Louisiana Youth Grants

The Mayor’s Office of Cultural Economy is offering a 2024 Grant Funding Program designed to support and promote the cultural economy of New Orleans. This program aligns with the office's mission to foster economic growth through cultural activities. For the FY24 cycle, twenty-five grants of $2,000 each will be awarded. The grants target individuals and organizations that are actively engaged in promoting the cultural economy. This includes educating youth, training cultural producers, providing networking opportunities, and creating cultural events. Eligible applicants include State and federal 501(c)3 nonprofits, for-profit businesses licensed with the City and State (for community/cultural activities only), and individuals such as artists who have secured a fiscal agent. The program aims to strengthen the cultural sector by supporting initiatives that build capacity and generate economic activity. The program prioritizes workshops, training, and conferences that enhance the capacity of cultural non-profits, neighborhood organizations, and cultural businesses. This capacity building encompasses networking, skill development (such as fundraising and grant writing), programming improvement, education on sustainability, and learning new concepts like place-based planning. Additionally, the grants support workshops, training, and conferences within specific Cultural Economy segments including Entertainment, Design, Preservation, Culinary Arts, Literary Arts and Humanities, and Visual Arts and Crafts. Expected outcomes include the creation of cultural events, increased employment for cultural workers (e.g., musicians), and increased sales for art and cultural vendors, thereby attracting tourists. The program's theory of change is that by investing in cultural education, training, networking, and events, the Office of Cultural Economy can stimulate economic growth and enhance the vibrancy of New Orleans' cultural landscape. All funded programs, events, and activities are required to acknowledge support from the Office of Cultural Economy, ensuring visibility and accountability.

This grant provides financial support to local nonprofit organizations in Southwest Louisiana that address community needs, particularly for youth, financial security, health, and resilience, while focusing on assisting low-income working families.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that assist migrant and seasonal farmworkers, focusing on enhancing job training, education, employment services, housing stability, and youth development initiatives.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations that provide career development programs for Black youth aged 14-24 in designated NBA markets.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for summer programs that enrich the lives of children and youth from low to moderate-income families in five parishes of Southwest Louisiana.

This grant provides funding to non-profits, universities, and schools to offer technical assistance in establishing a Juvenile Assessment Center in New Orleans, Louisiana.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations that serve children and youth in Orleans Parish, Louisiana, helping cover operational costs and encouraging collaborative efforts among multiple organizations.

This grant provides funding to Louisiana-based nonprofit organizations for after-school and summer arts and culture education programs that celebrate the state's unique cultural heritage.

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and schools in low- to moderate-income neighborhoods for improving local football fields, ensuring safe and accessible play spaces for community youth.

This program recognizes and honors exceptional high school students in Louisiana who demonstrate outstanding achievements in academics, public service, and personal resilience, inspiring others in their communities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit and governmental organizations that deliver essential public services to low- and moderate-income residents in designated neighborhoods of Shreveport, enhancing community wellbeing and stability.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations that enhance the quality of life for residents in the Gert Town neighborhood of New Orleans through various community-focused initiatives.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit, faith-based, and government organizations working with families and youth aged 6-17 in specific Louisiana parishes to implement a program that prevents substance and alcohol abuse by strengthening family relationships and youth resilience.

This grant provides funding to Louisiana K-12 schools to enhance music and art education programs, supporting activities that promote cultural heritage and artistic expression within the school environment.

This program provides funding to local schools, nonprofits, and community organizations in areas where Meta operates data centers, focusing on technology-driven community development and enhancing STEAM education.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in New Orleans that focus on community well-being, youth recreation, and cultural enrichment.

This initiative provides funding and support for youth-led climate projects in New Orleans, empowering young people aged 15 to 24 to lead efforts in sustainability and climate resilience.

This fund provides financial support to nonprofit organizations working to improve the quality of life in St. Bernard Parish and designated areas of Algiers in New Orleans through various community initiatives.

This funding opportunity supports innovative arts projects in Louisiana, providing financial assistance to local artists, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and government agencies to enhance public engagement in the arts.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Central Louisiana for innovative projects that improve community well-being and address significant local issues.