Mission: The mission of LDRF is to transform the disaster caused by hurricanes Katrina and Rita into an unprecedented opportunity for a new Louisiana – providing resources for the relief, recovery, and betterment of all its people by ensuring access and opportunity in rebuilding their communities and culture.

Programs: The LDRF funds and supports:

• Relief and Recovery Services through the Louisiana Recovery Corps and other Louisiana based nonprofits providing direct relief

• Community organizing efforts allowing for the inclusion of Louisiana residents whose voices have traditionally been left out of the decision making processes that affect their daily lives

• Nonprofit Housing Development and Small Business Rebuilding

• Programs that strengthen the existing nonprofit sector

• Public policy and advocacy strategies ensuring effective and accountable use of public and private funds

The LDRF concentrates on these core sets of issues:

• Housing
• Economic development
• Education and education reform
• Land-use planning
• Health care

Website: www.louisianahelp.org/

How to make a Donation:

To make a donation by telephone, please call 225-383-1672.

To donate by mail, please make checks payable to:

Louisiana Disaster Recovery Foundation

445 North Sixth Street, Suite 200

Baton Rouge, LA 70801

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