Violence Prevention PSA Selection Committee - March 12, 2026

The City of St. Louis Violence Prevention PSA Selection Committee convened on March 12, 2026, to review and recommend funding allocations for nonprofit organizations providing job training programs for youth aged 15 to 24. The Office of Violence Prevention (OBP) presented findings from a competitive proposal process that received 30 submissions totaling over $6.6 million in requests, with a budget of approximately $1.22 million available. Seven proposals were recommended for full funding, totaling about $1.204 million, with programs targeting priority neighborhoods and industries such as construction, healthcare, and hospitality. The committee discussed a minor budget overage of roughly $4,000 and agreed to adjust funding by reducing amounts from the two largest awards to stay within budget. The motion to approve the amended funding recommendations passed unanimously, allowing OBP to proceed with the next steps in awarding grants.