Meet your stronger St. Louis
ARPA grants are changing lives in our community. Explore the incredible stories of individuals working together to enhance St. Louis through ARPA funding.
- Stories
ARPA to the Rescue: Investing In Emergency Services
The expansion and integration of 911 dispatch departments will speed response times and save more St. Louis lives.
- Stories
Connecting to Nature: Free WiFi Launching in City Parks
Increasing internet access for underserved communities is vital to creating a stronger St. Louis.
- Stories
Neighborhood Cleanups Powered by ARPA Funds
St. Louis community organizers band together to bring out the best in their neighborhoods.
- Announcements
Single Dads: Job Training Builds Strong Families
An innovative new program aims to lift up single dads who are struggling to find work and getting behind on child support payments.
- Stories
Supporting Unhoused Neighbors
It was just one room, but to Toni it was everything.
- Announcements
Home Buyer Assistance
Up to $50,000 in first-time home buyer assistance is now available through SLDC’s HomeSTL program.
Frequently asked questions
The American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) is a $1.9 trillion federal aid package passed by Congress in March, 2021 to provide financial aid to families, governments, businesses, schools, nonprofits and others impacted by the pandemic.
The City of Saint Louis was awarded $498 million in recovery funds from the American Rescue Plan Act. These funds represent a lifeline for thousands of families in our city who have been deeply impacted by the pandemic and resulting economic crisis. You can see how ARPA dollars are being distributed on the ARPA Funding Tracker.
Visit our American Rescue Plan Resource Guide. This is a one-stop shop where you’ll find all the programs currently available to you and your family. It includes instructions on how to apply.
Learn how to receive ARPA funding to power up your business or non-profit on our For My Business page.
Tens of thousands of families have benefitted from programs including direct cash payments, job training, health resources and free transportation. Explore available programs for you and your family.
All funds must be obligated by the end of 2024 and spent by the end of 2026.
Here is a list of our current and past RFPs.