United Way of Southeast Louisiana

UWSELA will distribute Hurricane Francine relief and recovery supplies today at our Prosperity Centers from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. First come, first served; supplies are limited. Thanks to our partners at Entergy for making this opportunity possible. Locations: 2401 Canal St., New Orleans 8324 Morrison Rd., New Orleans 834 N. Columbia St., Covington 432 Avenue U, Bogalusa How You Can Help: Make a Donation: Please consider supporting the Francine Relief Fund. 100% of your donations will go directly toward immediate relief efforts. Visit https://lnkd.in/gFzph9Zm to donate today. Share with Your Network: We encourage you to share our fund within your personal and professional networks. An easy way to start is by sharing this post on your LinkedIn account.

UWSELA has been working with Jefferson Parish officials to evaluate the needs of the community. Today, we distributed remediation supplies to households affected by the storm, responding immediately with boots on the ground in impacted areas. We’d like to thank Councilman Brian Brennan of District Five, City of Kenner, and Jennifer Van Vrancken, Jefferson Parish Council At-Large, Division A, for hand-delivering supplies to residents. We are currently evaluating Francine’s impact on other parishes, so stay tuned for more information about resources. You can support these efforts and more through our Francine Relief Fund. 100% of your donations will go directly toward immediate relief efforts, long-term rebuilding, and partner organizations providing vital recovery services. Visit https://lnkd.in/gFzph9Zm to donate today.

#ICYMI Check out Michael Williamson, our President and CEO, on WDSU-TV discussing the impact of Hurricane Francine and how UWSELA is responding at the speed of need. You can support those in our community affected by the storm through our Francine Relief Fund. 100% of your donations will go directly toward immediate relief efforts, long-term rebuilding, and partner organizations providing vital recovery services. Visit https://lnkd.in/gFzph9Zm to donate today. https://lnkd.in/gf-YEtx9

United Way of Southeast Louisiana has launched the Francine Relief Fund to support households impacted by the storm, especially ALICE families who are already stretched thin. These hardworking families often live paycheck to paycheck, making it difficult to afford the extra costs of preparing for or recovering from a storm. 100% of your donations will go directly toward immediate relief efforts, long-term rebuilding, and partner organizations providing vital recovery services. Visit https://lnkd.in/gFzph9Zm to donate today.

Make sure you're ready for Francine by finishing your storm preparations today! Stay updated with the latest emergency information and resources by checking in with your parish government. For details and updates specific to your area, visit https://lnkd.in/gc6T5NnY.

United Way of Southeast Louisiana and Loyola University New Orleans College of Law announced the 16 community members selected for the fall 2024 class of the Nancy M. Marsiglia Institute of Justice, a 12-week course on the U.S. Constitution. Participants hailing from a wide range of backgrounds will study the founding principles of U.S. government through the articles, Bill of Rights, and amendments of the Constitution and explore how interpretation of the constitution continues to shape our society. The Marsiglia Institute was created to reclaim civil discourse in an increasingly divisive political climate and empower community members to be civically engaged. Fall 2024 fellows include: Sharee Camel, GG’s Herbal Ministry Ellen Clements, University of Louisiana at Lafayette Janaki Comeaux, NextEra Energy Resources Betsy Davidson, Retired Joan Hall, U.S. Department of the Interior Cai Johnson, Morning Wings Lawn Care Blaine Moncreif, Couhig Partners, LLC Rebecca Mowbray, Bureau of Governmental Research Mary Anne Mushatt, Self-Employed Marla Jones Newman, Mother Jones Angelique Phipps, Foundation for Louisiana Caryn Rodgers-Battiste, Bright Moment Moments, LLC John Sillars, Second Harvest Food Bank of Greater New Orleans and Acadiana Dionne St. Etienne, BOYS TOWN LOUISIANA, INC. Lacie Tillman, City of New Orleans – Health Department Robin Vogt, Metairie Park Country Day School

Congratulations to BOYS TOWN LOUISIANA, INC., Children's Bureau of New Orleans, Communities In Schools Gulf South, Free ALAS, Glam U, Inc, The Good Shepherd School, Health and Education Alliance & Education Alliance of Louisiana, Institute Of Women & Ethnic Studies, New Orleans Pride Center, Phoenix Communities of NOLA, Reaching for the Stars, Rooted Ones, Son of a Saint, VIA LINK, Inc., Whole Village Art Therapy, and YEAH! YOGA - Youth Empowerment and Healing on receiving the first-ever RESOLVE (Resilient, Equitable Systems for Overcoming Loss and Violence Everywhere) NOLA Impact Grant. “All 16 grant recipients have proven their dedication to our shared goals and have already created a lasting impact for many New Orleans youth. This is just one of the many practical and productive impacts of the Mental Health Collaborative." - New Orleans District A City Councilmember and MHC Committee Co-chair, Joseph I. Giarrusso III. Read more: https://ow.ly/UYs250TgR0w

ICYMI: Check out the latest news about New Orleans Super Bowl Host Committee's potential impact on the city of New Orleans! At the September 3rd press conference, Demario Davis, Jen Hale, Cam Jordan, and Tyrann Mathieu were named as community champions, and Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation (GNOSF) highlighted the economic benefits of this opportunity, including the Impact59 Powered by Entergy grants. UWSELA is managing the application process and gives a big shout out to Fluxx, a leader in grant management software that generously donated resources to make this process a world-class experience for the applicants. Stay tuned for updates on the recipients! Read more: https://ow.ly/u1eX50TgQ1A

Sybil Haydel Morial was a remarkable trailblazer whose pioneering spirit and dedication to civil rights and education transformed New Orleans. As the first African American First Lady of New Orleans, she broke barriers and set a powerful example of leadership and grace. Sybil was a founding member of Women United and an outstanding advocate for our anti-poverty work. United Way of Southeast Louisiana honors her enduring legacy of service and the profound impact she made on our community. May she rest in peace.

Last Wednesday, we hosted an appreciation dinner celebrating local organizations' remarkable contributions in naming the city New Orleans as a finalist for the National Civic League's 2024 All American Cities Competition. United Way's New Orleans Campaign for Grade-Level Reading, Agenda for Children, City of New Orleans, The Louisiana Policy Institute for Children , For Providers By Providers Louisiana, New Orleans Children & Youth Planning Board, and New Orleans Youth Alliance collaborated on the city’s nomination, recognizing progress in addressing how the use of inclusive civic engagement addresses critical issues and creates stronger connections among residents, businesses, nonprofits, and government leaders. Congratulations to all those involved who passionately demonstrated the community's shared vision, civic engagement, inclusiveness and equity, collaboration, innovation, and impact. Learn more about the New Orleans Campaign for Grade-Level Reading at https://lnkd.in/gZAcb5Th.