The recipient entity's physical address:
           1490 Sora Street
Baton Rouge Louisiana 70807

The recipient entity's mailing address (if different):
           1490 Sora Street
Baton Rouge Louisiana 70807

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

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

The last four digits of the entity's taxpayer ID number:  9300

What is the dollar amount of the request?  $150,000

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:
           Leroy Hollins II - 1508 Sora Street, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70807
Karen Carey - 15326 Banyanwood, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70816
Jonvia Metevia - 20141 High Plains Drive, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70791
Louis Metevia - 20141 High Plains Drive, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70791
Aaron Sutton - 15023 Woodlore Drive, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70816
Donnie Hollins - 1495 Robin Street, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70807
Nicole Jones - 13426 East Shamrock Avenue, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70814

Provide a summary of the project or program:
           Louisiana Academy is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) tax-exempt community service organization committed to uplifting youth and families in Louisiana’s urban communities through quality, structured educational and social development programs. Established in 2010, Louisiana Academy was founded with the belief that every child—regardless of their background—deserves access to foundational skills, personal growth, and the opportunity to fulfill their fullest potential.

Operating at the intersection of education, social development, and community transformation, Louisiana Academy focuses on enhancing both academic and behavioral outcomes for youth, especially those who participate in athletic programs through our ongoing partnership with the Louisiana Youth Sports Network (LYSN). This grassroots collaboration has revealed critical gaps in the educational and social readiness of our participants—gaps that go beyond traditional academic challenges and often stem from deep-rooted social struggles.

Our Holistic Approach: Building the Child and the Environment

Through targeted programming, Louisiana Academy addresses two of the most persistent academic challenges facing students in underserved communities—Mathematics and Reading—while simultaneously developing social competencies in Conflict Resolution and Self-Worth. We believe the academic shortfall is often a symptom of a deeper issue: when children struggle with self-esteem or interpersonal conflict, their ability to focus, grow, and succeed in school is severely limited.

Our educational philosophy is grounded in the principle that success is built on a solid foundation. We start with the fundamentals—not only to improve immediate outcomes, but to spark a lifelong love of learning, self-respect, and leadership. We do not merely teach; we empower. Our volunteers, educators, and community mentors are committed to teaching to elevate—equipping each child not only with basic knowledge, but with the capacity to thrive far beyond the classroom.

Key Programs and Impact Areas:
• Academic Readiness: Tutoring and enrichment in core subjects like math and reading for K-12 students.
• Social & Emotional Development: Structured workshops in conflict resolution, communication skills, self-worth, and leadership.
• Family & Community Education: Extending our impact beyond the individual child by providing educational resources and training to families and community influencers.
• Youth Leadership Initiatives: Programs that instill responsibility, accountability, and pride in youth to become future changemakers in their neighborhoods.

Mission Statement
To enhance the educational and social skills of youth and young adults in Louisiana’s urban communities—to build leadership, establish pride, develop character, and promote self-discipline—and to firmly embed these qualities into their personal and social environments.

We believe that investing in youth is one of the most powerful ways to transform communities. As Proverbs 22:6 reminds us, “Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” At Louisiana Academy, we are building more than programs—we are building futures, families, and neighborhoods.

Why Your Support Matters

Funding support for Louisiana Academy ensures that children in Baton Rouge and surrounding areas receive access to essential resources and programs that address not only what they learn, but how they live and interact in the world. With your investment, Louisiana Academy can expand its reach, deepen its impact, and help close the educational and social opportunity gaps that continue to challenge generations of families in our region.

What is the budget relative to the project for which funding is requested?:
          Salaries. . . . . . . . . . . . . $75,000
          Professional Services. . . $10,000
          Contracts . . . . . . . . . . . $0
          Acquisitions . . . . . . . . . $0
          Major Repairs . . . . . . . $0
          Operating Services. . . . $65,000
          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?
          Louisiana Academy is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) tax-exempt community service organization committed to uplifting youth and families in Louisiana’s urban communities through quality, structured educational and social development programs. Established in 2010, Louisiana Academy was founded with the belief that every child—regardless of their background—deserves access to foundational skills, personal growth, and the opportunity to fulfill their fullest potential.

