The Covering House

04/26/2026

Part of our mission is to raise awareness and understanding of the issues of trafficking and exploitation in our community. Staff often goes to the Missouri State Capitol to achieve this. During one of those trips, a member of our staff was invited to speak at the podium. She shared many valuable insights, including what you hear in this video. It is important for survivors to have their voices heard, not only in their personal lives, but also in legislative chambers, so we are grateful that we had the opportunity to share at the Capitol.

04/24/2026

We are in awe! Thank you for going all in with us to help youth heal.

The night incredibly fun and it was also so meaningful. Not only because of the Casino Royale theme, special video from a survivor, and stunning outfits, but most importantly, because of the generous ways over 280 people stood up for children and teens healing after s*x trafficking and exploitation. Together, we raised $311,000— more funds for the mission than at any other Dine for Dignity Gala. It certainly was, as we heard from many attendees, “the best one yet!”

Thank you all for your tremendous generosity. We are so grateful!

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day! 🌎 To help the environment and beautify our New Campus, The Covering House staff and volunteers recently got their hands dirty planting trees, shrubs, and flowers. Thank you to everyone who helped!

These plants were generously donated to us, and we couldn't be more grateful! Thank you so much to Steven May and Alexis Fisher who brought the plants all the way from Augusta, Georgia. Thank you to Forrest and John, from E. Meier Contracting who manned the equipment and dug ALL the holes for us. Thank you to Scott Metz, president of E. Meier Contracting and Rich Svindland, president of Missouri American Water, who arranged the skid steer and augers we needed to unload and plant all those trees and shrubs. Thank you to Keeven Brothers Sod Farms for donating the sod and Four Seasons Landscaping for grading and installing the sod. Our campus looks so green because of you all! Thank you for your generosity.

04/19/2026

Today marks the start of National Crime Victims' Rights Week (NCVRW). The purpose of this special week is to empower victims of crime, honor professionals and volunteers who serve them, and raise awareness. Victims deserve the right to Safety, Dignity, and Freedom this week and all weeks.

04/17/2026

PURCHASE TODAY! Don't miss out on the opportunity to win an all-inclusive tropical vacation to one of three resorts in the Dominican Republic or one of five in Mexico or a delicious bottle of Pappy's Bourbon. Today is your LAST CHANCE to help survivors while also entering to win!

The raffles will close on Friday, April 17 at 11:59pm. Raffle tickets will be drawn at the event on Saturday, April 18 and winners not in attendance will be notified on Monday, April 20. Raffle tickets are not tax-deductible.

Link to purchase:

Your purchase of a raffle ticket helps youth heal from the trauma of s*x trafficking and exploitation. #1 Pappy's Bourbon Raffle - Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Buy 1 ticket for $25 or 5

04/15/2026

Our team is dedicated to sharing the word about The Covering House and recruiting the best possible candidates to care for our clients. Pictured is a member of our team talking to young professionals at a local university's college career fair. If there is an upcoming event you would like to see us attend, please reach out! We love getting out in our community and talking to people.

04/13/2026

The girls had an amazing time celebrating Easter! They each got their own Easter basket thanks to the generous support of our donors and the work of our amazing staff putting them together. We hope you had a Hoppy Easter too! 🐰

04/10/2026

Join us tomorrow, Saturday April 11 from 2pm - 3:30pm at the Benny Gordon Rec. Complex (33 E. Glendale Rd.) to hear from representatives of The Covering House about what we are doing to help child survivors of exploitation and tips on how to keep the children in your life safe. See flyer for additional details. See you there!

04/09/2026

Last chance! Get your raffle tickets today or you'll miss out on the opportunity to win an all-inclusive tropical vacation to one of three resorts in the Dominican Republic or one of five in Mexico or a delicious bottle of Pappy's Bourbon.

The raffles will close on Friday, April 17 at 11:59pm. Raffle tickets will be drawn at the event on Saturday, April 18 and winners not in attendance will be notified on Monday, April 20. Raffle tickets are not tax-deductible.

Link to purchase: https://funraise.org/give/The-Covering-House/ca395258-c55e-4228-ac2d-c805861fc8a6

04/07/2026

If you are interested in learning more about what we are doing to help child survivors of exploitation and tips on how to keep the children in your life safe, while also sipping on some delicious coffee in the heart of a vibrant neighborhood - join us for a Coffee Chat! On Saturday April 11 from 2pm - 3:30pm at the Benny Gordon Rec. Complex (33 E. Glendale Rd.) in Webster Groves, representatives from The Covering House will be presenting and answering any questions you may have regarding how to protect your children from exploitation. See flyer for additional details. We hope you will join us!

04/04/2026

Thank you to our incredibly generous Dine for Dignity Gala Sponsors! We could not do the work we do without their support! They help provide Safety, Dignity, and Freedom to each and every child that comes into our care. We are so excited to see them on April 18!

Safety Sponsor
Missouri American Water

Dignity Sponsors
J.F. Electric, Incorporated
Utilitra
Haberberger Inc.

Refuge Sponsors
Redeemed Industries
Clayco
Chris & Jill Burke
Greg & Dedee Lhamon
The Wilde Family
Grimco

Hope Sponsors
KAI HOUSE Design & Build
Maritz
MEI-Total Elevator Solutions
Travis Hesser - State Farm Insurance Agent
Marcie & Jeff Meystrik
Steve & Natalie Wolfe
Steve & Laurie Milburn

Wine Sponsor
Adam Puchta Winery

04/01/2026

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month.

Education is one of the most critical ways we can help prevent s*x trafficking and exploitation. That is why we are expanding our Reducing the Risk program. Reducing the Risk is an interactive, educational set of 5 presentations that teaches children about trafficking, internet safety, healthy boundaries, and consent. It gives youth the tools they need to keep themselves safe. To help expand this effort, donate today using this link https://www.thecoveringhouse.org/rtr.

We also offer presentations to community groups, businesses, churches, and more in an effort to educate adults on how to protect their children. Book a presentation today at https://tch.socialsolutionsportal.com/apricot-intake/9ea10018-0e8d-4f73-8444-5000fa0cb92c.