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Yahoo
22-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
WPN awards $120K in grants to Louisiana volunteer programs
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – The Women's Philanthropy Network (WPN) voted to award two $60,000 grants to Volunteers for Youth Justice (VYJ) and Volunteers of America North Louisiana (VOANLA). Members pool 20% of their annual dues each year into an endowment fund, now valued at over $600,000, that awards grants to nonprofits in Caddo Parish that aim to improve school readiness and student success. Since its creation, WPN has awarded over $1.7 million to educational initiatives in the community. VYJ was awarded a $60,000 grant for its School Based Resource Center. 'VYJ's School Based program is a trauma-informed, relationship-based program designed to provide on-campus support for at-risk students struggling with educational challenges, particularly those related to truancy and trauma,' a press release stated. 'Rooted in Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) principles, the program focuses on building resilience, strengthening emotional regulation, and restoring a sense of safety for students who have experienced adversity.' Volunteers for Youth Justice named beneficiary of Artport 2025 VOANLA's $60,000 grant was awarded for its Broadmoor STEM Academy Communities in Schools (CIS) and The Lighthouse (LH), serving K-12 students in Caddo Parish. 'The program removes barriers to academic success,' the release stated. 'Broadmoor is one of six locations with both CIS and LH co-located on campus. This grant will provide continued, sustaining program support for the CIS and LH programs at the Broadmoor STEM Academy. Without the need to transport LightHouse students after the school day, VOANLA can seamlessly transition into afternoon and evening programming and activities, bolstering its impact on these students.' For more information about the WPN, go to Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Volunteers for Youth Justice named beneficiary of Artport 2025
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS)—Volunteers for Youth Justice (VYJ) has been named the beneficiary of Artport 2025, the region's premier art and culture celebration supporting community nonprofits. Each year, Artport transforms an aviation hangar at the Shreveport Regional Airport into a pop-up gallery and immersive art experience. The event aims to highlight local nonprofits, and this year's will be VYJ, which serves children and families in crisis across Northwest Louisiana. 'We are honored and grateful to be chosen as the beneficiary of Artport 2025,' said Alex Person, Director of Community Engagement for Volunteers for Youth Justice. 'This opportunity not only provides vital support for our programs but also raises awareness of the work we do to bring hope, healing, and justice to the most vulnerable members of our community.' Louisiana projects receive Brownfields revitalization funds Proceeds from Artport 2025 will benefit VYJ's restorative and preventative programs, including CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), Youth Programs, TBRI (Trust-Based Relational Intervention) training, Families in Need of Services (FINS), Truancy Assessment Service Center (TASC), and the Family Resource Center (FRC). 'VYJ also has The Harbor, a building with programming and organizations dedicated to providing resources to families in crisis,' a press release stated. 'The funds will directly impact the lives of thousands of children and families by providing critical advocacy, education, and intervention services.' According to the release, Artport 2025 will feature work from local and regional artists, live performances, interactive exhibits, and curated experiences for art lovers and philanthropists. The event is scheduled for Fall 2025, with full details to be announced soon. Non-profit incubator honors former Shreveport councilman 'We believe in the power of community and creativity,' said Artport Director Abigail Simmons. 'VYJ embodies the mission of using compassion and innovation to make a difference, and we are thrilled to support their mission through this year's event.' For more information about Artport 2025 or to become a sponsor or participating artist, go to Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
