Local nonprofits aiding immigrants need community's support

Ever wonder how your exposure to community needs through sources like the Jewish Light, Spirit of St. Louis Women's Fund, Greater St. Louis Community Foundation, United Way and other nonprofits can help guide your per­sonal philanthropy? 
Now is the time. It's time to leverage your philanthropy education and the spir­it of tikkun olam to help our community. 
Organizations supporting immigrants as well as ones that address food insecu­rity, economic empowerment, diversity, equity and more are at risk of losing fed­eral funding. Although a judge put a stay on the executive order canceling previ­ously approved congressional funding, sources have told me their reimburse­ments have been delayed and many are being forced to furlough employees and/ or stop programs helping immigrants, families, seniors, the poor and more. 
These community pillars and social safety net agencies could all use extra support now. If you have some additional income or money sitting in your Donor Advised Fund, it's time for you to make a contribution - now. This could be the most impactful thing you do this year. 
Here are a few of the many terrific agencies and programs helping immi­grants and refugees in the St. Louis area: 
Casa de Salud (www.casadesalud.org) Casa de Salud provides high quality health services to immigrants and refu­gees, both insured and uninsured, in the St. Louis area. It provides health ser­vices, mental health services and GUIA guides (Spanish translations of a large range of healthcare resources). The organization served more than 2,500 people last year with over 8000 services. Read full article here.