Giving Guide 2022-2023

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Count your blessings and find the joy of giving

AS THANKSGIVING

NEARS, our thoughts turn to family, friends, togetherness, and feelings of gratitude. It’s the perfect time of year to publish our annual Giving Guide, which shines a spotlight on those who make a difference in the lives of our community. The Giving Guide reminds us to count our many blessings and proves that there is great joy in helping others.

The Capital Region’s Giving Guide was established in hopes of making those donation decisions a little eas ier. It is my hope that the stories in this special publi cation will speak to your heart and guide you as you plan your own philanthropy for 2023. For your con venience, you can click on our website (inRegister. com/GIVE), browse the nonprofits and click to do nate or get more information. I also encourage you to go to www.225GIVES.org to view the list of nonprofits that have participated in the past. And National Giving Tuesday is November 29.

I am also happy to shine a light on the very special individuals who will be honored by the Greater Baton Rouge chapter of the Association of Fundraising Pro fessionals when it presents its 32nd National Philan thropy Celebration on Tuesday, Nov. 8. inRegister magazine is proud to again serve as a sponsor for the event (a cocktail celebration this year) at the Renais sance Hotel. (See page 7 for details.)

And finally—special thanks to our generous spon sors this year—Baton Rouge Clinic, Nucor Steel Loui siana, EBR Parish Library, and Campus Federal Credit Union, who have helped make the Giving Guide pos sible. Please keep this publication for future refer ence. Your ongoing generous donation of time, talent and treasure make a big difference in the lives of those who desperately need a helping hand.

Sincerely,

JULIO MELARA Chairman & CEO, Melara Enterprises

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Outstanding compassion, generous hearts

THE GREATER BATON ROUGE chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals marks its 32nd National Philanthropy Celebration by proudly recognizing the 2022 AFP Award recipients on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 4:30-7 p.m., at the Renaissance Hotel. These individuals, families, and businesses have improved the quality of life for many in our community with caring, compassion and generous hearts.

2022 National Philanthropy Awards

The Greater Baton Rouge chapter meets the second Tuesday of each month in person or virtually. For more information, visit the website at afpglobal.org , follow the group on Facebook, or contact Tammy Abshire, CFRE, at 337.501.5696 or at afpbatonrouge@gmail.com .

You Search – We Find!

The East Baton Rouge Parish Library provides access and connects people to information, resources, materials, technology, and experiences to make a positive difference in their lives. Dynamic, technologically advanced facilities with innovation and maker spaces. A new South branch almost ready for construction and renovations planned for Baker and Scotlandville branches. Increased technological services. Expanded online Digital Library offerings. More meeting spaces. Career Center employment assistance and workforce training and skills development—even with augmented and virtual reality! Small Business Services. The Grants Center. And more online classes and databases than ever.

Your nationally acclaimed Library continues to increase services for the community. The Library not only offers 14 convenient locations open 7 days a week, but also inspiring spaces for personal discovery, life-long learning, community meetings and access to free cultural and educational programs, services, and resources all year. And the best part is—it’s FRE E.

As we continue to expand our workforce development and emerging technology offerings, the Library also diligently strives to assist in the forward momentum of the city’s development. We will continue responding to your needs to build capacity and work toward growth and development. Check us out at ebrpl.com.

Caring for Generations

The Baton Rouge Clinic, AMC has been committed to providing care to our neighbors and friends in Baton Rouge and the surrounding area for more than 75 years. At The Baton Rouge Clinic, AMC, we believe that community involvement is a key component in building a healthier city. This belief has led us to participate in numerous outreach initiatives, like sponsoring the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, the Capital Area Heart Walk, and the Blue Ribbon Soiree. All of these events work to promote early preventative screenings, educate the community on potential risk factors, and provide funding for research on diseases that increasingly affect our region.

For us however, building a better city does not stop at clinical care, preventative screenings or research funding. It also involves combating the social determinants of health that affect our area. We annually participate in local campaigns like Fill a Prescription, Pat’s Coats for Kids, and the St. Vincent de Paul’s Toiletries Drive, which aid and assist underprivileged families in getting the essential resources that they need to live a healthier life. The Baton Rouge Clinic also teams up with local organizations like the Franciscan University to help train the next generation of nurses, and the Baton Rouge Youth Coalition (BRYC) to annually award scholarships to students pursuing careers in the medical field.

Our commitment to care and service would not be possible without the continued trust and support we receive from our patients and our community. Through our efforts, we hope to improve lives and inspire change, so that every person is able to live a happy and healthy life. Our motto has always been “Caring for Generations,” a tradition we have proudly upheld for more than 75 years.

SPENCER WATTS Library Director, East Baton Rouge Parish Library

ED SILVEY CEO, Baton Rouge Clinic

Caring for Generations

Working Together and Finding Solutions

At Campus Federal, we consider ourselves a community within a community–people coming together to help one another, and our members, to make the place where we all live a little better. We provide a values-driven experience, balancing our convenient technology and competitive products with insightful advice. It’s important to feel confident about and have a comfort level with managing finances. Banking should feel empowering, not intimidating. That’s why banking with Campus Federal involves so much more than just transactions. Every decision we make is based on the best interests of our members, along with the communities we serve. Unlike most traditional banks, credit unions are typically connected by a partnership with a company, educational institution, organization or professional industry. Campus Federal has served LSU and its communities since 1934, and we are extremely proud of our bond with the state’s flagship university. But we also embrace a broader concept of unity, as we welcome anyone who lives, works or worships in our home communities of Baton Rouge, New Orleans and Shreveport. Many of the faces you see at our Campus Federal branches have been here for years, allowing us to get to know our members on a more personal level. That familiarity just further strengthens our resolve to find solutions and work together to help our members achieve their personal goals. After all, we’re members too. Each of us has ownership in this. The stronger the union, the better the experience will be for all of us.

Committed to our Community

Nucor Steel Louisiana is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nucor Corporation, the largest U.S. steel producer and recycler in North America. Located in St. James Parish, our direct reduced iron facility uses natural gas at extremely high temperatures to remove oxygen from iron ore and creates a more pure iron unit, which is then shipped by barge to Nucor steel mills around the country. Steel produced with DRI uses significantly less energy and fuel, resulting in less emissions and environmental impacts than traditional blast furnace steel production.

Our challenge is to become the world’s safest steel company. We live each day with gratitude for the families, customers and partners who make our work possible. We are committed to our local communities and build partnerships based on integrity and trust to ensure long-term success.

Since 2013, Nucor Steel Louisiana has built and nurtured a partnership with the American Cancer Society through Relay for Life fundraising and outreach efforts. During this time, we have raised over $1.8 million for the American Cancer Society and had the opportunity to name two research grants in honor of Bailee “Bee” Becnel, a Nucor child who lost her battle with a rare form of brain cancer known as DIPG. Whether serving on planning committees, hosting charitable fundraisers, or engaging in outreach to survivors and caregivers, the Nucor Steel Louisiana team has been ALL IN as we work to put an END to CANCER!

JANE VERRET

President & CEO, Campus Federal Credit Union

CALVIN HART General Manager, Nucor Steel Louisiana, LLC

EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH LIBRARY

MISSION STATEMENT

EBRPL is a community service organization that connects citizens with information, resources, materials, technology and experiences in order to make a positive dierence in residents’ lives.

SERVICE AREA East Baton Rouge

FUNDING SOURCES

100%

The Library is funded by a 10-year dedicated property tax.

SPENCER WATTS Library Director

FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS & EVENTS

THE EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH LIBRARY provides a variety of resources for nonprofit oganizations at the Grants Center. Foundation Directory Online and iWave, only available at the new River Center Branch Library, give you access to hard-to-find funders from all ver the globe, plus the most eective tools to organize and manage your foundation fundraising process. Our Grants Librarian can assist you with your search, whether you are a grantseeker, grant-maker, or just curious about the grants process. For an appointment, call 225.389.4964. We also host free programs periodically for grant seekers. Nonprofit oganizations may also make use of the Library’s meeting rooms free of charge.

The Library also offers a variety of free tools that can help nonprofit organizations assess and strengthen their business model, perform needs assessments, research funding opportunities, locate community partners, and provide skills training and workforce development for staff. These resources are available free 24/7 in the Digital Library. A consultation via Small Business Services (SmallBusiness@ebrpl.com) will help your group create an effective strategy, whether it’s enhancing your own skills as a grant seeker, writing a business plan, getting reliable and relevant local statistics, or finding out about potential corporate funders. All you need is your Library card!

