Generous Hearts

HIGHLIGHTING PHILANTHROPY ON THE NORTHSHORE

Our partners at the Northshore Community Foundation exist to make it easy for each of us to make a difference in our own backyard. In their 18th year, the Foundation has touched over $80 million dollars in philanthropic fuel, focusing on simplifying, organizing, and magnifying philanthropy at every turn. The Foundation has reached those remarkable numbers through three primary ways. First, they engage hundreds of individuals, families, companies, and nonprofits in a membership model that promotes active connections and charitable work. Secondly, they take the paperwork out of “doing good” by administering funds that act as charitable checkbooks for any purpose. Lastly, they step into big roles when the need is great – especially in times of disaster. Through these three unique and critical roles, the Northshore Community Foundation uses its expertise and resources to magnify the incredible charitable work so prevalent in our region. Below is a sample of the good people and projects that are changing lives every day on the Northshore.

Civic Leadership: Charging Forward

The Foundation is a proud partner with Cleco and Adopt a Chargeraccelerating the widespread adoption of plug-in vehicles through the placement of public, electric car chargers that are “adopted” by sponsors. With over 10 chargers at 5 sites, including Pelican Park, Abita Springs Public Lot, and Maritime Museum, we aim to extend access to meet this growing community need at several promising locations.

Fund Management: Granting Nonprofit Empowerment

A Foundation fundholder recently has gone the extra mile, generously granting some of our nonprofit members resources to give them a much-needed boost. For instance, these organizations are now able to send staff to conferences, acquire updated office equipment, or create a new garden space. We value donors who recognize the essential role nonprofits play in our community and acknowledge their deserving nature for a well-earned reward.

Engaged Philanthropy: Signature Event is Back

One of NCF’s nonprofit members, The Hospice Foundation of the South, is hosting their Annual Crawfish Cookoff coming up on April 20th. Last year, they earned the prestigious title of the 2023 Signature Event of the Southeast, courtesy of the esteemed Southeast Tourism Society! This recognition not only underscores the event's excellence but also shines a spotlight on its significant impact. As anticipation builds for the event’s 19th year, embrace the spirit of togetherness that defines our community and celebrate with us.