The recipient entity's physical address:
           32470 Walker Rd N, Walker, LA 70785

The recipient entity's mailing address (if different):
           PO Box 671, Walker, LA 70785

Type of Entity (for instance, a nonprofit corporation):  Non-Profit Corporation

If the entity is a corporation, list the names of the incorporators:
          Shayna Landry

The last four digits of the entity's taxpayer ID number:  0715

What is the dollar amount of the request?  $225,000

What type of request is this?  General Appropriation

Is this entity in good standing with the Secretary of State?  Yes

Provide the name of each member of the recipient entity's governing board and officers:
           Shayna Landry - President - 12110 Cardinal Drive, Walker, LA 70785
Amy Babin - Treasurer - 37439 LA HWY 61, Prairieville, LA 70769
Steve Bernard - Director - 12480 PENDARVIS LANE, Walker, LA 70785
Cassandra Guillaume - Secretary - 301 N. MILITARY RD #228, Slidell, LA 70461

Provide a summary of the project or program:
           The Family Village respectfully requests $225,000 in general appropriations to support the purchase and development of a permanent crisis center site in Livingston Parish. This investment will allow us to expand access to essential support services for families in crisis, children at risk of entering foster care, and those experiencing trauma due to domestic violence, natural disasters, or family loss.

Our organization currently operates out of a modest, donated space that we have outgrown due to rapidly increasing demand. With this funding, The Family Village will purchase a suitable parcel of land with an existing structure and relocate our current modular building to the site. This move will double our service capacity, improve accessibility for rural and underserved families, and centralize operations for greater efficiency.

The new crisis center will serve as a safe, welcoming hub where families can access emergency supplies, case management, family preservation support, parenting resources, and referrals - all designed to stabilize households and prevent foster care removals. Our team coordinates closely with the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), schools, law enforcement, and local nonprofits to ensure a community-driven, wraparound approach to family support.

Our organization serves the highest number of foster children in the state and is a nationally recognized recipient of the Congressional “Angels in Adoption” award. This one-time capital investment from the state would ensure long-term sustainability and impact.

This project is shovel-ready. Once appropriations are secured, we will move quickly to acquire the property, complete necessary site improvements, and resume operations at the new location without service disruption.

Amount Requested: $225,000
Use of Funds: Land purchase, minor building improvements, relocation of existing facility, and site preparation
Impact: Doubled service capacity, expanded outreach to at-risk families, reduced foster care entries, and enhanced coordination with state and local partners

The Family Village is committed to building strong, resilient families through compassion, stability, and community connection. We are grateful for the Legislature’s continued investment in innovative, prevention-based family support services.

What is the budget relative to the project for which funding is requested?:
          Salaries. . . . . . . . . . . . . $0
          Professional Services. . . $0
          Contracts . . . . . . . . . . . $0
          Acquisitions . . . . . . . . . $225,000
          Major Repairs . . . . . . . $0
          Operating Services. . . . $0
          Other Charges. . . . . . . $0

Does your organization have any outstanding audit issues or findings?  No

If 'Yes' is your organization working with the appropriate governmental agencies to resolve those issues or findings?
          Not Applicable

What is the entity's public purpose, sought to be achieved through the use of state monies?
          The public purpose of The Family Village is to strengthen and stabilize Louisiana families by preventing child removals, reducing foster care entries, and supporting households in crisis through community-based, trauma-informed services.

This appropriation will allow The Family Village to expand its reach and effectiveness by establishing a permanent crisis center, enabling us to serve more families with greater efficiency. Through targeted interventions including emergency assistance, case management, and family preservation supports - we help families remain safely together, reduce reliance on the child welfare system, and promote long-term stability.

By investing in this infrastructure, the State advances its interest in:

- Preserving families and preventing foster care whenever safely possible
- Supporting children and families experiencing trauma, poverty, or instability
- Leveraging public-private partnerships that improve outcomes and reduce long-term costs to the state
- Creating accessible, centralized support systems in rural and high-need communities

The requested funds will help fulfill Louisiana’s obligation to protect vulnerable children and families while promoting dignity, community engagement, and proactive support.

