The Mission Attempt Charity

08/16/2026

The Mission Attempt was thrilled to be honored Saturday, Aug. 8, as a Change Agent Visionary Award Winner at The Michael Brown Sr. Chosen For Change Organization’s 2026 Black Ball, The event honors an incredible group of individuals and organizations whose dedication, service, and commitment continue to create meaningful change within our communities. Teona McGhaw-Ward and Trevion McGhaw received the award on behalf of our organization.
- https://mailchi.mp/missionattemptstl/black-ball-2026-change-agent-honoree

08/09/2026

In the community: The Mission Attempt helped more than 120 families connect with school supplies in partnership with the National Council of Jewish Women - STL. - https://mailchi.mp/missionattemptstl/back-to-school-2026-tma

07/26/2026

See the photos: Jolly July Gala 2026! - https://mailchi.mp/missionattemptstl/jolly-july-2026-highlights-6755958

07/20/2026

Our Mission Attempt Jolly July Keynote speaker Precious Barry.

07/17/2026

Tomorrow, hear from our donor voice Nancy Nix-Rice. She’s not only a donor, we collaborate with her organization with the back to school drive. She has supported the Mission Attempt from day one. Learn more about the work she does in the community.

07/17/2026

Tomorrow hear from our keynote speaker Precious Barry.

07/16/2026

Our Jolly July this Saturday is SOLD OUT. We would like to thank our sponsors and everyone that purchased tickets to attend. For a full list of our 2026 supporters visit www.missionattemptstl.org

07/14/2026

Our July Show Me Something Good segment on Show Me St. Louis highlights the good work of The Mission Attempt, a nonprofit that gives gifts to children and families in need during the holidays, helps pay Ameren bills on Juneteenth, celebrates fathers on Father's Day and uplifts local businesses during its annual Jolly July fundraiser.

One of the honorees this year is Stevie's Jailhouse Kitchen, where the owner, Steven Lamonz Gilliam, is selling his prison food recipes for top dollar and demand along with his book, From Jailhouse Noodles to Nachos to Net Profit.

Catch it here:

Discover how Stevie's Jailhouse Kitchen became a symbol of hope and resilience, earning him a community award. Could comfort food really change lives?

07/10/2026