Operating at the intersection of education, social development, and community transformation, Louisiana Academy focuses on enhancing both academic and behavioral outcomes for youth, especially those who participate in athletic programs through our ongoing partnership with the Louisiana Youth Sports Network (LYSN). This grassroots collaboration has revealed critical gaps in the educational and social readiness of our participants—gaps that go beyond traditional academic challenges and often stem from deep-rooted social struggles.

Our Holistic Approach: Building the Child and the Environment

Through targeted programming, Louisiana Academy addresses two of the most persistent academic challenges facing students in underserved communities—Mathematics and Reading—while simultaneously developing social competencies in Conflict Resolution and Self-Worth. We believe the academic shortfall is often a symptom of a deeper issue: when children struggle with self-esteem or interpersonal conflict, their ability to focus, grow, and succeed in school is severely limited.

Our educational philosophy is grounded in the principle that success is built on a solid foundation. We start with the fundamentals—not only to improve immediate outcomes, but to spark a lifelong love of learning, self-respect, and leadership. We do not merely teach; we empower. Our volunteers, educators, and community mentors are committed to teaching to elevate—equipping each child not only with basic knowledge, but with the capacity to thrive far beyond the classroom.

Key Programs and Impact Areas:
• Academic Readiness: Tutoring and enrichment in core subjects like math and reading for K-12 students.
• Social & Emotional Development: Structured workshops in conflict resolution, communication skills, self-worth, and leadership.
• Family & Community Education: Extending our impact beyond the individual child by providing educational resources and training to families and community influencers.
• Youth Leadership Initiatives: Programs that instill responsibility, accountability, and pride in youth to become future changemakers in their neighborhoods.

Mission Statement
To enhance the educational and social skills of youth and young adults in Louisiana’s urban communities—to build leadership, establish pride, develop character, and promote self-discipline—and to firmly embed these qualities into their personal and social environments.

We believe that investing in youth is one of the most powerful ways to transform communities. As Proverbs 22:6 reminds us, “Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” At Louisiana Academy, we are building more than programs—we are building futures, families, and neighborhoods.

Funding support for Louisiana Academy ensures that children in Baton Rouge and surrounding areas receive access to essential resources and programs that address not only what they learn, but how they live and interact in the world. With your investment, Louisiana Academy can expand its reach, deepen its impact, and help close the educational and social opportunity gaps that continue to challenge generations of families in our region.

What are the goals and objectives for achieving such purpose?
          Program Goals:
1. Educational Empowerment: To empower youth, both boys and girls, with the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and fulfill their unlimited potential.
2. Social Development: To foster social growth, teamwork, and leadership skills in young participants, enabling them to become responsible and engaged members of their community.
3. Health & Wellness Awareness: To provide organized and structured recreational activities which supports physical and mental awareness.
4. Community Engagement: To actively involve parents, volunteers, and the local community in supporting and enhancing the programs offered by the Louisiana Academy.

Program Objectives:
For Educational Empowerment:
1. Improve Academic Performance: Increase participants' grades, test scores, and overall academic achievement through targeted tutoring and educational programs.
2. Career Readiness: Provide career exploration opportunities, job readiness training, and mentorship to prepare youth for future employment or higher education.

For Social Development:
1. Leadership Skills: Develop leadership skills, self-confidence, self-awareness, and interpersonal abilities through workshops, team-building activities, and mentorship programs.
2. Community Involvement: Encourage participants to engage in community service projects and civic activities to promote a sense of responsibility and civic pride.

For Community Engagement:
1. Parental Involvement: Increase parental engagement through regular communication, workshops, and family events to support youth development.
2. Volunteer Recruitment: Recruit and retain volunteers from the local community to provide mentoring and support services to youth in the program.

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:
                 N/A
    
     (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:
                 N/A

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

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

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: 
               N/A

(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:
               N/A

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

          What is the nature of the relationship?  N/A

(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:
                 N/A

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


Contact Information
name:  Leroy Hollins II 
                                       address:  1508 Sora Street, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70807
                                       phone:  225-921-3614
                                       fax:  225-302-8607
                                       e-mail:  Achieve@TheLouisianaAcademy.com
                                       relationship to entity:  Executive Director