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

LIBRARIES R EMAIN AN ESSENTIAL POINT of access to citizens throughout the community. Free online tools and resources in the Digital Library have proven their value, especially those geared at upskilling and complementing education at home. The Library continues to oer important services, such as reference assistance, access to computers and Wi-Fi, and even circulating Hotspots. The Library has also expanded live programming to encompass in-person, online and hybrid delivery, including One Book One Community, the Summer Reading Program, the Mid City Micro-Con, and the Baton Rouge Maker Faire.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

JASON JACOB President

CANDACE TEMPLE Vice President

VOLUNTEERING/GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

THE LIBRARY WORKS with many teen volunteers who are doing community service for schools or other organizations. Adult volunteers can assist in the following ways: Adult volunteers are needed to “shelf read” and look for missing books, help with the Summer Reading Program parties, and pre-sort material to be shelved.

MARTHA GUARISCO

Treasurer

NICOLE ALLMON-LEARSON Board Member

DONALD LUTHER, JR. Board Member

KATHY WASCOM Board Member

DELORES WATTS Board Member

JUNIOR

OF BATON ROUGE

MISSION STATEMENT

JLBR is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and improving the community through the eective action and

FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS & EVENTS

JLBR HOSTS SEVERAL fundraisers each year, including: Hollydays, a popular shopping market each October with the theme “Shopping for a Cause,” and Touch A Truck, an interactive event that allows children to explore their favorite big trucks and heavy equipment. JLBR will host its annual Women’s Leadership Conference next March.

JLBR ALSO PUBLISHES the River Road Recipes cookbook, the number one bestselling community cookbook series in the country with nearly 2 million copies in print.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

JUNIOR LEAGUE OF BATON ROUGE adapted to local and state COVID-19 guidelines for its projects in ways that allowed the organization to continue to serve the community. Projects with direct service slowly returned to in-person. Membership gatherings shifted to virtual events, including socials to keep members engaged. Fundraisers shifted to include hybrid components. The safety of the Junior League’s members and the community continues to be a priority.

62% Special Events/ Fundraisers 28% Membership Dues, Fees/Other 10% Contributions/ Donations

MEMBERSHIP VOLUNTEER

OPPORTUNITIES include direct service through community projects, and members take on committee and leadership roles, so they are trained as successful volunteers. Whether you are an individual donor who wants to make a dierence, or an organization that would like to become a community partner, there is always a way to support the Junior League’s vision and mission. All gifts are tax-deductible and are used to advance the organization’s mission.

JESSICA WEIMER O’CONNOR President

JESSICA GUIN JOHNSON President-Elect

THE HOSPICE OF BATON ROUGE

MISSION STATEMENT

FUNDING SOURCES

SERVICE

M. SCHENDEL CEO

FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS & EVENTS MAKING A DIFFERENCE

THE HOSPICE OF BATON ROUGE holds several important events throughout the year, including:

• Palliative Care of BR - home-based services providing an extra layer of support for those facing serious illness

• Trees of Light - annual fundraiser supporting the Patient Care Fund through memorial donations

• Camp Conquer - a camp that teaches children how to identify, express, and conquer grief

• The Retreat at Quarters Lake - all-inclusive and innovative grief support center and healing campus that is currently under construction

THE HOSPICE OF BATON ROUGE has been meeting the end-of-life care needs of the Greater Baton Rouge area since 1984. Each of our care team members is specifially chosen for your loved one’s needs. As the only non-profit hspice in the area, we provide care to anyone regardless of financial resources. In addition o hospice and palliative care services, we oer bereavement services for those in the community who can benefit from these sevices.

THERE ARE A number of ways you can help ensure that The Hospice of Baton Rouge will have the necessary resources to grow and provide needed programs and services in the future:

CATHERINE

GRIEF BY THE NUMBERS

About 2.5 million people die in the United States annually, each leaving an average of 5 grieving people behind.

Older adults experience grief at a higher rate than younger adults or children. Spousal loss is common in older adults, as well as the death of friends, siblings and cousins.

the permanent home for Camp Conquer, The Hospice of Baton Rouge’s ever-growing children’s grief and loss program. Alternative therapies offered at The Retreat at Quarters Lake will include; art, music, culinary, pet, yoga, and meditation therapies, book clubs, family movie nights, and children and teen grief support day camps. The Retreat at Quarters Lake will also serve as an educational hub for community members and healthcare partners. For more information visit: hospicebr.org/theretreatatquarterslake

It’s estimated that 1.5 million children (5% of children in the U.S.) have lost one or both parents by age 15.

Complicated Grief, grief that is overwhelming and extensive, affects between 10% to 20% of all grievers.

40% of grievers meet the criteria for major depression 1 month after their loss, and 24% still meet the criteria after 2 months. Because of these similarities, a bereaved person cannot be diagnosed with depression until two months have passed since their loss.

KERIN SPEARS Executive Director

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

MISSION STATEMENT

SERVICE AREA

Greater Baton Rouge

THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION

is committed to driving equitable health impact in Louisiana through fie key priority areas: women, COVID-19, tobacco and vaping, patients and healthy living. Equity is always at the center of our work, and it will continue to guide all that we do.

Through our focus on these key impact areas, and with collaboration among local organizations, sponsors, businesses, and others that serve the community, we are working to improve the health and well-being of Louisianans while saving and improving countless lives.

Throughout Louisiana, we’ve seen our community impact work grow, including efforts around creating avenues for greater access to care, healthy food access and education, building a network of first responders through CPR kits in schools, blood pressure screenings and education, and tobacco and e-cigarette education and prevention.

People are counting on us as never before. The American Heart Association, along with our supporters, will drive change, and will be relentless.

45% Heart Walk 30% Community Impact 25% Go Red for Women

VOLUNTEERING/GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

BATON ROUGE GO RED FOR WOMEN LUNCHEON is changing the perception women have about heart disease and stroke. Throughout the year, we share life-changing stories of triumph and loss to inspire women to make changes to their own personal health. Heart disease and stroke are the number one health threats and number one cause of death in women. Through Go Red for Women, we are working to improve health and opportunities for all women.

THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION’S HEART CHALLENGE is a suite of activities and initiatives (including the Capital Area Heart Walk) designed to help companies positively impact employee overall health and well-being. The program is anchored in a series of customizable workplace events that inspire employees to be more engaged, reconnect with colleagues, find time for physical activity, support a great cause, and have fun doing it. The Heart Walk unites the community in celebrating health and honoring survivors.

SHUNN PHILLIPS

JASON

As a healthcare organization, we recognize the importance of contributing to the betterment and well-being of our community, which is why we encourage our employees to give back whenever they can. Individually, the physicians of The Baton Rouge Clinic actively serve on numerous volunteer boards, and belong to organizations aimed at addressing social determinants of health, like HealthyBR. Internally, we work to give back to our community by adopting families in need over the holidays, providing gift baskets filled with school supplies to teachers, and volunteering at places like Baton Rouge Food Bank, St. Vincent de Paul, and other local charities.

OUR MISSION

We cultivate and invest in philanthropic partnerships to advance LSU’s academic priorities.

YOUR IMPACT

From gifts of a few dollars to investments in the tens of millions, LSU donors elevate Louisiana for the benefit of all. Your generosity advances health, security, and prosperity through education, research, and outreach.

VISION FOR THE FUTURE

In June, thanks to donors’ collective generosity, LSU surpassed the $1.5 billion Fierce for the Future Campaign goal three years earlier than anticipated.

The leading campaign commitment was a historic $245 million investment from Our Lady of the Lake Health ($170 million) and LCMC Health ($75 million) to transform healthcare in Louisiana.

Donors gave $115.5 million to fund scholarships, led by contributions of $15.6 million from the Brookshire family, including the university’s largest ever immediate impact donation for scholarships.

Shell USA, Inc.’s $27.5 million gift is the university’s largest gift ever from a for-profit corporation and its largest gift ever in support of energy-related initiatives – including the new LSU Institute for Energy Innovation, made possible by Shell’s investment.

The Our Lady of the Lake Health Interdisciplinary Science Building, slated for construction soon, was supported by donors nationwide, including through Mary Neal, MD, and Ron Neal’s $5 million gift.

The success of LSU’s $1.5 billion Fierce for the Future Campaign –and particularly the achievement of surpassing the campaign goal three years early – exemplifies our donors’ tenacity for joining with LSU to elevate Louisiana and drive global impact. Just as was envisioned, this campaign has positioned LSU to set its course for the future. Now, we are aggressively pursuing that course through LSU’s Scholarship First Agenda.”

Alumna Diane Goyette and Henry Goyette committed $5 million to the LSU Early Childhood Education Institute to advance the research-to-practice pipeline for Louisiana families.

SAVE THE DATE

ONCE AGAIN THIS YEAR, LSU CELEBRATED ITS LARGEST GIVING DAY EVER.

