Number 392 September 4, 2026 St. Louis

Celebrating the Power of Partnership

Investing in Stronger Communities.

There is always something worth celebrating when great partners come together for an even greater purpose!

Justine PETERSEN is proud to recognize the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines, along with Montgomery Bank, American Bank of Freedom, Enterprise Bank & Trust, and Stifel Bank, for their generous contributions and continued partnership in helping strengthen the communities we serve.

The Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines has a long history of supporting financial institutions and community development efforts throughout its district. Through investments in affordable housing and community-focused initiatives, FHLB Des Moines and its member institutions help create opportunities that reach far beyond dollars and cents. These investments can help families find stability, support economic development, strengthen neighborhoods, and create pathways toward a better financial future.

For Justine PETERSEN, partnerships like these make our work possible.

The support of Montgomery Bank, American Bank of Freedom, Enterprise Bank & Trust, and Stifel Bank allows us to continue meeting people where they are, expanding access to responsible capital, supporting homeownership, helping small businesses grow, and giving individuals and families the tools they need to build lasting financial assets.

To each of these incredible partners, THANK YOU!

Thank you for believing in our mission, investing in our communities, and recognizing what is possible when financial institutions and community organizations work together with a shared purpose.

At Justine PETERSEN, we know that meaningful change does not happen alone. It happens through strong relationships, shared commitments, and partners who are willing to invest in the potential of people and communities.

We are incredibly grateful to have these organizations standing alongside us, and we look forward to continuing the work together!

Here’s to partnership, opportunity, and stronger communities!

GREENCUBATOR NEWSFLASH!

The GREENCUBATOR crew is out and about in St. Louis this weekend, and we’ve got some delicious news to share!

CHEF HEIDI IS HEADED TO THE JAPANESE FESTIVAL!

Chef Heidi of Taberu St. Louis will be at the Japanese Festival at the Missouri Botanical Garden all weekend long, showcasing the beautiful art of sushi!

Missouri Botanical Garden

September 5-6: 9 AM–9 PM

September 7: 9 AM–5 PM

If you’re heading to the festival, make sure you stop by and see Chef Heidi in action!

GOOD VIBES. GOOD PIES. AND MORE PLACES TO FIND THEM!

Our friends at Mister Handpie continue to grow beyond the GREENCUBATOR! You can now find their handpies around town at Straub’s, Local Harvest Grocery, The London Tea Room, and Maypop Coffee & Garden Shop.

We LOVE seeing GREENCUBATOR entrepreneurs taking their creations from the kitchen and out into the community.

That’s your GREENCUBATOR NEWSFLASH! Stay tuned because there’s always something cooking at Justine PETERSEN’s GREENCUBATOR.

Your Family Has Housing Rights

Equal Access. Equal Opportunity.

A home should be a place where everyone has the opportunity to live independently and comfortably.

People with disabilities have important protections under fair housing laws. Housing providers may be required to make reasonable accommodations to rules, policies, practices, or services when necessary for a person with a disability to fully use and enjoy their home.

Accessibility is part of fair housing.

Know your rights and don’t be afraid to ask questions about reasonable accommodations.

Upcoming Events!

Heads Held High Boutique & Candy Store’s Grand Opening!

We are excited to share that Head Over Heels Boutique and Candy Store will be opening its doors this Saturday, September 5th, 2026. Josie Ladd is the owner and a client of ours, and we could not be happier for the boutique! Information is on the flyer.

ICCC Will Host a Spectacular Event: Grow Your Business

We’re excited to share that Justine PETERSEN will be featured as part of the Resource Panel for Inner City Capital Connections (ICCC)!

ICCC is a national business accelerator built for growth-stage entrepreneurs who are ready to strengthen their businesses, sharpen their strategy, access capital, and SCALE. Through executive education, peer learning, coaching, and capital readiness support, entrepreneurs get the tools and connections they need to keep moving forward.

And that’s where JP comes in!

Justine PETERSEN will be joining the conversation as a resource panelist and one of ICCC’s Capital Coaches, helping entrepreneurs better understand their funding options and how to become capital-ready.

Could this be you or a business you know?

ICCC is currently looking to enroll approximately 25 more businesses that are:

In operation for at least 3 years

Generating $150,000+ in annual revenue

Ready to GROW, SCALE, and explore what’s next

Know a business that would be a great fit? Send them our way! We’d be happy to make a warm introduction, or you can nominate a business directly through ICCC’s online nomination form.

This is the kind of room we LOVE seeing entrepreneurs in: resources, relationships, capital, and opportunities to grow.

Let’s get some St. Louis businesses in that room!

For more information, click the button below or go to icic.org/iccc/apply

Know Your Rights. Be Prepared.

Deaconess Foundation and the Missouri Voter Protection Coalition are hosting two voter education sessions covering voting rights, election updates, misinformation, voter protections, and more. MOVPC is a nonpartisan statewide voter protection network.

Sept. 8 | 10 AM–12 PM
For organizations, community leaders & those sharing voter information. Lunch provided.

Sept. 14 | 6–8 PM
For individual voters & community members. Dinner provided.

Learn more about MOVPC: movpc.org

Are You Looking for a Loan with Better Terms?

DO YOU HAVE A HIGH-INTEREST AUTO LOAN?

Are you looking to SAVE on interest and reduce your monthly payments?

If you have made consecutive payments for the last 6 months, you may qualify!

Eligibility Criteria:

Current Auto Loan Amount: $20,000 or less

Current Interest Rate: 15% or higher

Learn more

We Will be Closed Monday!

Enjoy your weekend!

JP Family Corner

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Employee of the Month!

Ladies and gentlemen, we gather today to honor a man of many passions: soccer, classic rock, and speaking at a pace that suggests absolutely nothing in this world is an emergency.

Yes, it’s Matt Chandler!

Matt is the kind of guy who could walk into complete chaos, look around, and say, “Yeahhhh… we’ll figure it out.”

And somehow… he does.

Want to get Matt talking? Mention soccer. Want him to keep talking? Disagree with him about soccer. Want to completely lose track of your afternoon? Ask him which era of rock music was the best.

But behind that wonderfully laid-back demeanor is someone who works hard, supports his team, and brings his own unmistakable personality to Justine PETERSEN.

So crank up the classic rock, put the match on, and please give a very relaxed round of applause for our Employee of the Month, Matt Chandler! ⚽🎸🏆

Congratulations, Matt.

Take your time getting up here. We know you will.