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Since 1900, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch has sponsored a holiday event to benefit the least fortunate families in St. Louis. Through time the event has evolved, and today the St. Louis Post-Dispatch and the United Way work together with the help of social service agencies to identify over 10,000 cases of area residents struggling to overcome poverty. As the holiday season approaches, the newspaper publishes 100 of these personal case stories. Each year, support arrives in the form of corporate donations, monetary gifts, and wrapped presents. Although each of the 10,000 cases will receive some monetary assistance, only a small percentage of families are “adopted,” meaning that an individual, group, or business agrees to buy gifts, clothing, household appliances, or other specially requested items. 100 Neediest Cases phone number: 314-421-6060 Questions? Feel free to contact us at gtgb @ restech.wustl.edu |
