FRIENDSHIP AND PURPOSEFUL SERVICE
The Links, Incorporated is one of the oldest international service organizations with 299 Chapters with over 17,500 members in 41 states located across the United States, the Commonwealth of the Bahamas, and the United Kingdom.
The Archway (MO) Chapter of the Links, Incorporated proudly promotes civic, cultural, educational and social justice activities for the benefit of the larger community. Serving others fosters fellowship and the pursuit of common goals for chapter members. Under the leadership of chapter President, Lauren Nash Ming, 55 dynamic women dedicate themselves to enriching the lives of others.
Supporting and improving educational outcomes for African American students in the St. Louis region has been and continues to be a priority for the chapter. Over $90,000 in Community Service Scholarships have been awarded to deserving college bound high school graduates.
A strong partnership with Marian Middle School allows the chapter to tailor impactful programming for students attending the only all-girls, private, faith based middle school in St. Louis. Creative activities and field trips foster career exploration, STEAM education, social justice, healthy lifestyle and social media safety.
The chapter is laser focused on addressing the health disparities Black Americans face through targeted programming and collaborative partnerships, including health symposiums, health screenings, and webinars. During the last 3 years, the Chapter has been awarded Black K.A.R.E. grants from Baxter to conduct programs to educate and improve awareness of the impact of kidney disease within the Black community.
Promoting our culture and expanding art-related education and awareness is also important to the chapter. We sponsor art-related events and activities for students and families in collaboration with the St. Louis Art Museum and other local institutions.
We are proud of our innovative collaborations with AFS, Vitendo for Africa, and the Quest Scholarship Fund. Together we provide meaningful programs and support services to African and International students and families both here and abroad.
Social justice is of critical importance to the chapter. Over the years we have supported voter education, voter registration drives, and issue advocacy.
The Archway (MO) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated is recognized locally, regionally, and nationally for its excellent programming. The chapter is featured in the 2021 Best Practices Book for the Central Area of the Links, Incorporated.
President's Message
In 2023 The Archway (MO) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated celebrated its 30th anniversary of friendship and service. It has been an amazing 3 decades. We are proud of our past contributions and eagerly look forward to continuing to make a difference in the future of our community. Our impactful programs promote activities focused on health, education, social justice, and the arts for the benefit of the Greater St. Louis region and beyond
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About The Links, Incorporated
The Links, Incorporated is an international, not-for-profit corporation established in 1946. The membership consists of more than 17,000 professional women of African descent in 299 chapters in 41 states, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of the Bahamas, and the United Kingdom. It is one of the nation's oldest and largest volunteer service organizations of extraordinary women committed to enriching, sustaining and ensuring the culture and economic survival of African Americans and other persons of African ancestry. Members of The Links, Incorporated contribute more than 1 million documented hours of community service annually — strengthening their communities and enhancing the nation. For more information, visit www.linksinc.org.