Philanthropy

To help protect these vulnerable birds in coastal Louisiana, the Gulf of Mexico Alliance has funded a project through the Gulf Star Program that supports work by the National Audubon Society. 

There is overwhelming intent to support those affected by Hurricane Ian and there are a lot of organizations offering means to bring help to the victims.

As the holidays approach and we celebrate and dine with our families, we cannot forget that one in four children in Louisiana experiences food insecurity.

For over 30 years, Boys Town Louisiana has served the New Orleans community.

The New Orleans Marriott Business Council makes sure that no child is forgotten at Ozanam Inn’s annual Forgotten Angels Christmas Party.

Home Bank Helps is a workplace giving program funded and operated by Home Bank employees to benefit nonprofits and schools in each community we serve.

“We’re in the business of making people happy,” says Alyssa Fletchinger Higgins of Plush Appeal – The Mardi Gras Spot.

Home Bank Helps grant recipient  Angels’ Place  was founded by Anita Gilford while her son was treated for cancer.

GiveNOLA Day is an impactful 24-hour event created by the Greater New Orleans Foundation, that raises millions of dollars for our region’s nonprofits each year.

Did you know many Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) lack the resources needed to maintain fully staffed fundraising departments? With federal resources decreasing yearly, Howard University graduate Dominique King knew a change was needed.

It’s officially spring and customarily time for Cochon Cotillion, Women of Substance and Spring Cleaning.

During December the “elves” at Chalmette Refining were keeping busy hosting a toy and present drive for over 100 children and senior citizens.

On Oct. 24, Chalmette Refining held its 10th  Annual Jambalaya Cook-Off benefitting the United Way of Southeast Louisiana (UWSELA).

Jefferson Financial Federal Credit Union prides itself on giving back to communities it serves, but those philanthropic events are just a little sweeter when they result in a trophy.

Community volunteers and Chalmette Refining employees came together recently to plant 500 bald cypress trees near Braithwaite and the Caernarvon Freshwater Diversion. This project was completed with the Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundation (LPBF) and will help restore 2.5 acres.

The summer months are a perfect time to check with donors to get feedback on your nonprofit or organization’s performance. Online surveys are the way to go, and they do more than just collect data.

FHF NOLA hosted its annual Wade Verges Champion Awards reception on Wednesday, April 3, at Jones Walker. The organization honored Amy and Sherwood Collins and Patricia Ventura for their continued service to children with special challenges.

FHF NOLA is delighted to honor Amy Boyle Collins, Sherwood Collins and Patricia Ventura with its annual award, which recognizes individuals and corporations that have distinguished themselves through advocacy, leadership or philanthropy.

As an entrepreneur, I understand the importance of giving back to my community, especially in areas that are vital to New Orleans. For me, that area is science, specifically STEM. I’m proud that the gift my wife and I gave to our children’s school was able to create the Rupa and Tarun Jolly Science and Technology Building.

Isidore Newman School recently received the largest gift in its history, $3 million from Drs. Rupa and Tarun Jolly, parents of four Newman students. A health care entrepreneur and former teacher, TJ is a first-generation New Orleanian, son of immigrants and alumnus of public schools.

The Jefferson Council on Aging (JCOA) is the premier front-line resource, meeting the needs of Jefferson Parish’s senior population. As advocates for the elderly, JCOA’s services and programs provide a vital safety net.

In the 13 years since Hurricane Katrina, Youth Rebuilding New Orleans (YRNO) has grown from a committed group of high schoolers seeking to rebuild NOLA into an established job training organization offering a premier volunteer opportunity for youths and adults around the world.

Christmas in November? It’s never too early to make someone smile this Christmas. Volunteers of America Southeast Louisiana serves more than 1,500 vulnerable people in southeast Louisiana who would not receive a gift this holiday season without your generosity.

A team of veteran volunteers with The Mission Continues lead change in New Orleans. The Mission Continues is a national nonprofit that empowers veterans to find growth, purpose and connection through community impact.

Nola4Women’s Summit on Women and Girls shines a spotlight on women and children and their need for equal access to health, education and personal and economic security.

Crimestoppers GNO’s emphasis on youth safety continues to expand with the launch of the Safe School app. A free resource for schools, students can report tips anonymously to Crimestoppers, and Crimestoppers will pass them on for further investigation.

Faith-based, legacy of service, healing … this mission has made Baptist Community Ministries a foundational cornerstone within greater New Orleans.

Did you know Children’s Hospital New Orleans is the only full-service hospital exclusively for children in Louisiana? The doctors, nurses and everyone in between work tirelessly to heal their patients and improve their lives.

Giving back is an essential part of Gambel Communications’ code of culture. The #GambelGirls bring a cornucopia of traditions to the (Thanksgiving) table when it comes to showing gratitude around the holiday season.

Kick off the charitable season on #GivingTuesday, Nov. 27, with #iGiveCatholic – a community-wide online giving event that inspires the Catholic community to unite and give back to the organizations that shape our souls: Parishes, schools and nonprofit ministries.