More than 4,500 donors across 45 states came together to support LSU.

But we know passion never rests, so we’re already looking ahead to next year.

You bring your passion. We’ll provide opportunities to elevate Louisiana and make an impact around the world. The possibilities are limitless. geauxgive.lsu.edu

Ochsner Health’s $4 million leadership gift to establish the Ochsner Wellness Center within the revitalized Huey P. Long Field House will bring together a multidisciplinary group of experts to address and solve chronic health issues.

LSU President William F. Tate IV

ALZHEIMER’S SERVICES OF THE CAPITAL AREA

MISSION STATEMENT

To teach, care for, and connect

RICKY BOURGEOIS President, Board of Directors

FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS & EVENTS

FUNDRAISING EVENTS INCLUDE the Memories in the Making Luncheon, a direct mail Annual Giving campaign every November, 225GIVES, and The Walk to Remember. These events fund programs and services including a telephone Helpline, LunchN-Learns, Financial Literacy workshops, caregiver support groups, TLC events (social activities for those aected by dementia and their caregivers), dementiacare trainings, a resource library, an annual education conference, Alzheimer’s Awareness Month events, Charlie’s Place in Baton Rouge and Gonzales, and more.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

SINCE 1983, ALZHEIMER’S SERVICES has been the local resource for those impacted by Alzheimer’s in the Greater Baton Rouge area. Through educational events, support groups, and social events, we provide a hand to hold and guidance to navigate the Alzheimer’s journey. We also provide respite relief for caregivers through Charlie’s Place Activity and Respite Centers in Baton Rouge and Gonzales or the Respite Reimbursement Program, which provides funds for in-home respite.

OUR LARGEST AWARENESS event is The Walk to Remember, which combines many opportunities to volunteer and give. Other opportunities are available by volunteering at Alzheimer’s Services and Charlie’s Place Respite and Activity Centers in Baton Rouge and Gonzales. And our annual event for the Rosemary Society (our multi-year giving society), is the Memories in the Making Luncheon, which helps build a sustainable future to ensure the security of programs and services.

OUR LADY OF THE LAKE FOUNDATION

MISSION STATEMENT

We catalyze philanthropic partnerships to further our healing ministry through investments that advance excellence in health, access to comprehensive care, and quality of life.

SERVICE AREA

Our primary adult and pediatric service area is the Capital Region. We also oer a statewide network for Children’s Health.

FUNDING SOURCES

ANN MARIE MARMANDE President

BONNIE MARCANTEL Chair, Board of Directors

FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS & EVENTS

THROUGH OUR HEROES IN HEALING Giving Society, we celebrate the generosity of donors who provide the flxibility to prioritize the needs of our patients, take advantage of opportunities that lie ahead, and react to unforeseen challenges. A variety of events are held in support of our Children’s Hospital including The Big Bash, Driving the Future car raffle and may Children’s Miracle Network programs, including Dance Marathon at LSU and our annual Mediathon.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

FOR NEARLY 100 YEARS, Our Lady of the Lake has provided comprehensive, compassionate, faith-based healthcare to the people of the Capital Region. Our donors play a vital role in advancing the health and vitality of our community. Lives of patients and families are transformed through advancements in treatment, thoughtful approaches to the patient and family experience, heightening our clinical expertise, and deepening our commitment to community.

OLOL FUND: Gifts fund emerging opportunities and strategic initiatives to enhance patient care and experiences.

CHILD LIFE: Gifts support our Child Life team as they walk hand-in-hand with pediatric patients and their families to understand illnesses and what to expect while in the hospital.

PALLIATIVE CARE: Gifts assist in meeting the emotional, spiritual, and physical needs of pediatric and adult palliative care patients and their families during life’s most tender moments.

Our Lady of the Lake Health

PROVIDING COMPASSIONATE, COMPREHENSIVE, STATE-OF-THE-ART CARE

PHILANTHROPY IS POWERFUL.

From first time donors to those who have loyally supported us for decades, our community makes a tangible difference by supporting our Children’s Hospital and Regional Medical Center. Each gift allows us to nurture excellence by providing advancements in treatment, thoughtful approaches to the patient and family experience, exceptional clinical encounters, and a deep commitment to the health of our community.

MISSION STATEMENT

SERVICE AREA

TEKOAH BOATNER Executive Director

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

YOUTH OASIS CONTINUES its rich history of serving youth and families

providing homelessness prevention interventions, emergency and transitional housing, rapid re-housing, drop-in center, support, and advocacy for vulnerable youth in the Baton Rouge area. We will fill a critical gap for young people and their families, keeping them in their homes and communities, and helping them heal instead of causing further trauma. We’re fully and proudly inclusive, Louisiana’s first GBT-affirming shelter for youth.

WE HAVE A dedicated individual donor base we communicate with through social media and newsletters. And we encourage local residents to learn more about our organization and get involved.

SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL

MISSION STATEMENT

A network of friends inspired by Gospel values, growing in holiness, and building a more just world through personal relationships and service to people in need.

SERVICE AREA

East and West Baton Rouge, East and West Feliciana, Pointe Coupee, Iberville, St. Helena, Tangipahoa, Ascension, Assumption, St. James, Livingston.

FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS & EVENTS

SINCE 1865, WE have achieved our mission through personto-person contact, mass feeding, sheltering, prescription medicine services, and other programs. Our top programs include: the St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room (over 215,000 meals annually); the Bishop Ott Shelter Program (over 20,000 nights of shelter annually for men, women, children and families); and our Community Pharmacy (providing $1 million each year in prescription medicine). We invite you to support us by making a gift at svdpbr.org.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

THE STRUGGLING ECONOMY continues to seem like a bad dream, but it’s all too real and impacts every one of us. For those experiencing poverty and homelessness, their worst fears have been realized. We are working hard to keep hope alive for the most vulnerable of our community. We serve hot meals every day, provide shelter to homeless men, women, children and families, and fill lie-sustaining prescriptions.

AT ST. VINCENT DE PAUL, $1 will provide a hot meal; $10 will provide a night of shelter for a homeless family; and $28 will fill a lie-sustaining prescription. We also accept donations of cars, clothing, food, furniture and gold. Learn more about volunteer opportunities at svdpbr.org.

REGINALD R. BROWN SR. Board Chair

MICHAEL J. ACALDO President & CEO

“Not giving a hand-out, but giving a hand-up of compassion & hope”

FOR 157 YEARS, we have been providing compassion and hope to those most in need by serving meals, providing shelter, making home visits, filling prescriptions and the list could go on and on. During these difficult economic times, we are especially working hard to shelter individuals and families experiencing homelessness. When you see someone on a street corner with a sign that says, “Homeless - Need Help,” your first instinct may be to hand them a cash donation, but we do not recommend that approach. Many people are experiencing homelessness because they have lost a job, become disabled, and have no family or friends to turn to, but some are homeless because of mental illness or problems with addiction. What they all need is a safe place to stay, people who care, and a chance to get back on

MARY BIRD PERKINS CANCER CENTER

MISSION STATEMENT

To improve survivorship and lessen the burden of cancer through expert treatment, compassionate care, early detection, research and education.

SERVICE AREA

Mary Bird Perkins

expert oncology services at nine locations in Baton Rouge, Covington, Gonzales, Hammond, Houma, Slidell,

FUNDING SOURCES

FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS & EVENTS

AS A RESULT of community support, a transformational gift from the Favre Family, and an investment by the Cancer Center, Mary Bird Perkins will soon revolutionize cancer treatment across the Gulf South by becoming one of the few sites in the United States and the only program in Louisiana to oer a breakthrough Adaptive MRIGuided Radiation Therapy Program.

OUR SIGNATURE FUNDRAISING event is the Hillar C. Moore, Jr. Golf Classic, which has raised more than $3 million to date.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

MARY BIRD PERKINS is solely dedicated to fighting ancer by providing patients and their families with high-quality care close to home. As a non-profit oganization, it is a privilege to work collaboratively with some of the most highly regarded physicians and teams of specialists across the region to do more for those impacted by cancer. We are committed through innovation in medicine, technology and training to ensure the best outcomes for every patient.

MARY BIRD PERKINS is a non-profit oganization that relies on community generosity to help sustain crucial support programs for patients and families. Additionally, you can make a positive impact on a patient by giving of your time and talents. Volunteers are an essential part of what makes the patient experience so unique. And if you or a loved one has been impacted by cancer and received care at Mary Bird Perkins, please share your story with others.

