Epilepsy Foundation of Missouri and Kansas

06/08/2026

Living with epilepsy can mean navigating fatigue, memory difficulties, medication side effects, stress sensitivity, and more. By learning about these challenges, we can build a more informed and supportive community for people living with epilepsy. 💜

06/04/2026

Yesterday, the Epilepsy Foundation of Missouri & Kansas had the pleasure of providing a Seizure Recognition and First Aid training for the wonderful team at Artists First!

Artists First is a St. Louis-based nonprofit that empowers artists of all abilities through accessible, inclusive creative experiences. Their person-centered approach helps individuals explore their artistic potential while building community, confidence, and connection. We encourage you to learn more about the incredible work they do at www.artistsfirststl.org.

Did you know that we provide free trainings for schools, businesses, community organizations, and anyone interested in learning how to respond to a seizure safely and confidently?

If your organization would like to schedule a free virtual or in-person Seizure Recognition and First Aid training, we'd love to hear from you!

05/26/2026

We’re so excited to share this amazing poster created by our community member, Tony, for this year’s Seize the Day 5K run/walk in St. Louis 💜

Tony will also be back again this year leading the 1-mile walk on August 15th, and we can’t wait to see our community come together for such a meaningful day of awareness, support, and connection.

Be sure to save the date and register today!
💜 August 15, 2026
🏃 Seize the Day 5K & 1-Mile Walk at Kirkwood Park

Register here: https://pro.gofundme.com/event/2026-st-louis-seize-the-day-5k-run-walk/e758886

05/22/2026

We are so grateful for the Bingman Foundation, the Bingman family and Bingman Constructions for choosing EFMK as the beneficiary for their charity golf tournament yesterday. We really appreciate their generosity and community leadership that will make a meaningful difference for individuals and families impacted by epilepsy throughout our community. We also want to thank all of the tournament sponsors, volunteers and participants. It was a beautiful day with an important purpose!

05/20/2026

We are so grateful for the support of PLB!

The Epilepsy Foundation of Missouri and Kansas Receives Funding from The Productive Living Board of St. Louis County.

At its May board meeting, the Productive Living Board of St. Louis County (PLB) approved a $24,822 investment in EFMK’s Independent Living Program and Education Program.

In FY27, PLB approved $31,787,562 in total community investments supporting more than 4,600 individuals and families across St. Louis County. These publicly funded services help residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) live more independently and participate fully in their communities.

Learn more about PLB at PLBoard.com

05/19/2026

The Epilepsy Foundation of Missouri and Kansas Receives Funding from the St. Louis Office for Developmental Disability Resources.

We are extremely grateful for the funding from DD Resources to help fund our life changing programs in the city of St. Louis.

At its May board meeting, the St. Louis Office for Developmental Disability Resources (DD Resources) approved a $44,148 investment in EFMK's Independent Living Program and Education Program.

In FY27, DD Resources approved $7,654,593 in total community investments supporting almost 1,600 individuals and families across St. Louis City. These publicly funded services help residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) live more independently in an inclusive community that maximizes individual abilities.

Through this partnership, DD Resources and EFMK are working together to ensure all individuals with developmental disabilities have access to quality services, choice, greater independence, and full inclusion in community life.

Learn more about DD Resources at STLDD.org

05/12/2026

Only 7 camper spots left! 💜 Camp You Can is an AMAZING camping experience for everyone! See below for more information 👇 June 27-30 Sign up today!

https://www.midwestyoucan.org/camp-youcan/

05/07/2026

💜We’re sending a HUGE thank you to everyone who has supported us today for Give STL Day. There’s still time to show your support and come together to uplift nonprofits and those living with epilepsy in our community– donate at www.givestlday.org/organization/Efmk!

05/01/2026

💜Save the date! 💜Thursday, May 7, will be a day of generosity in St. Louis. Get excited and ready to share your enthusiasm for EFMK on Give STL Day! Early Giving is Now Open! If you would like to support EFMK and individuals living with epilepsy in our community, please click here: https://www.givestlday.org/organization/Efmk

04/23/2026

Meet Amanda! She is a Saint Louis University student studying neuroscience on the pre-med track and a dedicated epilepsy advocate. Living with epilepsy herself, she shares her journey with honesty to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and support others. Through her involvement with the Epilepsy Foundation of Missouri and Kansas and the Teen and Young Adult Board, Amanda is committed to using her voice to empower others and create meaningful change. Check out her article!

My epilepsy diagnosis is a life changing experience; but it is not an experience that I let take over my life.