Dr. Melissa Stickel
Executive Director

Welcome!

Community Partnership of Southeast Missouri (CPSEMO) celebrates 35 years of strengthening communities through education, advocacy, and self-sufficiency.

This milestone reflects CPSEMO's dedication to:

  • Reducing strain on resources

  • Enhancing safety

  • Uplifting individuals, children, and families

CPSEMO proudly serves 14 direct-service counties and 101 indirect-service counties across the region.

This year, CPSEMO celebrates the legacy of Mary C. Kasten, whose vision of compassion and community empowerment continues to inspire. Her work fostered lasting positive change, and her memory drives CPSEMO’s mission forward.

Join CPSEMO in making a difference!

Contact Dr. Melissa Stickel, Executive Director, to schedule a facility tour or discuss partnership opportunities.

Board of Directors

  • Amy Carter

    Amy Carter

    Secretary

  • Joy Rubi

    Joy Rubi

    Neighborhood Representative

  • Joe Uzoaru

    Joe Uzoaru

  • Wayne Wallingford

  • MaKenya Owens

    Interagency Council President

  • Chris Long