Press Release > Impact 59 Powered by Entergy awards more than $3.5 million in grants to 65 organizations in the Greater New Orleans area

For immediate publication

12/13/2024

The Super Bowl LIX Legacy Program continues community impact through economic development, education and workforce building

NEW ORLEANS – With only 59 days until Super Bowl LIX, the New Orleans Super Bowl LIX Host Committee, the NFL Foundation, Entergy, the New Orleans Saints, Ochsner Health, Venture Global, United Way of Southeast Louisiana and the NOLA Coalition announced the distribution announced more than $3.5 million in grants to 65 nonprofit organizations in the New Orleans area.

Impact 59 Powered by Entergy, the official Super Bowl LIX Legacy Grant program, is designed to provide ongoing support to local organizations working in key areas such as economic development, education, workforce training, youth development, health and wellness, and equity and inclusion. The program aims to create a meaningful legacy in New Orleans long after the city hosts its record-breaking 11th Super Bowl on February 9, 2025.

During the event, the Super Bowl LIX Host Committee, led by the New Orleans Saints and the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation, and its partner organizations emphasized the importance of giving back to the community with the Host Committee’s motto: “This is it, what we do.” ”

“Super Bowl LIX is more than just a game” said Gayle Benson, owner of the New Orleans Saints and longtime philanthropist. “It’s about advocating for our city, supporting our neighbors and ensuring we leave a positive, lasting legacy in the community. This program is part of our work – creating meaningful change and providing lasting resources for the people who call New Orleans home.”

The grants, awarded through Impact 59 Powered by Entergy, were awarded to nonprofit organizations focused on programs that promote positive change in youth development, workforce training, education, health and wellness, and equity and inclusion. These organizations receive critical support in their efforts to improve life in New Orleans and surrounding areas, including Orleans, Jefferson, St. Bernard, St. Charles, St. James, St. John the Baptist, Plaquemines, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa, and Washington communities. A grant selection committee carefully reviewed eligibility and compliance and made award decisions based on the need, merit, and potential impact of each project.

“We understand how much Super Bowl LIX means to this community, and we are excited to give back to the residents of New Orleans who have welcomed us with open arms.” said NFL Vice President of Philanthropy and Executive Director of the NFL Foundation Alexia Gallagher. “The NFL Foundation is committed to improving the lives of those connected to the game of football. We are proud to partner with the Super Bowl LIX Host Committee to provide critical funding through the Legacy Grant program to dozens of local organizations that support communities in need in New Orleans and Louisiana.”

“Super Bowl LIX provides a unique opportunity to leave a lasting impression on the host community.” said Entergy Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Drew Marsh. “Through Impact 59 Powered by Entergy, we are proud to support local organizations as they continue their important work and strengthen our city for years to come.”

The announcement of the 65 grant recipients reinforces the New Orleans Super Bowl Host Committee’s motto: “It is what we do.” Impact 59 Powered by Entergy ensures these local organizations receive much-needed funding and resources to advance their important work and promote long-term change in the community.

“Ultimately, Super Bowl LIX is much more than just a game.” said Jay Cicero, president and CEO of the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation and the Super Bowl LIX Host Committee. “We are just 59 days away from the opportunity to showcase our city, support our nonprofit community, grow Louisiana’s economy and celebrate our rich culture. We are proud to contribute to this incredible legacy that goes beyond the game and has a positive impact on the people of New Orleans.”

Impact 59 is just one of several programs the Host Committee and the NFL are bringing to New Orleans ahead of the big game. NFL Source, a diverse supplier program, launched earlier this year and engaged more than 200 underrepresented companies in the greater New Orleans area. Earlier this month, NFL Green and the host committee launched two sustainability projects in the city, with more to come as February 9, 2025 approaches.

