The Youth and Family Center

For more than a century, the Youth & Family Center (YFC) has served as a stabilizing force in North St. Louis City. Today, we are a six-day-a-week community hub serving 16,054 individuals annually (up from 800 in 2021). Families rely on YFC for consistent access to food, a health clinic, bank services, youth development, senior wellness, sports recreation, and a safe gathering space.

In 2025 alone, we served 1,953 individuals through our pantry, provided 10,250 meals to seniors, and delivered 3,835 meals to youth through after-school and summer programming. Our work ensures that children are supported academically and emotionally, seniors remain connected and active, and families have access to essential resources during times of need.