The recipient entity's physical address:
           936 Whispering Lake Dr.
Shreveport, LA 71107

The recipient entity's mailing address (if different):
           936 Whispering Lake Dr.
Shreveport, LA 71107

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

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

The last four digits of the entity's taxpayer ID number:  0240

What is the dollar amount of the request?  $575,000

What type of request is this?  Both

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:
           Miguel Morris - 936 Whispering Lake Dr. Shreveport, LA 71107
Denise Morris - 936 Whispering Lake Dr. Shreveport, LA 71107
Celeste Felton - 5344 Rockingham Dr. Williamsburg, VA 23188
Demetrius Morris - 220 Bristol Downs Dr. Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Julie DuPont - 6220 E. Texas St. Bossier City, LA 71111

Provide a summary of the project or program:
           North Caddo Community Coalition (NC3) is launching Project Secure the Hub, a transformative initiative to address poverty, food insecurity, and underemployment in the North Caddo Parish surrounding communities. By acquiring and revitalizing the long-abandoned Oil City School, NC3 will establish a fully functional, culturally competent community hub that delivers critical services, workforce development, and access to opportunity.

Identified Needs & Strategic Alignment
The communities we serve face layered barriers—high poverty (23% in Caddo Parish), declining population, limited access to fresh food, and a shortage of accessible career pathways. According to recent regional labor market data, food service and multimedia sectors present strong potential for workforce inclusion, especially for underrepresented populations. Yet, underserved residents often lack access to training, resources, or safe community spaces that facilitate advancement.

This project aligns with NC3’s mission to foster self-sufficiency, opportunity, and empowerment through education, innovation, and direct support. Project Secure the Hub is designed to create a scalable, sustainable model that addresses food insecurity, economic mobility, and educational disparities—rooted in the community’s own assets and culture.

Primary Goal
To acquire, restore, and operationalize the former Oil City School as a multipurpose community hub that will serve as the anchor for NC3’s programming.

Objectives
1. Secure and Renovate the Property

• Allocate $464,000 toward the purchase of the school property.

• Use the remaining $36,000 for essential renovations, safety upgrades, maintenance, and utilities.

2. Launch Culinary Arts and Food Security Programming

• Allocate $25,000 toward Culinary Arts program.

• Establish a culinary training kitchen offering ServSafe certification, catering experience, and entrepreneurship opportunities.

• Operate a feeding program and community pantry, supported by a local garden and farm-to-table model.

• Host community dinners and fundraising galas as a dual strategy for sustainability and social impact.

3. Activate Multimedia Workforce Programs

• Allocate $25,000 toward Multimedia program.

• Develop a multimedia production lab to train youth and adults in audio engineering, photography, and video production.

• Partner with local creatives and media professionals to offer mentorships, workshops, and industry-standard experiences.

• Support participants in building portfolios for employment in regional film, music, and digital media industries.

4. Offer Wraparound Services to Support Self-Sufficiency

• Allocate $25,000 toward Self-Sufficiency and Sustainability program.

• Provide space for elderly assistance, mental health workshops, job readiness coaching, and youth empowerment programs.

• Deliver culturally responsive and linguistically accessible services that reflect community diversity and resilience.

Use of Funds
All requested funds ($575,000) will go toward acquisition and activation of the hub:

• $464,000 will cover the cost to secure the property.

• $36,000 will support essential revitalization and operation needs, including safety improvements, minor renovations, utilities, and basic furnishings.

• $75,000 will cover the cost to execute programs.

Long-Term Vision
This hub will be a catalyst for transformation—a place where families access fresh food, youth develop career-ready skills, and neighbors connect through shared purpose. Through strategic partnerships, community engagement, and data-informed planning, NC3 will ensure that Project Secure the Hub becomes a sustainable force for equity and empowerment in North Caddo Parish.

What is the budget relative to the project for which funding is requested?:
          Salaries. . . . . . . . . . . . . $0
          Professional Services. . . $0
          Contracts . . . . . . . . . . . $0
          Acquisitions . . . . . . . . . $464,000
          Major Repairs . . . . . . . $36,000
          Operating Services. . . . $75,000
          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?
          To create a community hub that empowers North Caddo through education, resources, and programs for self-sufficiency and growth.

What are the goals and objectives for achieving such purpose?
          We’re dedicated to addressing the challenges facing our community by providing vital resources, support, and programs that empower individuals and families. In North Caddo Parish and surrounding areas, too many residents struggle with access to essential services, job opportunities, and resources for personal growth. Our team is here to change that—building a stronger, more self-sustaining community by offering everything from educational programs and job assistance to food security and youth mentorship. Join us in creating a brighter future for North Caddo, where everyone has the tools to thrive and succeed. Together, we can make a lasting impact.

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

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:  Miguel Morris 
                                       address:  936 Whispering Lake Dr. Shreveport, LA 71107
                                       phone:  318-402-5759
                                       fax: 
                                       e-mail:  president-director@northcaddocommunitycoalition.org
                                       relationship to entity:  President