Brickline Greenway Gets $15M State Funding Boost, Invest STL, Wells Fargo Invest $1M In City Homeowners, And SIUE, Region's Research Institutions, See Surge In Funding
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PUBLIC-PRIVATE MOMENTUM: BRICKLINE GREENWAY GETS $15M STATE FUNDING BOOST
On the heels of a prominent feature in the New York Times, Great Rivers Greenway’s Brickline Greenway project got another boost this week, when it secured significant funding from the State of Missouri Capital Improvement Budget for 2024.
“This $15 million investment provides powerful momentum for the Brickline Greenway, which has been envisioned with input from thousands of residents, businesses, and organizations who understand how civic infrastructure boosts the economy of our city and our state,” said Susan Trautman, CEO of Great Rivers Greenway, a Greater St. Louis, Inc. Member.
INVEST STL, WELLS FARGO INVEST $1M IN CITY HOMEOWNERS
For some city residents, a gift of $20,000 for home improvement projects from nonprofit Invest STL is life changing. Funded by a donation from Wells Fargo, an executive-level member of the GSL Chair’s Council, the $1 million “Rooted” initiative helps Black residents of St. Louis City’s West End and Visitation Park neighborhoods build wealth to stay in their homes and grow their neighborhoods.
FUTURESCOT: ST. LOUIS A “VIABLE OPENING” FOR SCOTTISH TECH
A recent BioSTL trip to Scotland aimed to build relationships with the goal of creating a stronger regional innovation ecosystem. For three days, BioSTL CEO Donn Rubin traveled between Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Dundee, meeting with Scottish healthcare and biotech startups that could potentially enhance St. Louis’ healthcare, agritech, and food tech sectors.
CHEERS TO BEERS! AB CAMPAIGN CELEBRATES “PEOPLE THAT BRING OUR BEER TO LIFE”
As the summer season kicks off, Anheuser-Busch — an executive-level member of the GSL Chair’s Council — is launching a new campaign that honors the people and partners that help the company make America’s most loved beers — including many based in St. Louis, the original headquarters for the company.
“In addition to brewing great beer that delights our consumers, the people behind Anheuser-Busch are the ones making a positive impact in our communities. Whether volunteering, supporting local charities, stepping up during natural disasters, or simply being good neighbors, we couldn’t be prouder of our employees and our partners that make our communities stronger,” said Cesar Vargas, U.S. Chief External Affairs Officer, Anheuser-Busch.
Take a closer look at summer in St. Louis, as HEC’s Spotlight explores “Summer Fun and U.S. History” this week. From pickleball to parade floats, the program takes viewers behind the scenes, shining a light on oh-so-St. Louis traditions old and new, as well as a special collection at Washington University in St. Louis, an executive-level member of the GSL Chair’s Council, that highlights American history.
ST. LOUIS RANKS #5 FOR DIGITAL NOMADS IN NEW REPORT
For those traveling and working this summer, St. Louis should be a top destination. According to a new report from Zumper, a rental real estate platform, St. Louis ranks #5 on the list of best U.S. cities for digital nomads. After examining the top 100 most popular cities in the U.S., Zumper cited the winners’ affordable cost of living, speedy WiFi, average cost of short-term rentals, and ample entertainment options.
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