TODD STEVENS President & CEO

DANIELLE MACK, CFRE VP & Chief Development Office

CITY YEAR BATON ROUGE

MISSION STATEMENT

SERVICE AREA

East Baton Rouge Parish

FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS & EVENTS

WE OFFER A variety of micro-campaigns throughout the program year and one major annual fundraiser each spring. School House Rock Fest is held in May, near the end of our program year, and generates approximately $200,000 in

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

private revenue. Our micro-campaigns are Twisted Trivia, Buzzed Spelling Bee, Legal Community Breakfast, 225Gives, online giving campaigns, and give-back nights with local businesses.

EACH YEAR, WE DEPLOY City Year AmeriCorps members to serve as student success coaches in systemically under-resourced schools, supporting teachers, expanding the number of caring adults in students’ lives, developing powerful relationships, nurturing students’ holistic social, emotional, and academic skills and serving as near-peer tutors, mentors, and role models. We aim to be present for our students, partner with our teachers and support our scholars as they strive toward their educational and life goals.

37%

Contributions & Donations 27%

Federal Government Grants 20%

Board Reserved Funding

WE PROVIDE MANY opportunities for volunteering. School House Rock Fest is an annual spring fundraiser (and largest giving opportunity) supported by sponsorships, as well as guest tickets, to showcase our year of service. During Red Jacket Weekend, AmeriCorps members dedicate their year of service and we invite guests to join them on a service project engaging the community around our work in schools. We also host MLK Day of Service, in which community members perform a service project honoring the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

RAUSHANAH HUNTER

DIONNE ROUSSEAU Advisory Board Chair

GREATER BATON ROUGE FOOD BANK

MISSION STATEMENT

MIKE MANNING President & CEO

JOHN “CHIP” COULTER Board Chair

FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS & EVENTS

THE GREATER BATON ROUGE FOOD BANK hosts fundraisers and sponsors food drives to benefit is mission. It expands beyond traditional fundraising with community favorite events such as Empty Bowls and the Slice of Life Golf Classic. While there are many ways to give, these community events have been a valuable avenue for raising critical funds to support feeding those in need. Empty Bowls returns in September 2022 and Slice of Life Golf Classic returns in 2023.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

LOUISIANA IS #1 in the nation for child hunger and #3 in the nation for food-insecure seniors. One in seven individuals in our service area experiences food insecurity, meaning people lack consistent access to enough food for active, healthy lives. Our goal is to reduce the number of food-insecure individuals by collecting, purchasing, and distributing food through more than 100 member agencies. Our free mobile app allows people to find a antry near them.

feed the hungry in Baton Rouge and the surrounding parishes by providing food and educational outreach through faith-based and other community partners.

Ascension, Assumption, East Baton Rouge, East Feliciana, Iberville, Livingston, Pointe Coupee, St. Helena, St. James, West Baton Rouge, and West Feliciana Parishes

THE FOOD BANK cannot operate without support from its dedicated volunteers. In 2021, more than 11,500 volunteers donated more than 43,000 hours in service. Volunteers are always needed for sorting and categorizing, disaster response eorts, helping with warehouse cleaning, administrative duties, mobile outreach programs, or helping in the Vince Ferachi Community Garden. For those unable to donate time, remember that $1 can provide up to three meals for neighbors in need.

LOUISIANA

#1 IN CHILD HUNGER 107k+ FOOD INSECURE IN OUR AREA

Map the Meal Gap 2022 is the latest Feeding America report on food insecurity at the state and parish level from 2020 data. In our 11-parish service area alone, 12.2% of our population overall are food insecure. More staggering is the fact that 1 in 5 children are considered food insecure meaning they are unable to consistently secure the equivalent of three meals a day.

Many of these food insecure children live in a household that does not qualify for most federal nutrition programs. Your Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank is committed to the mission of feeding the hungry by providing food and educational outreach through faith-based and other community partners.

Food insecure households may not always be food insecure, but it may reflect a household’s need to decide between basic needs - such as housing, paying bills and purchasing nutritionally adequate foods for their families.

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MISSION STATEMENT

FUNDING SOURCES

SERVICE AREA

Greater Baton Rouge and its surrounding areas

THE ORGANIZATION’S BIGGEST fundraisers are the Knock Out MS Gala and Locked Up for MS event. Knock Out MS Gala is a special evening event that features dinner, drinks, live music, silent and live auctions, and more.

LOCKED UP FOR MS is a unique fundraiser in which a handful of influential members f our local community are “locked up” and must call for donation pledges to raise their “bail money.”

FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS & EVENTS MAKING

CHRISTINA CARVILLE Founder & President

MISSION STATEMENT

To enhance and encourage public enjoyment and use of wildlife and fisheries resources in ouisiana. We promote, develop, and expand the department (LDWF) in youth recruitment, education, and habitat conservation.

SERVICE AREA

Statewide

FUNDING SOURCES

FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS & EVENTS MAKING A DIFFERENCE

OUR MAJOR FUNDRAISER, A Wild Night, is an opportunity for conservationists from across the state to gather in celebration of Louisiana continuing to be the Sportsman’s Paradise. This annual flaship event is held in Baton Rouge in October. Highlights include Louisiana seafood prepared by local chefs, cocktails, our Doux Drop conservation beer, and auctions. Information on A Wild Night 2023 sponsorship, table sales, ticket sales and auction donations will be available in June 2023.

LAWFF IS AT the forefront of the preservation of the Sportsman’s Paradise and the conservation of the species therein. The youth recruitment, environmental education, and habitat conservation programs LAWFF partners with the department on are as varied as Louisiana.

MELISSA

JEFFERY

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT

SHERMAN & BALHOFF

SHACKOULS FAMILY FOUNDATION

OUR MISSION is to create and support research initiatives for pediatric brain cancer, fund educational opportunities and offer non-medical comfort care to children diagnosed with cancer and the families who care for them. ...and we are with you!

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Hayden Taylor Emma D awson

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EMERGE

MISSION STATEMENT

Emerge empowers children with autism and individuals with communication challenges to achieve independence through an interdisciplinary therapy program within an innovative educational model.

FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS & EVENTS

EMERGE IS THE Gulf South’s largest nonprofit therapy provider for children with autism and individuals with communication challenges, and is the first and only charer school in Louisiana for students with autism. The agency provides audiology, behavioral health, occupational and speech therapy, special education, and Applied Behavior Analysis, a therapy that focuses on positive changes in behavior. Since its founding in 1960, Emerge has been dedicated to serving all children and families in need.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

HUNDREDS OF INDIVIDUALS walk through the doors of Emerge every day, and the agency’s staff orks tirelessly to help them emerge from their challenges to reach their greatest potential. Emerge’s highly trained therapists and educators are devoted to ensuring each child reaches new developmental and communication milestones.

Simply put, Emerge helps families imagine brighter futures for their children—independent, successful and happy futures.

SERVICE AREA

FUNDING SOURCES

WITH 1 IN 44 children diagnosed with autism, demand for our services continues to rise. A gift to Emerge strengthens the agency’s ability to meet the community’s needs and serve families who have limited resources. You will find may opportunities to support us.

DEANNA WHITTLE CEO MIKE DEPAUL Board Chair

REMARKABLE

AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY

MISSION STATEMENT

FUNDING SOURCES

96.4% Fundraising Events

ERRIN VIGUERIE Executive Director

SERVICE AREA

FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS & EVENTS

AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY events are inspiring, uplifting, and great at bringing the fight aainst cancer directly into your community. Join the spirit of camaraderie and compassion as we work together to save lives from cancer. There are several community events supported by our wonderful volunteers that expand beyond the ones listed here. For more information about our events, visit cancer.org/la

RELAY FOR LIFE of St. James Parish - April 1 5, 2023; Relay for Life of Ascension Parish - March 18, 2023; Fork Cancer Baton Rouge - April 20, 2023; Excel Baton Rouge Best Dressed Ball - August 12, 2023; Celebrity Waiter of West Baton Rouge Parish - Fall of 2023; Real Men Wear Pink - October 2023.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY (ACS) is the only nonprofit, ancerfighting oganization dedicated to improving the lives of cancer patients and their families through research, advocacy, and patient support. ACS has invested more than $3.1 billion in research since 1991, contributing to 3.5 million fewer cancer deaths. ACS’ advocacy affiliae, the ACS CAN, fighs cancer in city halls, statehouses, and Congress by elevating the patient voice to advance policy change. From prevention to detection and diagnosis, through treatment and survivorship, ACS is there every step of the way.

3.6% Philanthropy/ corporate

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES INCLUDE community walk events like Relay for Life, fundraisers like Real Men Wear Pink and Power in Purple, distinguished events such as Excel Baton Rouge Best Dressed Ball, and young professional events like Fork Cancer Baton Rouge. ACS also has a Philanthropy/ Corporate Giving Team, Corporate & Sports Alliances Team, and a Planned Giving (Legacy Gift) program.

