Economic Justice

Economic Justice Action Plan

SLDC’s organizational focus is on equitable and inclusive economic development for everyone in St. Louis — regardless of geography, socioeconomic status or race. The Economic Justice Action Plan will guide the unprecedented investment in marginalized communities in St. Louis — particularly North City.

Cover of the Economic Justice Action Plan for St. Louis, aiming to empower and develop a just, thriving economy. Sept 2022.

Economic Justice Accelerator

The Economic Justice Accelerator is a fund designed to leverage public funding, private equity and philanthropic investment to sustain the Economic Justice Action Plan through and beyond 2026.

Overview of St. Louis Economic Justice Accelerator, focusing on equity, growth, health, and closing the racial wealth gap.

Economic Development & Transformation Fund

To support economic development activity, in partnership with the City and SLDC, the St. Louis Community Foundation established the Economic Development & Transformation Fund. The philanthropic capital raised through the Transformation Fund will be used to catalyze additional public and private funding focused on economic justice.

Details on St. Louis Community Foundation's fund, including goals, funding sources, and similar programs in other cities.