What are the goals and objectives for achieving such purpose?
          Goal 1: Expand capacity to serve families in crisis to 4 more Parishes located within DCFS Covington Region

Objective 1.1: Purchase property to establish a permanent crisis center in Livingston Parish

Objective 1.2: Relocate and repurpose our current modular building to the new site to immediately double service capacity

Objective 1.3: Reduce wait times and increase walk-in availability for families needing urgent support

What is the proposed length of time estimated by the entity to accomplish the purpose?
           4 months

If any elected or appointed state official or an immediate family member of such an official is an officer, director, trustee, or employee of the recipient entity who receives compensation or holds any ownership interest therein:
     (a) If an elected or appointed state official, the name and address of the official and the office held by such person:
                
    
     (b) If an immediate family member of an elected or appointed state official, the name and address of such person; the name, address, and office of the official to whom the person is related; and the nature of the relationship:
                

     (c) The percentage of the official's or immediate family member's ownership interest in the recipient entity, if any:
                

     (d) The position, if any, held by the official or immediate family member in the recipient entity:
                 

If the recipient entity has a contract with any elected or appointed state official or an immediate family member of such an official or with the state or any political subdivision of the state:
(a) If the contract is with an elected or appointed state official, provide the name and address of the official and the office held by such person: 
               

(b) If the contract is with an immediate family member of an elected or appointed state official:
          Provide the name and address of such person:
              

          Provide the name, address, and office of the official to whom the person is related:
               

          What is the nature of the relationship? 

(c) If the contract is with the state or a political subdivision of the state, provide the name and address of the state entity or political subdivision of the state:
                 Southeastern Louisiana University, 500 W University Ave, Hammond, LA 70402

(d) The nature of the contract, including a description of the goods or services provided or to be provided pursuant to the contract:
               The Family Village is contracted through Southeastern Louisiana University to implement the My Community Cares (MCC) initiative in Livingston Parish, with the overarching goal of preventing child abuse and neglect by addressing root causes and stabilizing families before state intervention becomes necessary.

Under this contract, The Family Village provides community-based services, outreach, and coordination designed to reduce risk factors, increase protective factors, and prevent unnecessary child welfare involvement. The contract is part of a broader state effort to align prevention services with federal Family First Prevention Services Act (FFPSA) goals and Louisiana’s strategic priorities for child and family well-being.

Services Provided Pursuant to the Contract Include:

Community Resource Navigation & Case Management: We work directly with families who are at risk of entering the child welfare system or are struggling with housing instability, poverty, domestic violence, substance use, or other crises. Our case managers connect them to vital resources, including housing, food, mental health services, parenting support, and more.
Family Support Services: The Family Village provides families with tangible goods such as beds, formula, car seats, clothing, diapers, and other essential items to ensure children can remain safely in their homes. We often respond to urgent situations in coordination with DCFS, schools, and law enforcement.

Community Engagement & Collaboration: We serve as a bridge between families and the systems that affect them, including DCFS, schools, healthcare providers, local churches, and law enforcement. Through consistent outreach and partnership building, we help foster a "village" approach to family preservation.

Neighborhood-Based Prevention Efforts: We host and participate in events designed to build community trust, increase awareness of available supports, and connect families with preventative services before crises escalate. Events may include resource fairs, parenting classes, neighborhood cleanups, or culturally relevant outreach activities.

Data Collection and Reporting: The Family Village tracks and reports data on outreach, referrals, engagement, and outcomes as required by the MCC contract. We work closely with Southeastern Louisiana University and state-level MCC leadership to ensure alignment with grant requirements and to contribute to statewide evaluation efforts.

This contract allows The Family Village to serve as a local anchor institution in the child welfare prevention space, utilizing its deep community roots, trauma-informed approach, and established trust with vulnerable families to prevent removals, strengthen family units, and reduce future system involvement.


Contact Information
name:  Shayna Landry 
                                       address:  12110 Cardinal Drive, Walker LA 70785
                                       phone:  2253053888
                                       fax: 
                                       e-mail:  shayna@tfvwalker.org
                                       relationship to entity:  President, Founder