Helping individuals and families earn economic independence through financial education, development services and low-cost banking options.
At Prosperity Connection, we believe in the power of financial education and the transformational results it can bring to the community. So, in working with our social service and community partners, we created the Excel Center®, a destination point and trusted source for FREE financial literacy classes, individual, goal-focused financial coaching, life skills education, professional development, and much more. The Excel Center offers a platform to promote and encourage self-sufficiency and financial dignity through the power of education and development services.
Office Hours: M-Th (9-4:30 pm) and Friday (9-1:30 pm). By Appointment Only.
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Prosperity Connection has launched two RedDough® Money Centers to serve the St. Louis metro area: Pagedale and South St. Louis City. RedDough is a small-dollar loan store that also offers check cashing and other alternative banking services. We provide an affordable alternative to traditional check cashing and payday lending, while presenting a true pathway to economic independence. In addition, its mission is to give back to the communities it serves by providing resources to support financial education, scholarships and various social services.
Learn MoreMeet Our Financial Coaches
Robert Nelson V
Financial Coach - South City, St. Louis
Robert’s true passion is helping people achieve their goals no matter what they may be.
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Sara Middendorf
Financial Coach - South City, St. Louis
Sara knows financial capability looks different for everyone, and she works hard to foster financial empowerment for others.
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Alnita Smiley
Financial Coach - Old North, St. Louis
Alnita believes that financial education and literacy go hand in hand with an individual’s all around well-being.
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Evette Baker
Financial Coach - Pagedale/24:1 Community
Evette believes that knowledge is essential to growth – both personal and financial.
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Allyn Harris Dault
Financial Coach - Pagedale/24:1 Community
Allyn believes that personal growth and financial empowerment are partners. His goal is to encourage people to connect with the best versions of themselves, which in turn helps them discover ways to improve their financial capability.
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Meghan Gardner
Financial Coach - St. John
Meghan believes finances are unique to each individual and that everyone would benefit from creating a roadmap to their dreams through financial coaching.
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