The United Way of Southeast Louisiana (UWSELA) works to alleviate poverty and community challenges in the Southeast Louisiana region through strategic investments in education, health, and financial stability. They aim to create lasting changes by addressing the root causes of societal issues, fostering community involvement, and advocating for equitable access to resources and opportunities for all residents.
The Collaborative Grants by United Way of Southeast Louisiana are designed to address poverty by focusing on systemic issues and fostering systems-level change across Southeast Louisiana. The grant program is aligned with the organization's Blueprint for Prosperity and focuses on five priority areas: Youth Development, Mental Health, Financial Empowerment, Access to Resources, and Coordinating & Convening. These areas are integral to achieving four main prosperity outcomes: Stability Today, Prosperity Tomorrow, Personal Wellness, and Vibrant Communities. The grants target organizations working collaboratively to create community pathways that are trusted and accessible, emphasizing equity, lived experience, long-term commitment, shared responsibility, and systemic change. Funding ranges from $25,000 for planning to $100,000 for implementing systems-change strategies, with possibilities for funding extensions based on successful evaluations.
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