NUCOR STEEL LOUISIANA COMMITTED IN THE FIGHT AGAINST CANCER

Each year, Nucor Steel Louisiana, located in St. James Parish, partners with the American Cancer Society and Relay for Life of St. James Parish to raise funds for cancer research. Nucor’s annual golf tournament and largest fundraising event, directly supports the American Cancer Society and has contributed almost $2 million in donations over the last ten years.

"Our teammates at NSLA have a deep-rooted passion for service and giving back to our community, and we are grateful for the opportunity we have to make a difference through our partnership with the American Cancer society. We look forward to many more years to come of supporting Relay for Life of St. James Parish, The American Cancer Society, and the critical work being done to fund cancer research."

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Calvin Hart, General Manager, Nucor Steel Louisiana

100 BLACK MEN OF METRO BATON ROUGE, LTD.

MISSION STATEMENT

Our mission is to give substance to a shared vision which fosters and develops model programs that build community by enhancing the lives of our African American youth.

SERVICE AREA

FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS & EVENTS

THE PROGRAMS OF 100 Black Men of Metro Baton Rouge are housed under four programmatic pillars: mentoring, education, health and wellness, and economic empowerment. Programs include Project Excel (mentoring), ACT Prep, Summer Robotics Academy, Respect 4 Life (education), Wise Guys (health & wellness), and Dollars and $ense (financial lieracy). The organization’s primary fundraising event is its annual gala, which supports Project Excel, mentoring programming,

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

THE UNPREDICTABILITY OF the virus and vaccine created a disproportionately negative impact on the communities The 100’s programs serve. Black students who were already dealing with a gap in educational outcomes, faced an even wider gap due to the pandemic. Students in the Baton Rouge community urgently need the programs and services of The 100, and the organization remains fervently committed to the work of uplifting the community. The 2020 coronavirus pandemic has demonstrated that not only is the work necessary, but it is perhaps more vital now than ever.

MICHAEL R.D. ADAMS President/Chairman of the Board

ANDRE F. HARMON President Elect

UPCOMING PROGRAMS

The 100 Black Men of Metro Baton Rouge continues its efforts to curtail violence through promoting anti-violent initiatives amongst inner city youth. The “Respect 4-Life” program which consists of five one-hour sessions based on a five-module curriculum was launched as another effort to help turn the tide on violence in our community. The goal of the program is to help our youth improve self- esteem, parent/child relations, and student/

teacher/peer relations. Students will acquire skills/ techniques and protocols to help minimize conflicts thus improving their outcomes when encountering and engaging with the police. The program targets youth through working in partnership with community serving organizations, churches, schools and governmental entities. Interested individuals and organizations are encouraged to visit our website for additional details.

Helping African-American and other disadvantaged youth to acquire knowledge and adopt practices on wealth creation is essential to overcoming existing wealth disparities and social and economic achievement gaps in our society. For the past 15 years, the 100 has been at the forefront of improving financial literacy through its “Dollars & Sense” Program. This intensive eight-week program focuses on the

fundamentals of personal finance, wealth management, savings, budgeting, credit management, and culminates in a local case competition for scholarships and prizes. The winners at the local level are then offered the opportunity to compete in competition against students from around the nation at the National 100 Convention. The next opportunity to participate in the program will be in Spring 2023.

Given that the result from the ACT exam is a major factor used by colleges for determining admission and scholarships for students, our ACT Prep program remains a vital and growing component in our mentoring portfolio. The program’s primary goal is to increase the number of students enrolling in college with a scholarship. This evidence-based program emphasizes three

critical areas Time Mastery, Test Mastery, and Content Mastery. Students enrolled in the course averaged an increase of two points on their ACT scores, and more than two-thirds of the students scored high enough on the ACT exam to qualify for the TOPS scholarship program. The ACT Prep Course and Bootcamp will be offered in Spring and Fall 2023.

LOUISIANA PAROLE PROJECT

MISSION STATEMENT

Parole Project enhances public safety through

SERVICE AREA

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

WE BELIEVE IN— and have witnessed— the human potential for change. There are countless rehabilitated men and women who have proven they are worthy of redemption. When our clients come home, we help them make the most of their second chance. By providing housing, mentoring, skills training, transportation, and employment services, we help our clients work towards self-sufficieny. These eorts make communities safer and save taxpayer money.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

EXIST for business professionals, community leaders, college students, and anyone willing to help men and women learn practical life skills. Our clients (who range in age from their 40s to their 70s) are rebuilding their lives and aspire to be good citizens and good neighbors. But they all face a world they have not navigated in 20, 30, or even 40 years. They seek mentoring in technology, banking, social norms, healthcare navigation, workplace etiquette, job seeking skills, and more. Giving opportunities exist through our annual Redemption Luncheon and participation in the 225Gives virtual event. To give online, visit paroleproject.org/donate.

ANDREW HUNDLEY Executive Director

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in second chances

Parole Project operates a residential reentry program that provides safe housing to men and women working to rebuild their lives and restore connections to their families and communities. We provide our clients with programs to develop new skills and services to ensure their self-sufficiency and well-being.

Lester

Vikki

Kenneth

“After 57 years in prison, I realized the world had changed so much. Parole Project gave me a place to live and then helped me reconnect to my family. Every day has been bright since I’ve been home.”

“Parole Project guided me every step of the way. Today, I am employed, I have my own apartment, and I am giving back to my community. Having their support when I came home made all the difference.”

“When I left prison last year, Parole Project was there to help and give me the support I needed to be successful. I’m a taxpayer and I am a good neighbor. I am an example that second chances are working.”

Our Core Values:

We believe in the human potential for change

We believe that public policy should foster hope and embrace second chances.

We believe in removing barriers that strip dignity and inhibit opportunities for formerly incarcerated people to become productive members of our communities.

We believe in successful reentry that restores lives, repairs families, improves communities, and saves taxpayer money.

We believe our clients are shining examples of justice reform and reinvestment in Louisiana.

LOUISIANA A+ SCHOOLS

FUNDING SOURCES

MISSION STATEMENT

SERVICE AREA

We serve schools across the state of Louisiana.

FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS & EVENTS

LAA+ SCHOOLS FACILITATES professional development to teachers of grades PreK12th in arts integration, which goes beyond just including art projects in class. Teachers are guided in how to merge art standards with core curricula to build connections and provide engaging context. The support provided to each school is customized to meet their specific needs. raining includes full-faculty professional development, summer institutes, leadership retreats, and individualized teacher feedback through walkthrus and observations.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

LAA+ PROVIDES A framework for schools to strengthen their curriculum to aid in developing the whole child, and ultimately foster creativity in every learner. The A+ model is internationally regarded as a proven method for transforming schools because the arts and creativity are at its core. By taking naturally embedded connections between academic skills and various processes within the arts, students become excited to learn and teachers feel invigorated to teach.

SINCE LAA+ SCHOOLS was founded 10 years ago, both community volunteers and supporters have been the cornerstone of the work they do in PreK-12th grade classrooms. This support has allowed LAA+ to train nearly 800 teachers, impacting over 15,000 students in 26 schools across the state.

BETHANY HAGER Executive Director

RACHEL LOCK Program Director

Director

Louisiana A + Fellows are the back bone of our organization.

Mary Nunnery Williams

of Operations for LAA + Schools

FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS & EVENTS

CAPITAL AREA UNITED WAY provides more than $3 million in grants annually within the 10-parish service area through program, project, and disaster funds. CAUW also serves the community through the following direct-service initiatives: Bank on Baton Rouge, Character Playbook, SingleCare, United Way/CAUW 211, United We Feed, United4Vets, and Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA). The annual Jambalaya Jam in October is the organization’s largest fundraiser outside of workplace campaigns.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

CAUW’S WORK PRIORITIZES the ALICE population (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed). The ALICE population is comprised of working residents who are struggling to make ends meet, have little or no savings, and are one emergency away from falling into poverty. The ALICE population includes every race, age, gender, and ethnicity, and they work in a variety of professions across our community.

MISSION STATEMENT

THE ANNUAL JAMBALAYA JAM in October is the organization’s largest fundraiser outside of workplace campaigns. This event is not only a great way to give back to the community, but also oers businesses a great team-building opportunity. United We Feed provides a great mechanism for a company and volunteers to connect in the community. 225GIVES is an online day of giving for nonprofis which CAUW host in the capital area.

GEORGE BELL President & CEO

MICHELLE HARDY Board Chair

WHO DO WE HELP? ALICE

ASSET LIMITED INCOME CONSTRAINED EMPLOYED

Households may not own a home or car, lack savings, and are one emergency away from financial crisis.

Households fall below the ALICE threshold, meaning they don’t have enough to make ends meet.

Households are working or have worked, but are not earning enough income for basic economic survival.

