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The Spirit of St. Louis Women’s Fund (SOS) invites you to the 2026 Spirit Awards, a celebration of collective giving, thoughtful stewardship, and commitment to strengthening the St. Louis community. This special gathering concludes our five-month, volunteer-led grant process and gives members and guests the chance to meet the outstanding nonprofit organizations selected to receive two-year grants. The evening will include speakers Shelby Schagrin, SOS founder, and Maxine Clark, SOS member, founder and former CEO of Build-A-Bear Workshop, and "chief inspirator" of Delmar DivINe. Our thanks to Moneta for sponsoring the 2026 Spirit Awards.
As we mark our 20th anniversary, we are proud to reflect on nearly $4 million our members have invested in 116 nonprofits since our founding. These grants support small organizations in health services, social services, arts and culture, education, and the environment, showing the difference women can make when they give together with purpose and care.
We hope you will join us to celebrate our newest grantees, honor our members’ dedication, and hear the latest SOS activities and priorities. Guests interested in learning more about SOS are warmly welcomed. Heavy appetizers will be served.
The Spirit Awards is sponsored by Moneta, one of the nation’s premier comprehensive wealth management firms.
Cost of event: $20 members, $10 guests
Host: Pat Crowe, SOS President, crowepat321@gmail.com
Directions: 4532 S Lindbergh Blvd., Sunset Hills, 63127
Parking: Ample parking is available in the event center’s lot.
