The recipient entity's physical address:
           13505 Highway 1085
Covington, LA 70433

The recipient entity's mailing address (if different):
           200 Henry clay Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70118

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

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

The last four digits of the entity's taxpayer ID number:  6903

What is the dollar amount of the request?  $100,000

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:
           Trevor Johnson
Miracle League Manager
13505 Highway 1085
Covington, LA 70433
504-301-7614



Stephen I. Dwyer, President¿
Attorney, Dwyer, Cambre, and Suffern
3000 West Esplanade Avenue North, Suite 200 Metairie, LA 70002
(504) 838-9090

Dustin Michel – Vice President
Insurance Advisor, Aubert Insurance Agency
614 E. Boston St., Covington, LA 70433
(985) 643-3151

Emily Wolff - Treasurer
Vice President, Community Benefits, Children’s Hospital
200 Henry Clay Avenue New Orleans, LA 70118
(504) 894-5464

Gina Lorio
Executive Director, Greater New Orleans Miracle League
200 Henry Clay Avenue New Orleans, LA 70118
(504) 615-6307

Dr. Michael Haydel
Director, Medical Rehab
1100 North Causeway Blvd., Metairie, LA 70001
(985) 789-7481

Elmer Amaya
Owner, Prime Restorations and Services, LLC
69525 Taverny Ct, Madisonville, LA 70447
(504) 373-3464

Tim Bounds
Board Member, Recreation District 14 Coquille Parks & Recreation
13505 LA-1085, Covington, LA 70433
(504) 952-2866

Provide a summary of the project or program:
           The Miracle League is designed to serve kids who cannot be accommodated by established league sports due to the special needs of their disabilities. The vision of the program is to provide any child with special needs, regardless of their level of disability, the opportunity to play league sports and enjoy the emotional and physical benefits of being part of a team sport. We provide these children with the chance to play through our Miracle Field, a specially constructed sports field that uses a cushioned, synthetic turf to accommodate wheelchairs and other walking-assistance devices that, along with appropriate support facilities, is designed specifically for use by children with disabilities.

We are respectfully requesting an appropriation of $100,000, which will be used specifically to repair and restore the Miracle Field. After years of use and exposure to the elements, the field surface needs repair to continue providing a safe and accessible environment for our players. This funding will directly support our mission to give every child the chance to play ball—regardless of their abilities.

What is the budget relative to the project for which funding is requested?:
          Salaries. . . . . . . . . . . . . $49,876
          Professional Services. . . $2,291
          Contracts . . . . . . . . . . . $0
          Acquisitions . . . . . . . . . $0
          Major Repairs . . . . . . . $100,000
          Operating Services. . . . $24,391
          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?
          

What is the entity's public purpose, sought to be achieved through the use of state monies?
          Purpose of State Funding Request – Miracle League Northshore
The Miracle League Northshore is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing children and adults with special needs the opportunity to play baseball in a safe, inclusive, and accessible environment. Our custom-designed field in St. Tammany Parish allows athletes of all abilities to participate in the joy of sports without the barriers that traditional playing surfaces often present.
We are seeking state funding to resurface our specialized playing field, which is now showing significant signs of wear after years of consistent use and exposure to the elements. The current surface, a rubberized, wheelchair-accessible material, is essential to ensuring the safety and mobility of our athletes. Cracking, uneven areas, and fading traction have made it increasingly difficult to maintain the high standards of safety and playability that our participants deserve.
Resurfacing the field will:
• Restore a safe and consistent surface for our athletes.
• Ensure full accessibility for individuals using wheelchairs, walkers, or other mobility aids.
• Prolong the life of this vital community resource.
• Support the continued growth of inclusive recreational programming across the region.
This investment will directly impact hundreds of families in our area and ensure Miracle League Northshore can continue fulfilling its mission: that “every child deserves the chance to play baseball.”

What are the goals and objectives for achieving such purpose?
          Goal:
To provide a safe, accessible, and high-quality playing surface for individuals with special needs by resurfacing the Miracle League Northshore field in St. Tammany Parish.
Objectives:
1. Ensure Safety for All Participants
o Remove current hazards such as cracks, uneven surfaces, and worn areas that pose risks to athletes using mobility aids.
o Install a new rubberized, ADA-compliant surface specifically designed for wheelchair and walker use.
2. Restore Full Accessibility and Playability
o Provide a smooth, cushioned field that supports the physical needs of players with disabilities.
o Improve performance conditions to enhance player confidence, comfort, and overall experience.
3. Extend the Lifespan of a Critical Community Asset
o Invest in a durable resurfacing solution to reduce long-term maintenance costs and prolong the use of the field.
o Protect previous capital investments by keeping the field in optimal condition for years to come.
4. Support Inclusive Recreational Growth in the Region
o Maintain a reliable facility for Miracle League seasons and special events.
o Enable increased participation by ensuring the field remains a safe and attractive venue for current and future athletes.

What is the proposed length of time estimated by the entity to accomplish the purpose?
           Should be done by summer of 2026

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:
                 NA
    
     (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:
                 NA

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

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

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:
                

(d) The nature of the contract, including a description of the goods or services provided or to be provided pursuant to the contract:
               


Contact Information
name:  Trevor Johnson 
                                       address:  13505 Highway 1085
Covington, LA 70433
                                       phone:  504-301-7614
                                       fax: 
                                       e-mail:  TREVOR.JOHNSON2@lcmchealth.org
                                       relationship to entity:  Manager