LOUISIANA POLICY INSTITUTE FOR CHILDREN

MISSION STATEMENT

The Louisiana Policy Institute for Children is a nonpartisan, nonprofit oranization that is an independent source of data, research and information for policymakers and stakeholders on issues related to early care and education for young children, birth to age 4, in Louisiana and their families.

SERVICE AREA

FUNDING SOURCES

SONNIER, PH.D Executive Director

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

THANKS TO LPIC’S eorts, Louisiana made a historic increase in state funding for early care and education in 2022! Over $80 million in new state money was allocated to expand access to publicly funded child care through Louisiana’s Child Care Assistance Program, improve rates paid to Pre-K 4 programs, match local investments in early care and education, and restart a program providing mental health services and support to families with young children.

VOLUNTEERING/GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

Statewide

EARLY ED MONTH is an opportunity to learn more about critical issues surrounding early care and education that impact children and families in the state of Louisiana. The event allows Ready Louisiana and ECE organizations to spend a day at the Capitol and educate legislators on ECE.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

MARY LEACH WERNER, PRESIDENT DirectorandVicePresident,The NorthAmericanLandCompany,LLC

JULIE MORIAL, MD, VICE PRESIDENT ChiefMedicalOffice,UnitedHealth CommunityandStateforLouisiana

DREW CHAPMAN, CPA, TREASURER AuditSupervisor, BourgeoisBennett,LLC

VINCE JACKSON, SECRETARY Vice President of Patient Access,ChangeHealthcare

ROUSSEAU, IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT Partner,JonesWalker LLP

LIBBIE

DIONNE

A 501(c)3 non-profit affiliate of Associated Grocers, Inc.

Our Mission

“The Mission of AGives! is to support wellness programs, community health, children’s welfare, nutrition and hunger needs, and the wellness of pets in the marketplace within which we serve.”

Employee hands-on volunteer experiences are important to us. AGives!’ partnerships enable the employees of Associated Grocers, Inc. to volunteer for worthwhile causes and events.

Associated Grocers has over 600 employees.

Some of the causes we have supported:

Creating Impact

Meaningful relationships with organizations making a difference in our communities can have a lasting impact on our retail members, employees, and our fellow neighbors.

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CAPITAL AREA AGENCY ON AGING

MISSION STATEMENT

SERVICE AREA

84.56%

Governor’s Offic of Elderly Aairs 14.72% Service Providers .44% Other

FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS & EVENTS

OUR TOP FUNDRAISING events are the Aging Well Symposium and our annual Senior Health Fair.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

CAPITAL AREA AGENCY ON AGING is responsible for planning, providing and coordinating a system of community-based services to meet the needs of older adults in the capital region. Special emphasis is given to low-income, minority and disabled adults to help them remain living in the community. CAAA’s focus is on providing community-based services, including home delivered meals, support services, wellness programs, prescription drug assistance, caregiver support, information/assistance, and linking older adults to community resources.

THE GREATEST FUNDING need for Capital AAA is to address the severe meal/food insecurity and isolation of seniors in the 10-parish area surrounding Baton Rouge. The Baton Rouge area’s senior population had major service needs before Hurricane Ida and the COVID pandemic.

Donations are needed to address the hunger needs of older adults and address social isolation. Louisiana ranks 48th in the nation for food insecurity and social isolation of its older adult population.

CRAIG KABERLINE Executive Director

ESSIE KENNERSON Board President

FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS & EVENTS MAKING A

THE ORGANIZATION’S MAJOR fundraisers are Spanish Town Parade Party (STPP) and sponsored events. FOTCPM WORKS TO expand education and awareness of Louisiana’s history, art, and culture. Since its inception, FOTCPM has partnered with local and national organizations to bring state-of-the-art exhibits, programs, and events to the Capitol Park Museum that are accessible to all citizens at little or no cost.

EXHIBIT AND PROGRAM SPONSORSHIP:

Sponsors of museum programs and exhibits can receive recognition and hospitality benefis at events.

CASH DONATIONS: Cash donations will help support the educational exhibits and programming provided by the Capitol Park Museum.

ANGELA JACKSON Interim President

TREMECA ROBERSON Treasurer

MISSION STATEMENT

ROUGE

AREA

FUNDING SOURCES

MAKING

KENNETH

CALFEE President/CEO

SELLARS Development Director

FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS & EVENTS

THRIVE ACADEMY’S MAJOR fundraisers include: Drive for Thrive Breakfast on November 9; Drive for Thrive Community Event on November 17; Thrive Giving Day on December 7; and 225 Gives on May 4.

ONGOING FUNDRAISING:

• Peer-to-Peer Fundraising

• Corporate Sponsorships

• Community Coffee Cash for Schools.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

MISSION STATEMENT

Thrive Foundation ensures the success of Thrive Academy students by providing resources to students, families, and faculty; through planning and advocacy; and advancing statewide expansion.

SERVICE AREA

Academy’s Baton Rouge campus accepts students grades 7-12 from across the state of Louisiana.

75% State of Louisiana 15% Donations 10% Grants

THRIVE ACADEMY IS home to 180 students from Sunday to Friday throughout a given school year. Students receive access to additional class time, on-site counseling, peer support, and a variety of clubs and sports all hosted on Thrive’s beautiful 6-acre campus located on Brightside Drive adjacent to the Louisiana School for the Visually Impaired (LSVI) and Louisiana State University (LSU). For the last decade, Thrive has oered a unique alternative to traditional day schools. Among Thrive’s achievements are: Recognition two years in a row by the Louisiana Board of Regents as a leading school for the high number of minority students dual enrolled at BRCC. 2021 LEAP scores recognized for growth by the Louisiana Department of Education. Overall scores for seventh through eleventh grade increased from 8% above mastery to 22% above mastery, placing Thrive 4th in the state for growth.

THE VOLUNTEER COMMITTEE will organize opportunities for community volunteers to engage with the Baton Rouge campus. One upcoming event is our annual Thrive Beautifiation Day set for the spring of 2023. Projects include organizing, gardening, and painting.

DRIVE FOR THRIVE raises funds and in-kind donations for residential supplies, student life activities, scholarships, college application fees, and maintaining the campus.

THRIVE GIVING DAY generates philanthropic giving that directly impacts students and engages our supporters in peer-to-peer fundraising to broaden awareness.

PATRICIA

JILLIAN

BATON ROUGE GENERAL FOUNDATION

MISSION STATEMENT

Baton Rouge General Foundation is a non-profi organization that raises funds and awareness to support programs, technology, education, services and research for Baton Rouge General Medical Center.

AREA Baton Rouge General serves the Capital Region’s 9-parish area with campuses located in Ascension, Mid City and South Baton Rouge.

SERVICE

FUNDING SOURCES

FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS & EVENTS MAKING A DIFFERENCE

THE FOUNDATION SUPPORTS Baton Rouge General through charitable giving and special events so that our hospital will continue providing excellent healthcare to our community. Donors can provide annual, planned, or sponsorship gifts, either individually or through their company.

OUR PREMIER FUNDRAISING EVENT, Raise the Barn, will be held in March 2023. Established in memory of Charlotte Murrell, this event sponsors our Pennington Cancer Center. Additionally, our Regional Burn Center oers pediatric burn survivors the opportunity to attend Camp Catahoula every summer

SINCE 1900, we’ve continued to evolve to meet the demands of patients, and that means providing access to care for more patients than ever and creating an exceptional healthcare experience for all. With over 600 licensed beds among three campuses, Baton Rouge General oers the full spectrum of care. From our acclaimed Regional Burn Center to our award-winning cancer and heart programs, it’s our calling to serve you.

• Arts in Medicine: clinical and evidence-based use of music and art interventions to impact healing.

• CARE Initiative: maximizing resources and the assistance we provide to patients in need through addressing health inequities.

Pediatric Rehab Renovations: a multi-faceted project that includes improvements to every specialty within our pediatric rehabilitation services program.

3-D Mammography: the ability to identify and treat cancer and pre-cancerous lesions at earlier stages at our Mid City campus.

ERIK SHOWALTER President

RICK BOND Board Chair

Grow with us!

Your family. Our Foundation. Our hospital.

A gift to Baton Rouge General Foundation, regardless of size or form, makes a difference in the lives of patients and families seeking health and healing in our community. Through new equipment, facilities and renovations that expand our services, we can continue providing comprehensive care and a full suite of specialties. With your help, we will elevate that care to new heights.

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b 1 FOUNDATION

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of b1 FOUNDATION is to enhance educational opportunities and promote the growth of the communities we serve through economic development.

SERVICE AREA Louisiana and Texas

FUNDING SOURCES

b1 Foundation receives funding from private donors and corporate sponsors.

