The recipient entity's physical address:
           500 Front Street Natchitoches,LA 71457

The recipient entity's mailing address (if different):
           500 Front Street Natchitoches,LA 71457

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:  1634

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:
           Ronnie Rantz
President/CEO
9340 Greystone Ave
Denham Springs, LA 70726
(225) 802-6040
ronnierantz@lasportshall.com

Tristan Manthey
Chairman
650 Poydras Street, Ste 2500
New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 905-7896
tmanthey@fishmanhaygood.com

Randy Hayden
Vice Chairman
13144 Perkins Rd
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
(225) 937-2841
randy@ccilouisiana.com

Seine Liles
Secretary
428 Claymont Court
Madisonville, LA 70447
(985) 373-3770
srl2006@yahoo.com

Adrian Howard
Board Member
Email: ahtopdog@gmail.com

Anthony Moore
Board Member (CPA)
Email: moore.anthonywade@gmail.com

Ben Taylor
Board Member
907 6th Street
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 478-8652
sbt@lcha-housing.org

Brian Cheramie
Board Member
P.O. Box 458 or 132 Ridgewood Dr.
Golden Meadow, LA 70357
(985) 362-4136
brian@seacormarine.com

Buddy Wood
Board Member
125 Fisher Road
Many, LA 71449
(318) 315-1777
buddy.wood.b276@statefarm.com

Bunnie Cannon
Board Member
1909 Skip Bertman Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70803
(225) 278-9711
bcannon@lsu.edu

Charles Herold
Board Member
2303 Paragould Blvd.
Monroe, LA 71201
(318) 388-4400
charles@cheroldlaw.com

Doug Ireland
Board Member
168 Moss Hill Terrace
Natchitoches, LA 71457
(318) 288-6388
dougireland@lasportshall.com

Doug Tatum
Board Member
1200 Jena Street
New Orleans, LA 70115
(504) 232-2955
doug.tatum@saints.nfl.com

Dustin Cross
Board Member
305 Church Street
Natchitoches, LA 71457
(318) 238-7700
dustin@crossfingrp.com

Gerald Boudreaux
Board Member
P.O. Box 91245
Lafayette, LA 70509
(337) 291-8374
gboud@bellsouth.net

Greg Baker
Board Member
5245 Lark Ln
Alexandria, LA 71303
(318) 451-4112
greg.baker.b25y@statefarm.com

Jason Ramezan
Board Member
13672 Kings Court Ave
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
(225) 505-5037
JasonR@srmc.com

John Grubb
Board Member
8014 Rod Laver Ave
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
(225) 931-8459
jwgrubb@cox.net

John Marcase
Board Member / LSWA President
517 Hiawatha Trail
Pineville, LA 71360
(318) 305-0428
jmarcase@hotmail.com

Kent Lowe
Board Member
6254 Belle Grove
Baton Rouge, LA 70820
(225) 241-4360
clowe@lsu.edu

L. J. Mayeux
Board Member
P.O. Box 1529
Marksville, LA 71351
(318) 240-4983
drduck161@aol.com

Lindsey Robinson
Board Member
Baton Rouge, LA
(225) 408-9760
LRobinson@lacapfcu.org

Matt Heinz
Board Member
7444 Lanes End
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
(225) 614-6493
mheinz@centura-advisors.com

Megan Klock
Board Member
(225) 953-4512
megan@ruffinosrestaurant.com

Rachael Goff
Board Member
18616 Ole Maplewood Dr
Prairieville, LA 70769
(225) 205-6967
rgoff028@yahoo.com

Richard House
Board Member
(504) 427-8808
rhouse3250@gmail.com

Robert Salim
Board Member
1901 Texas St.
Natchitoches, LA 71457
(318) 663-0491
drhine@salim-beasley.com

Tag Rome
Board Member
4120 Airline Drive
Bossier City, LA 71111
(318) 742-9120
tag@tagrome.com

Wil Adams
Board Member
9539 Mazant Lane
Shreveport, LA 71115
(318) 210-9552
wil.adams@gmail.com

William Wilton
Board Member
4740 Newcomb Dr
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 955-8778
wbob5@yahoo.com

Provide a summary of the project or program:
           Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame and Northwest History Museum enhancements, marketing, induction ceremony events, and other Hall of Fame events around the state celebrating and promoting the Louisiana Sports Hall of Famers

What is the budget relative to the project for which funding is requested?:
          Salaries. . . . . . . . . . . . . $140,000
          Professional Services. . . $80,000
          Contracts . . . . . . . . . . . $22,000
          Acquisitions . . . . . . . . . $0
          Major Repairs . . . . . . . $30,000
          Operating Services. . . . $80,000
          Other Charges. . . . . . . $100,000

Does your organization have any outstanding audit issues or findings?  Yes

If 'Yes' is your organization working with the appropriate governmental agencies to resolve those issues or findings?
          Yes

What is the entity's public purpose, sought to be achieved through the use of state monies?
          The Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame Foundation’s public purpose is to preserve and promote the rich sports heritage of Louisiana through the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame Museum in Natchitoches. State funds support efforts to enhance exhibits, acquire artifacts, and provide educational programming that celebrates the achievements of Louisiana athletes and inspires future generations. The Foundation helps stimulate tourism, foster civic pride, and offer cultural enrichment through accessible, high-quality museum experiences. By using state monies to maintain and improve the museum’s offerings, the Foundation contributes to historical preservation, education, and public engagement across the state of Louisiana.

What are the goals and objectives for achieving such purpose?
          he Foundation’s goals are to preserve Louisiana’s sports history, educate the public, and inspire future generations. Objectives include acquiring and exhibiting historic artifacts, developing educational programs, increasing public access through free or low-cost events, and promoting tourism through engaging exhibits and special events. The Foundation also seeks to celebrate state pride by honoring athletic achievements and fostering community involvement. Sustainability is supported through public-private partnerships and continued collaboration with the Louisiana State Museum system to ensure long-term impact and cultural enrichment statewide

What is the proposed length of time estimated by the entity to accomplish the purpose?
           12 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:
                

(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:  Ronald Rantz 
                                       address:  500 Front Street Natchitoches, LA 71457
                                       phone:  2258026040
                                       fax: 
                                       e-mail:  ronnierantz@lasportshall.com
                                       relationship to entity:  President/CEO