Freedom Community Center

Our documentary ‘We Survived: Stories of Liberation’ IS OUT NOW!‼️‼️ Directed by: @CamiCruzThomas More than half of St. Louis’s budget goes to the carceral system and yet we are not more safe. Learn more about transformative possibilities. Tune in at freedomstl.org

Samuel Hayes Jr. should still be alive. There’s no justice at the Justice Center. #NOMOREJAILDEATHS

We need you to show up for us on #Give828 Day! 📢 This Thursday, @FCCStLouis is joining #Give828 — a national day of giving that supports Black-led and Black-benefiting organizations. Help us raise $5,000 to sustain our movement! Give Early Now ➡️ linktr.ee/fccstlouis

Our work is not done. Get ready for Phase 3 ✊🏾 @fccstlouis is partnering with @inpowerinstitute and the Black Healers Collective to deepen our commitment to our neighbors on the Northside. Donate to @fccstlouis to sustain our tornado relief efforts ➡️ linktr.ee/fccstlouis

Last Monday, our Alternatives to Incarceration (ATI) process participants experienced a powerful class facilitated by @stlBlackRep exploring accountability through theater! 🎭 Thank you @stlBlackRep for bringing out the light in our participants! 🎊

Last Saturday, we celebrated Mike Brown Jr. at the 2025 BlackBall Fundraiser: "Building a Legacy From Pain to Purpose" hosted by @chosenforchange ✊🏾 @fccstlouis is honored to be among this year's incredible awardees recognized for making a meaningful impact in our community 👏🏾

On this day, August 9, we remember and honor Mike Brown Jr., your life, legacy, and the unstoppable revolution you sparked. We will never forget you, and we will never stop fighting for Black liberation against state violence in your name. Mike Brown Forever.

Last Friday, we were honored to gather with Ferguson Frontliners in remembrance of Mike Brown Jr.'s life, light, and legacy. Together, we rebuilt his memorial and witnessed the strength of Cal, Mike Brown Sr., and our community of activists committed to keeping his memory alive.

You’re invited to celebrate Black August with us! Join us for a special "Black August" PowerBuilders Meet-Up on Thursday, August 14 at Mission STL to build community, gain political education, and create your own Black August commitments ✊🏾 Register Now! linktr.ee/fccstlouis

In Black August, we embody the fight for our freedom ✊🏾 This month, we study, fast, fight, and train to commemorate fallen Black political prisoners and freedom fighters and continue the legacy of radical resistance 🙌🏾 Follow @fccstlouis for our special #BlackAugust events.

We're celebrating Black August! ✊🏾 Join us in commemorating the political prisoners and revolutionaries forwarding the Black Freedom Struggle. Save the Dates! 🙌🏾 This Black August, @FCCStLouis is committing to collective resistance and wellness through joy, study, and action.

Jail should not be a death sentence. #NoMoreJailDeaths. We invite you to join us in honoring the life and legacy of Samuel Hayes Jr. with his grieving family this Saturday for a Balloon Release. 🎈Please Bring White and Blue Balloons 🎈

Jail should not be a death sentence. #NoMoreJailDeaths. We stand in grief and solidarity with Samuel Hayes Jr’s family and all the families we've organized with for the past 5 years, who are directly impacted by the inexcusable deaths of now 20 people in the CJC since 2020.

We need you for Phase 2! ✊🏾 @FCCStLouis is partnering with @PreventEd and Power Creative to serve the long-term needs of North City residents impacted by the tornado. Volunteer Sign-Up is now OPEN! ✅ linktr.ee/fccstlouis Thank you to our amazing volunteers. 🙌🏾 #WeKeepUsSafe

We are overwhelmed with gratitude! Following the May 16 tornado, @FCCStLouis has remained committed to serving the immediate needs of impacted families. Now, with @Prevent_Ed and Power Creative STL, we are transitioning into Phase 2, serving residents’ long-term needs ✊🏾

Last Thursday, our Power Builders came together to combat gentrification in our community ✊🏾 We're grateful to have hosted more than 30 people to learn about gentrification and dream, strategize, and come up with their own budget for the community. Follow @FCCStLouis for more!

Join us this Thursday from 6-8 pm to learn how to fight gentrification and protect Black neighborhoods in St. Louis. Power Builders centers survivors of interpersonal, state, and systemic violence. Dinner will be served. We’re excited to see you! Register: linktr.ee/fccstlouis

On this day, June 19, 1865, we celebrate the historical legacy of #Juneteenth — when more than 250,000 enslaved Black people were told they were free, two years after the Emancipation Proclamation went into effect in 1863. Follow @fccstlouis and stay tuned for updates.

Save the Date! Join us in building Black power on #GiveSTLDay — Thursday, May 8. We need your help to grow our movement. Early Giving is open! Our goal is to raise $10,000 to support our transformative work with survivors of violence. Donate today! linktr.ee/fccstlouis

Join us at our upcoming Power Builders x #NoMoreJailDeaths Crossover on Thursday, May 8, from 6-8 PM. We will provide updates on the No More Jail Deaths campaign and teach you how to give public testimony. Open to All — Register Now! linktr.ee/fccstlouis

You're invited to our 2025 Power Builders season kick-off! Join us Friday, April 25, from 1-4pm. We're launching the season with a day of fun, food, and fellowship. We will celebrate by canvassing in Jeff Vander Lou, the Ville, and Kingsway East. Register Now! Link in Bio.