CONNECTIONS

The b1 FOUNDATION is looking for partners interested in helping to sustain its growth initiative through multiple Business Partnership opportunities. Each partnership will help enhance economic development in the community.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

OUR PROGRAMS ARE freely given to serve our community in the area of entrepreneurship and education. The entrepreneurship program includes wealth building strategies, one-on-one counseling, small business training courses, and seminars on how to gain capital. Our educational initiatives include teaching financial lieracy and budgeting strategies.

B1 FOUNDATION is proud of its relationships with local businesses and organizations: Sponsorships include Louisiana Association of Public Charter Schools, Junior Achievement, Big Buddy, and Young Entrepreneurs Academy. Partnerships include Louisiana Economic Development, LSU Stephenson Entrepreneurship Institute, Southern University EDA and Ag Center, ITI Technical College, and DOTD. Since its founding in 2020, b1 FOUNDATION has counseled 181 clients and trained 470 small businesses.

• Volunteers: to teach entrepreneur and financial literacy training programs.

• Gov. Charles E. “Buddy” Roemer III Small Business Center: subject matter experts to support and train entrepreneurs and small business owners.

HEATHER ROEMER President WILL M. CAMPBELL, JR. Director

The purpose of the center is to serve as a resource for small businesses. It will offer an array of business consulting services including coworking space, rental space, office support services, access to networking opportunities, and essential amenities for small businesses.

This center will focus on helping entrepreneurs bring their dreams to reality and gain access to capital.

MISSION STATEMENT

SERVICE AREA

FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS & EVENTS

FATHERS ON A MISSION (FOAM) is committed to supporting fathers, father figures, and outh in an impactful way that supports a dynamic shift in the way the family unit connects regardless of hurdles they may face. We are carefully planning fundraising events for 2023—Fathers On A Mission Gala and Fathers & Kids BBQ cooko, for example. Click on the Donate tab on our website (fathersonamission.com) to make a one-time or recurring donation.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

FATHERS ON A MISSION is the only nonprofit oganization that empowers men to become better fathers and father figures within their communities. e provide educational sessions, workplace opportunities, community resources, and relationship building opportunities to men. We provide you with the opportunity to enhance their own personal greatness and family greatness through resources. Regardless of race, background or status, we bring the best out of fathers by transforming lives.

VOLUNTEERING WITH Fathers On A Mission is an experience like no other! We have opportunities in our donations sorting room, sign-in tables at fatherhood meeting and events, youth mentoring events, and engagement with our father and children bonding events. To sign up or for more information, call our office at 225.239.7833

LEVAR ROBINSON Founder, Executive Director

JAMES HUNTER Board President

Strengthen relationships between Fathers/Father Figures and their child

the cycle Changing someone’s situation

Fathers on A Mission is a Fatherhood support organization. We connect Fathers to resources, host monthly Fatherhood meetings, and host Father and child bonding opportunities.

FOAM is one of the only nonprofit organizations that cater to empowering men to become better father figures within their community. We connect Fathers with workplace opportunities, community resources, and opportunities to build relationships. Empowering men, unique, nonprofit, community driven

Transform the lives of men who have responsibilities of Fatherhood Breaking

FRANCISCAN MISSIONARIES OF OUR LADY UNIVERSITY

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of FranU is to educate and form Franciscan servant leaders of all faiths. We honor our founders by preparing highly skilled professionals, integrated thinkers, and faith-filled citiens.

SERVICE AREA

Greater Baton Rouge

FUNDING SOURCES

84.8% Tuition & Fees 8.5% Grants 5.5% Private Donations

1.4% Other 0.1% Endowments

FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS & EVENTS MAKING A DIFFERENCE

ANNUAL APPEAL: Each year, we share stories of our students and/or alumni doing great work in our community, serving those most in need with Franciscan values and the joyfulness of spirit that embodies a Franciscan education. You can make a secure online gift at www.franu.edu/giving

ST. FRANCIS HALL INITIATIVE: Our first major building in the maser plan for the university is underway, with a completion date of Spring 2023. This 75,000-square-foot, three-story building will be dedicated to academic and student development functions for undergraduate and graduate students. We are currently raising funds to support the activities in this studentcentered building. To learn more about

naming opportunities, visit www.franu.edu/stfrancishall

PLANNED GIVING: A legacy gift is a great way to make a dierence. To learn more about gift planning visit www.franulegacy.org

FETE DES FIDELES: This annual celebration honors our alumni and community members who have served our mission and made a dierence in the lives of others. Enjoy a silent auction, great music, and celebrate with us! Our next celebration will honor our 100th anniversary in 2023. To learn more about our Centennial celebration, visit www.franu.edu/100

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

COURTNEY L. BAKER CourtneyBaker& Associates,LLC

BENJAMIN J. BOUDREAUX CEO,The NeuroMedical Center

JAN R. BREEN President,St. Joseph’sAcademy

REV. JAMIN S. DAVID St.Margaret,Queen of Scotland Church

JAMES DUBOS Consultant

MOST REV. MICHAEL DUCA Bishop,DioceseofBatonRouge

THOMAS B. FLYNN, MD Retired

DANIEL GARDINER CEO,Postlethwaite&Netterville

LEO C. HAMILTON, JD Partner,Breazeale,Sachse,& Wilson,LLC

DAVID E. HOCHHEISER FMOLHS

EDUARDO JIMENEZ Director,Business&Economic Development,EntergyLouisiana

BRYAN J. JONES Office eader for Gulf Coast Region,HNTBCorporation

THE UNIVERSITY ENGAGES students in an educational experience that cultivates the spirit of scholarly inquiry, ongoing refletion, and a commitment to life-long learning and service. The University seeks to promote a learning environment informed by the concepts of collegiality, community, democracy, social justice, and the culture of life that encourages individual and collective responsibility. Committing to and accomplishing the institutional purpose and goals requires empowering students to exceed standards, expand their vision, and come to the full measure of their humanity.

MELISSA D. JUNEAU Retired

WILLIAM M. KNOBLES

SeniorVicePresident, EXCELContractors,Inc

STANTON, MCNEELY, III, ED.D. President,UniversityofHoly Cross – New Orleans

WALTER G. MONSOUR Director of Government AdvisoryPractice,CSRS

CRAIG A. NETTERVILLE

SeniorVicePresident, PrivateClientGroup Manager,FirstHorizon

MICHAEL ROLFSEN, MD InternalMedicine,Baton RougeClinic

DONNA M. SAURAGE Retired

TODD G. SCHEXNAYDER Retired

EDGAR H. SILVEY CEO&Administrator,Baton RougeClinic,AMC

KAREN R. WILLLIAMS, MD Retired

SR. MARGARIDA MARIA VASQUES, FMOL Franciscan Missionaries of OurLady

TINA S. HOLLAND, PHD President&CEO,Franciscan MissionariesofOurLady University

SCAN TO DONATE:

Why FranU?

When you make a gift to support student scholarships at Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University, you are investing in a brighter future for years to come.

For 99 years, FranU has educated and formed servant leaders who go on to meet the greatest needs in our community by filling careers in high demand. Make a gift today and truly make a difference in the lives of others by visiting franu.edu/givingguide.

Strong Children Build Strong Families Strong Families Build Strong Community

METROMORPHOSIS

MISSION STATEMENT

Our mission is to transform urban communities from within. By connecting people and organizations in ways that allow them to cocreate their community, we build thriving, vibrant places to live.

FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS & EVENTS

PHILANTHROPY CULTIVATION

CAMPAIGNS highlight the rich tradition of philanthropy in our community. We provide education on small-scale giving and the opportunity to support organizations serving in our city.

MOVEMENT MERCH MOTIVATES fundraising by allowing supporters to shop select items in our donor store and purchase them for a donation. Donors are able to support the organization for as little as $10 and receive gear that has been highly requested by our volunteers over the years.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

BY WORKING WITH organizations to identify barriers to reaching their target audience and providing opportunities for citizen-led change, our work at MetroMorphosis supports the development of redefined ystems with a focus on equity and an informed citizen base equipped to enact change. As a result, we’ve increased spending with small businesses, made critical resources available at the neighborhood level, and supported the next generation of leadership.

SERVICE AREA

Greater Baton Rouge

GIFTS TO OUR organization will support:

• LaunchBR Business Development to build inclusive economies that allow small businesses to scale and large businesses to meet supplier needs.

• Urban Leadership Development Initiative to prepare the next generation of leaders to address critical issues in our cities, schools, economy, and communities.

