The Community Action Agency of St. Louis County (CAASTLC)
Individual and Family ServicesMissouri, United States51-200 Employees
The Community Action Agency of St. Louis County (CAASTLC) is a nonprofit organization operating within the broader network of federally funded Community Action Agencies that work to help low-income individuals and families move toward self-sufficiency. Based in Overland, Missouri, the agency serves residents of St. Louis County by providing programmatic services aimed at stabilizing and enriching vulnerable households. Founded in 1968 as Metroplex, Inc. and evolving through name changes to STEP, Inc., the organization has a multi-decade history of delivering anti-poverty programs to the local community and currently serves tens of thousands of low-income residents annually. CAASTLC operates in the individual and family services sector, focusing on pathways to empowerment and long-term self-sufficiency. Its activities are grounded in the national framework established by the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964, and the agency continues to participate in efforts to connect families with resources and support systems that address immediate needs and foster lasting improvements. A recent partnership development with Ameren Missouri supports assisting eligible customers with energy assistance programs, reflecting ongoing collaboration with external organizations to expand service reach.