Our History:
111 Years of Caroling to Benefit Children
The St. Louis Christmas Carols Association began when William H. Danforth and a group of friends decided to bring joy and good will to their neighbors by caroling outside their homes. Initially, they did not plan to collect money, but found listeners gave money when they sang. Being philanthropic businessmen, they donated the funds to the Children’s Aid Society, the organization’s first beneficiary, to help underserved kids throughout the following year.
StLCCA is functioning as a stand alone organization, sending carolers out to spread cheer into local neighborhoods for a great cause.
Singers from the StLCCA included those from local public and private schools including SLPS students, and Rosati Kain HS sing for the Mayor, as they still do each year to this day!
The Danforth family has continued to provide leadership for this wonderful organization as we enter our second century. We are grateful for the leadership of Donald Danforth, Dr. William H. Danforth, and Donald Danforth III through the years.
StLCCA produces several records and concert events to raise money for local children’s charities in addition to coordinating caroling in our community.
StLCCA celebrates 75 years of spreading cheer and supporting St. Louis Kids