Children’s Service Fund Blog.

On October 30, we closed the application for our 2026-2029 Core Funding Opportunity. After totaling the numbers, we learned that we had more organizations apply than ever before and the highest total funding request we’ve ever received. Now, we’re digging into why this happened.

We’re thrilled to announce our 2025-2027 Grassroots Funding Opportunity partners!

Funders want their grants to make the greatest impact possible, but how do you really know what will make an impact? And who do you listen to in order to figure that out? If your funding supports kids, then they should be included among those you’re listening to....

What does it take to strengthen the behavioral health system of care in the St. Louis region? We believe it starts with prevention.

Applying for funding can feel like a big task, but if you know what to expect, it can be much easier to navigate. In this post, Learn a few key things about applying for our Core Funding Opportunity.

When we think about what makes a truly effective behavioral health system—especially for children—it helps to start with a simple framework: the behavioral health pyramid.

When we think about what makes a child well, we might picture happy moments—laughing with friends at the park, enjoying a favorite treat after dinner, or playing outside on a sunny afternoon. While these experiences are meaningful, a child’s well-being goes much...

What would it take to create a region where kids are thriving and have what they need to reach their full potential? Learn about the four commitments we’re making through our impact framework.