• Urban Leaders Roundtable to support the development of healthy, economically viable neighborhoods in Baton Rouge’s urban community

RAYMOND A. JETSON Chief Executive Catalyst

SHERRETA R. HARRISON Sustainability Catalyst

SOCIALWORX INSTITUTE

FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS & EVENTS

SOCIALWORX INSTITUTE HOLDS several fundraising events throughout the year, including a Top Golf Event sponsored by Melancon Rimes Daquanno Law Firm, participation in Giving Tuesday events, and 225 Gives presented yearly by the Capital Area United Way.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

UNRESOLVED CHILDHOOD TRAUMA in children and adults drives conflit, disrupts healthy relationships, and can result in violence, abuse, addiction and incarceration. The pandemic and disasters have overloaded Louisiana’s already woefully inadequate mental health services infrastructure. We oer evidence-based, traumainformed Mind-Body Medicine Skills Programs to children and adults to heal unresolved trauma and bridge the gap in existing

services. Our services complement existing community-based solutions to promote resiliency and post-traumatic growth, to protect children, strengthen families and make communities safer.

• Board of Directors and Advisory Council.

• Corporate sponsorship of our youth outreach and Mind-Body Medicine Skills Programs.

• Annual Giving: go to socialworx.org/donate to make an online gift.

• In-Kind donations: donate the gift of healing with your time, talent or treasure to make a transformational impact to children in our community.

VONNIE L. HAWKINS President & CEO

PAULA OBEID Board Chair

Nurtured Children. Healthy Families. Safer Communities.

ocialWorx Institute is a 50lc3 nonprofit founded to prevent childhood trauma and heal adult survivors since unresolved childhood trauma is a root cause of violence, abuse, addiction and incarceration. Our Lighthouse Initiative is evidence-based from research on emerging N.E.A.R. science (Neuroscience, Epigenetics, ACEs and Resilience) to provide an effective trauma-informed approach to healing. Our programs complement existing community-based solutions  to build resilience in children, strengthen families and make our communities safer.

INVESTMENT IN CHARACTER: Annual

Giving Program. This campaign allows the Istrouma Area Council to continue to invest in the character of today’s youth.

SPORTING CLAYS CLASSIC: An annual clay shoot held at beautiful Avondale Scout Reservation on the first Fridy in May. Teams compete for prizes.

EAGLE SHOOTOUT GOLF TOURNAMENT:

An annual golf scramble held in the fall to support Scouting in the 13 parishes in Louisiana and Wilkinson County, MS.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

SCOUTING IN THE Istrouma Area Council provides numerous short- and long-term benefis to thousands of youth in our service area each year. These include improved character attributes, positive connections with peers and trusted adults, civic engagement, resilience, leadership skills, academic engagement, career exploration, and other positive youth development outcomes that can decrease potentially risky behaviors.

SCOUTING HAS IDEALS.

Scouting strengthens families. Scouting helps youth develop interests and skills. Scouting provides adventure. Scouting has an advancement plan. Scouting creates fellowship. Scouting promotes diversity. Scouting teaches Duty to God and Country. Scouting provides a year-round program. Scouting is a positive place.

TYRONE V. BLACK Interim Scout Executive

MATTHEW CAILLOUET Chairman of the Board

ELVIN HOWARD SR. PANCREATIC CANCER ADVOCACY FOUNDATION

MISSION STATEMENT

To reduce pancreatic cancer deaths and family hardship through awareness, advocacy, and support.

FUNDING SOURCES

SERVICE AREA

Based in Greater Baton Rouge, but with a worldwide reach through strategic partnerships, advocacy campaigns and various digital platforms.

FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS & EVENTS

ELVIN HOWARD, SR. PCAF hosts an annual fundraiser and 5K Run/1 Mile Walk in November, which is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month. The Foundation also hosts educational symposiums geared toward specific constitueny groups such as pancreatic cancer patients and their caregivers, community and business leaders, and medical professionals. These programs advance its mission to help reduce cancer disparities, pancreatic cancer deaths, and family hardship by providing awareness, advocacy, and support.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

THE ORGANIZATION IS tackling pancreatic cancer from the unique perspective of reducing negative social determinants of health. Poor social and environmental factors often translate into higher instances of pancreatic cancer and other chronic health conditions. Through social outreach and engagement that brings awareness and personal support to pancreatic cancer patients, their caregivers, and families, Elvin Howard, Sr. PCAF has brought attention and awareness of pancreatic cancer on behalf of many vulnerable communities.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

BERTHA HOWARD, RN, MSN

RetiredProfessor,SUBRSchool ofNursing

VERONICA HOWARD SIZER, ESQ. ExecutiveCounsel,Governor’s Office fHomelandSecurityand EmergencyPreparedness

WENDELL MACK, M.ED

RetiredEducatorandCoach, EBRPSchoolSystem

ROBERT SIGNATER, M.ED, Principal,GlenOaksHighSchool

EDWARD BALL, JR. RetiredProducer,WBRZChannel 2

TRUDY BIHM HOWARD EastBatonRougeCouncil onAging

DR. PETER BOSTICK SurgicalOncologist

AISHALA BURGESS, ESQ, CityofBatonRouge

GREG DUDLEY Retired Executive

VOLUNTEERING/GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

ELVIN HOWARD, SR. PCAF:

• Provides awareness opportunities through hosted educational symposiums that present on various pancreatic cancer-related topics.

• Provides pancreatic cancer and related resources to high-risk populations who are at a greater risk of being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer

• Produced several highquality pancreatic cancer awareness messaging campaigns that are presented on television, radio, social media, and digital platforms to bring awareness to high-risk communities.

DR. SANDRA GRANT Pediatrician

JOELL KELLY, ESQ. Southern Crane

AMY ROBINS

Exxon Mobil

NICOLE SCOTT Executive Director, TheBridgeAgency

ZACHARY SMITH Executive Director, BatonRougeGeneral PenningtonCancer Center

QUITNEY TOUSSAINT Educator,EBRP SchoolSystem

CLAY YOUNG ClayYoung Enterprises

LT. ELVIN HOWARD JR.

Founding Member & President DR. MONTEIC A. SIZER Founding Member & Vice President

DAMON GARDNER Cumulus Media

PATTI JOY FREEMAN Executive Director

MISSION STATEMENT

SERVICE AREA

FUNDING SOURCES

42% Fundraising & Donations 30% DCFS 12% LCLE

FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS & EVENTS MAKING A DIFFERENCE

OUR ANNUAL BOARD of Directors Fundraiser is held during the month of October (Domestic Violence Awareness Month) each year. This year’s event takes place October 27 from 6:30 to 10 p.m. at the Renaissance Hotel on Bluebonnet in Baton Rouge. The theme of the event is “Unmasking Domestic Violence.” Individual tickets are on sale for $75.

IRIS OPERATES A 24-hour Domestic Violence Crisis Response hotline and an emergency safe house shelter. Iris oers safety planning, advocacy, information, referral services and legal representation for individuals seeking personal protective orders against abusers. We oer community outreach and education on the nature of domestic violence and its physical, emotional, and psychological impact on its victims. Iris oers trauma-informed care to qualified vitims of domestic abuse, family or relationship violence and their children.

Profile proudly sponsored by East Baton Rouge Sheriff Sid Gautreaux and Ascension Parish Sheriff Bobby Webre

Loved one coming home? Make sure they have the right support. Your donation can be the start of something good.

VISION

We exist to restore love, hope, and provide encouragement by empowering people with knowledge and skills to become self-sustaining productive citizens.

MISSION

One Touch Ministry (OTM) is dedicated to the reduction of recidivism by providing housing, food, clothing, employment readiness and assistance, and counseling to recently released ex-offenders. As a faith-based, non-profit organization, we strive to ensure that ex-offenders who complete the program have all the tools necessary to become law-abiding and productive members of society, through spiritual guidance, education, life skills programming, and mental health counseling

SERVICES

OTM is a faith-based program that believes returning citizens who have a stable housing environment, a strong support network, access to quality post-release programming, and the capability to search for and acquire employment will successfully re-enter society and prosper.

The heartbeat of OTM services comprises spiritual guidance, education, life skills and soft skills, and mental health counseling. The reentry process includes but is not limited to bible study, our caring staff, random drug testing, housing (3 -12 months), one-onone counseling, post-release reentry program, bimonthly “Overcomers” sessions, and outpatient substance abuse therapy.

WHAT DO THESE TWO HAVE IN COMMON?

No matter where or when, just one hit, one bump, or one pill could be laced with a deadly dose of fentanyl. More than 50x stronger than morphine, fentanyl has quadrupled overdose deaths in East Baton Rouge Parish. Just 2 mg (0.0004 tsp) of fentanyl will end your life.

Do you know what’s in your drugs? The difference is life or death.

IT’S TIME TO SOUND THE ALARM

WE CARE WE ARE COMMITTED WE ARE NEIGHBORS