talent and earn $50. Let’s bring your first day of school to life through art! 🖼️Happy Drawing!
URL:https://stlofe.org/event/college-kids-art-contest-my-first-day-of-school-ends-2/
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