A local nonprofit organization that works to strengthen, empower, and make neighborhoods more resilient for the people who live there.

We Carve New Paths, Nourish Lives, and Connect Communities.

We invest in both people and places through initiatives that respond to immediate needs while building sustainable, long-term systems of care, equity, and resilience.

Explore our four core areas of work:

  • Environment & Climate

    Community-led programs that build water resilience, climate education, and green infrastructure.

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  • Food Ecosystems

    Supporting food sovereignty and community-owned food systems rooted in culture and sustainability.

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  • Building Community

    Organizing for housing justice, economic opportunity, youth leadership, and disaster response.

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  • Cultural Placemaking

    Honoring heritage, creativity, storytelling, and shared space.

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Highlighted Achievements

6 Community Listening Sessions hosted in New Orleans East

4,115 lbs. of produce generated by VEGGI farmers and sold through CSA, farmers market, and restaurants annually 

1 New Orleans East Water Leaders Cohort completed

1 Resilient Algiers Cohort completed