In 1858, Reverend Louis Nollau accepted the first child in the German Protestant Orphan's Home with the goal to offer children a place where they could heal and feel safe. Today, 150 years later and now known as ECH, we are still striving to keep Reverend Nollau's dream alive.
A Young Volunteer Helps Many
A sophomore at Whitfield High School, Emily Esther, was searching for the perfect project for her Girl Scout Gold Award. She knew that she wanted to do something for children and families in the foster care system. A family friend suggested ECH Every Child’s Hope. Learn how she helped the families and children served by ECH.

 | My Buddy Program Mentors Needed in St. Louis ECH strives to offer the children living on our campus a holistic approach to their care. We work to match each child up with a "buddy," someone who can mentor them.
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