Impact 59 Powered by Entergy grant recipients include:

Training

Xavier University of Louisiana
Crimestoppers, Inc
Eternal Seeds Inc.
Begin the adventure of reading
New schools for New Orleans
I am blessed to be a Blessing International. Ministries
New Orleans Speech and Hearing Center
Hope Community Resource Center
Leona Tate Foundation for Change Inc
College Beyond
Louisiana Children’s Museum

Equity and Inclusion

Raphael Village
Volunteers of America Southeast Louisiana (VOASELA)
SMCL Foundation & Associates
New Orleans Hispanic Heritage Foundation
Louisiana Chamber of Commerce Foundation
The Posse Foundation, Inc.
East St. Tammany Habitat for Humanity Inc.
Rebuilding New Orleans together
The Descendants Project
Winston Rhea Scholars
Foundation for Louisiana
St. Bernard Autism Awareness Krew

Health and wellness

New Orleans East Hospital Foundation
Our Daily Bread Food Bank of Tangipahoa
Second Harvest Food Bank of Greater New Orleans and Acadiana
Silence is violence
Plaquemines Community CARE Centers Foundation, Inc
YOUR institute
Northshore Food Bank
Louisiana Cancer Association
Project Lazarus
Ubuntu Village NOLA
GiGi’s Playhouse New Orleans Down Syndrome Achievement Center
Grace Outreach Development
New Orleans Police and Justice Foundation, Inc.
Vietnamese Business Education Initiatives (VIET)
St John United Way
Eden Centers for Hope and Healing
New Orleans Council on Aging
Travelers Aid Society of Greater New Orleans
The Split Second Foundation Inc.

Training of the workforce

United Way Capital Territory
Covenant House New Orleans
Arrange New Orleans Inc
New Orleans Career Center
The first 72+
Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Foundation – Louisiana Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
NextOp
The 18th district
United Way of St. Charles
YouthForce NOLA

Youth Development

Big brothers, big sisters in the greater New Orleans/Acadiana area
Children’s Advocacy Services
Special Olympics Louisiana Inc
Jewish Family Services of Greater New Orleans Inc
New wine development company
Boys hope, girls hope
Girls also play the trumpet
Nunez Community College
Youth Empowerment Project
St. John the Baptist Parish 4-H Foundation
Prominent youth foundation
Brilliant Mindz Inc
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Super Bowl LIX will take place on Sunday, February 9, 2025 at Caesars Superdome.

About the New Orleans Super Bowl LIX Host Committee

The New Orleans Super Bowl LIX Host Committee, led by the New Orleans Saints and the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation, is responsible for planning, executing and hosting the city’s record-setting 11th NFL Championship Game on February 9, 2025. The Host Committee is working with the National Football League to deliver a successful Super Bowl LIX while creating a lasting social and economic impact in the greater New Orleans area. Learn more about the New Orleans Super LIX Host Committee at nolasuperbowl.com.

About Entergy

Entergy is a Fortune 500 company that empowers the lives of 3 million customers through its operating companies in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. We invest in the reliability, resilience and growth of the energy system while supporting our region in the transition to cleaner and more efficient energy solutions. Entergy has been rooted in our communities for more than 100 years and is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. Since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits to local communities each year through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. Entergy is headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, and employs approximately 12,000 people. Learn more at entergy.com and connect with @Entergy on social media. #WePowerLife

About the NFL Foundation

The National Football League (NFL) Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of those touched by the game of football – from players at all levels to communities across the country. The NFL Foundation and its members, the 32 NFL clubs, support the health, safety and well-being of athletes, youth football and the communities that support our sport. Celebrating its 50th anniversary, the NFL Foundation has become one of America’s leading philanthropic institutions supporting NFL team communities, domestic and international disaster relief efforts and community causes. The league is using this anniversary to amplify the impact of NFL philanthropy and the progress of our nonprofit organizations. For more information about the NFL Foundation, visit NFLFoundation.org.

About the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation

Established in August 1988, the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation (Sports Foundation) is a nonprofit 501(c)(4) organization whose mission is to attract and manage sporting events that have a positive economic impact on Louisiana and the Greater New Orleans area have area. Over its 36-year history, the Sports Foundation has hosted hundreds of events and won awards and a $50 million public investment resulting in an economic impact of more than $3.4 billion for the state of Louisiana and the Greater New Orleans transformed.

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