Christian Friends of New Americans
Mission
Links immigrants and refugees living in the St. Louis region to a range of programs and services for New Americans.
IPE 4900
Agency Identified Goal
Student projects address this.
Topic TBD - one potential idea is looking at transportation barriers for refugees and individuals living in poverty.
Services
Target Population
Children and Adolescents; Middle school and teens/focus nutrition and fitness.
Programs
Health outreach (secondary prevention, education)
After school tutoring and activities for children
Heart-to-Heart women's group
Fellowship groups by culture/country of origin
ESL classes
Provide some college scholarships
Site Information
Site Since: 2014
Site Coordinator: Primary: Jennifer Janssen (Afterschool Program Coordinator)
Email: jjanssen18@gmail.com
Secondary: Pastor Stanish Stanley
Email: sstanley@cfna-stl.org
*Please cc Pastor Stanish on all communication with Jennifer Janssen
Dress Code: Business casual. No scrubs. Bring minimal personal items.
Format: In-person
Initial Site Visit: 2/6 at 4pm;
Where to Meet: Ring doorbell at front entrance (on Grand) and ask for Jennifer or Pastor Stanley.
Parking: Free/non-metered parking available in front of building on South Grand or on the side of the building on Liermann Ave. Recommended to carpool as there is usually limited parking.
Schedule for Fall 2023: Please note that this is a small space so typically 3 - 4 team members will visit at a time. Please see Jessica to discuss.
