The Next Step

The Next Step

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The Next Step is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides tuition assistance to individuals active in a 12-step recovery program from alcohol or substance use disorder who demonstrate financial need and are pursuing an academic or vocational education. For more information or to apply for a scholarship, visit our website at www.thenextstepstl.org.

04/14/2026

Applications closed April 1, and just look at these numbers!
🌟 200 applicants this year: 165 in STL and 35 in KC
🌟 16% increase in STL and 52% in KC from last year
🌟 In 5 years, applications have increased 174% overall
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The next step for our applicants is scholarship interviews, beginning on April 21st. We can't wait to meet them!

Want to support our growth? Consider a donation at www.thenextstepstl.org/donate.

02/25/2026

πŸŽ“ πŸ’™ πŸ“š Are you ready to take the next step in your education? The Next Step is now accepting scholarship applications for individuals in 12-step recovery programs from substance use disorder!

πŸ“… Deadline: April 1, 2026
πŸ“ Must live in the St. Louis OR KC metro area
πŸ’‘ Funding available for undergrad, grad, PhD, vocational, and technical programs!
πŸ“‘ Apply at www.thenextstepstl.org/apply

We encourage you to apply if you're in a 12-step recovery program and meet the requirements! Learn more at thenextstepstl.org/apply or text/call Darcy G. at 314-378-9515.

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10097 Manchester Road, Suite 207
St. Louis, MO
63122