Rep. Bell to Attend Joint Session of Congress with Keisha Lee, CEO of Annie Malone Children & Family Services

Washington, D.C.- Today, Representative Wesley Bell (D-Mo.) announced that he will be attending tomorrow's Joint Session of Congress alongside Keisha Lee, CEO of Annie Malone Children & Family Services. Their joint appearance underscores the need to provide critical federal support for community services that have suffered from President Trump's recent proposed funding freeze and budget cuts.

"The Trump administration's proposed cuts to critical programs like Medicaid and food assistance programs will directly harm the people of St. Louis," Rep. Bell said. "These cuts are not just numbers on a spreadsheet-they mean fewer services for vulnerable families, fewer resources for children in need, and greater strain on community organizations like Annie Malone Children & Family Services. We need urgent action to not only oppose these cuts but to invest more in these critical programs-because no child should suffer just so billionaires can get another tax break."

About Annie Malone Children & Family Services
Named in honor of pioneering entrepreneur and philanthropist Annie Malone, the organization is devoted to empowering children and families across the region. Through innovative early childhood education programs, family support initiatives, and community enrichment services, Annie Malone Children & Family Services works tirelessly to create nurturing environments that enable every child to reach their full potential.

About Keisha Lee

Keisha Lee was born in St. Louis, Missouri and has served as CEO of Annie Malone Children & Family Services since 2022. Lee received her Bachelor of Science degree from Lindenwood University, and more recently completed Washington University Olin Business School's Business Management for Nonprofit Leaders program. One of her greatest contributions to the community is with several leading organizations within St. Louis she has worked with, including Emmaus Homes, St. Louis Arc, Nestle Purina North America, and Enterprise Holdings. Additionally, Lee's community experience expands further to being an alumna of CORO Women in Leadership, the FOCUS St. Louis Emerging Leaders Program, and a member of the St. Louis County NAACP, the Regional Business Council's Leadership 100, and the Greater Ville Collaborative.

As the head of the Annie Malone organization, Lee continues to provide outstanding leadership to directors and the administrative staff. Throughout her entire career, we have seen Lee become a calm, incorruptible, and undefeated wind of change in her world. While struggle is inevitable, Lee eventually finds that calm within the chaos. Keisha Lee is truly incredible. That is why many would consider her one of the most impactful individuals in the social services industry.