The recipient entity's physical address:
           911 General Mouton Ave
Lafayette, Louisiana 70501

The recipient entity's mailing address (if different):
           P.O. Box 53967
Lafayette, Louisiana 70505

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:  1800

What is the dollar amount of the request?  $50,000

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:
           Kimberly Young, Executive Director 1435 W. Gloria Switch Rd, Carencro, LA

Catalon, Lesa - Secretary
218 E. Vincent Street
Lafayette, LA 70501

Chavis, Elizabeth Dr.
1304 Bertrand Dr Suite B-4
Lafayette, LA 70506

Choate, Clayton - Board President
2511 Verot School Road
Lafayette, LA 70508

Dorr, Karly K
1001 West Pinhook Road, Suite 200
Lafayette, LA 70503

Hebert, Jaimie Dr.
13706 Estate Circle
Maurice, LA 70555

Early, Desiree’
103 Hal Drive
Lafayette, LA 70503


Garrett, Deiadra
701 Elysian Field
Lafayette, LA 70508

Hanes, Ken, Treasurer
100 S. Fleur Dr
Lafayette, LA 70508

Lafleur, Hannah
1819 W. Pinhook Rd, Ste 116
Lafayette, LA 70508

Leblanc, Susan
408 Hamlet Lane
Lafayette, LA 70508

Magee, Latikka
819 S. Avenue G
Crowley, LA 70526

McZeal, Stasia Herbert
107 Saint Charles St.
Carencro, La 70520

Parrish, Ryan, Vice President
222 Renee Avenue
Lafayette, LA 70506

Alix Gonsoulin
206 Pickwick Dr.
Lafayette, LA 70503

Provide a summary of the project or program:
           Hearts of Hope CAC is an organization that specializes in assisting children who are victims of severe physical abuse and sexual abuse. The organization offers a comforting environment where children can receive therapeutic intervention, forensic interviews, and support services. The Hearts of Hope program educates children about the court system, builds trust, and reduces fear. Additionally, coping skills and improved self-esteem are taught to prevent future trauma.

Before Hearts of Hope CAC was established, victims had to recount their experiences to various agencies, and there was no centralized location for victim services. Hearts of Hope CAC provides a safe, collaborative environment for children who have experienced sexual assault or severe physical abuse. A trained forensic interviewer interviews the victims, and all interviews are reported to law enforcement or the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) in the presence of law enforcement or DCFS agents to prevent discrepancies that can make it difficult to prosecute cases.

Hearts of Hope has established multidisciplinary teams to support child survivors and their families. Additionally, the organization conducted a caregiver survey to help identify service gaps and assess the quality of care given. Hearts of Hope provides training opportunities for staff members, volunteers, and allied health professionals to improve victim care. Monthly multidisciplinary meetings are held to train first responders better and ensure collaboration to provide victim-centered care, promote advocacy and therapeutic intervention for survivors, and support the prosecution of substantiated sex crime allegations. Expanding Hearts of Hope services throughout the region would significantly enhance the care of victims.

What is the budget relative to the project for which funding is requested?:
          Salaries. . . . . . . . . . . . . $40,000
          Professional Services. . . $0
          Contracts . . . . . . . . . . . $0
          Acquisitions . . . . . . . . . $0
          Major Repairs . . . . . . . $0
          Operating Services. . . . $10,000
          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?
          Hearts of Hope CAC is an organization that specializes in assisting children who are victims of severe physical abuse and sexual abuse. The organization offers a comforting environment where children can receive therapeutic intervention, forensic interviews, and support services. The Hearts of Hope program educates children about the court system, builds trust, and reduces fear. Additionally, coping skills and improved self-esteem are taught to prevent future trauma.

Before Hearts of Hope CAC was established, victims had to recount their experiences to various agencies, and there was no centralized location for victim services. Hearts of Hope CAC provides a safe, collaborative environment for children who have experienced sexual assault or severe physical abuse. A trained forensic interviewer interviews the victims, and all interviews are reported to law enforcement or the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) in the presence of law enforcement or DCFS agents to prevent discrepancies that can make it difficult to prosecute cases.

Hearts of Hope has established multidisciplinary teams to support child survivors and their families. Additionally, the organization conducted a caregiver survey to help identify service gaps and assess the quality of care given. Hearts of Hope provides training opportunities for staff members, volunteers, and allied health professionals to improve victim care. Monthly multidisciplinary meetings are held to train first responders better and ensure collaboration to provide victim-centered care, promote advocacy and therapeutic intervention for survivors, and support the prosecution of substantiated sex crime allegations.

What are the goals and objectives for achieving such purpose?
          Goals
Ensure child safety and protection through a coordinated, trauma-informed multidisciplinary response

Promote healing and stability for children and their non-offending caregivers

Strengthen multidisciplinary collaboration among law enforcement, child protection, medical, and legal partners

Improve access to coordinated, high-quality services for all children served

Objectives
Conduct forensic interviews in a safe, child-focused environment to support investigations and reduce trauma

Provide victim advocacy and family support throughout the investigative and judicial process

Facilitate Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) case review and coordination to ensure timely, effective case outcomes

Ensure access to specialized medical evaluations and referrals when appropriate

Coordinate referrals to trauma-focused mental health services
Maintain consistent communication and collaboration across MDT partners to support case progression and child safety

Uphold national CAC standards and best practices in service delivery

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

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:  Kimberly Young 
                                       address:  911 General Mouton Ave
                                       phone:  3373455802
                                       fax:  3372691143
                                       e-mail:  kimberly.young@theheartsofhope.org
                                       relationship to entity:  Executive Director