Everyone Deserves
A Fresh Start
Supporting our brothers and sisters in the Bootheel through practical programs and initiatives
GET INVOLVED!
Current Programs:
Fresh Start offers countless programs for you and your family in the Southeast Missouri Bootheel area. From basketball camps to Strengthening Families, we are dedicated to the growth and development of the Bootheel community. Register today to get involved!
Summer
Camp
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Youth Basketball
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Tutoring Program
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Summer Food Program
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Strengthening Families
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Fathers on
the Move
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Alive
and Well
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SOC-Saving Our Community
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FAMILY ACTIVITIES
Upcoming Events
Fresh Start offers events for families and loved ones. Check out what we currently have to offer.
If you need more information or have questions, please reach out directly to our team through the CONTACT US page.
Fathers and Families Festival
Saturday, May 13, 2023; 11am-3pm – Mississippi County
Where: Charles R Williams Park
Corner of Lafayette and Elm Street
Charleston, MO 63834
Activities: Face-painting, Door Prizes, Bouncy Houses
FREE Food
FOR ALL AGES!
GET TO KNOW OUR WHY
About Us
Here at Fresh Start, our desire to give individuals a chance for a better life goes much further than our name. We have a long list of programs and community events that seek to educate, empower, and uplift our beloved Bootheel community.
Our Vision
We have a strong emphasis on children and families as we make sure that we provide them with the tools that will enhance their ability to lead a productive life. This is mission work; therefore, we recognize the need to allow the creator to lead our footsteps in all endeavors.
Our Mission
Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for the residents of Mississippi County through individuals, families, services and community-based programming that leads to a life of self-sustainability.
Learn more about the programs we offer and take the FIRST STEP towards a better future.
OUR TEAM
Meet our Staff
Our amazing team of regular and part-time volunteers are committed to helping others. We take our convictions and turn them into action. Think you would be a good fit? Get in touch for more information!
Lester Gillespie
CEO & Director
lestergillespie@yahoo.com
Kimberly Capone
Office Manager/
Administrative Assistant
kcapone@freshstartselfimprovementcenter.org
Charles Rush
Community Outreach
Specialist
Daisy Hall
Accounting
Nicole Johnson
Kitchen Staff
Pamela Gillespie
Kitchen Supervisor
Don Patton
Fathers on the Move Program Consultant
dp10007@midwest.net
