From public IRS filings
YOUTH EMPOWERMENT PROJECT
NEW ORLEANS, LA · Crime & Legal-Related
Mission
YOUTH EMPOWERMENT PROJECT ENGAGES UNDERSERVED YOUNG PEOPLE THROUGH COMMUNITY-BASED EDUCATION, MENTORING AND EMPLOYMENT READINESS PROGRAMS TO HELP THEM DEVELOP SKILLS AND STRENGTHEN TIES TO FAMILY AND COMMUNITY.
Financials (IRS Form 990)
Total revenue
$5.1M
Total expenses
$6.2M
Total assets
$6.8M
Program expense ratio
7312%
Source: IRS Form 990, tax year 2024.
Who funds YOUTH EMPOWERMENT PROJECT
$6M in foundation grants on record from 48 funders — from IRS 990 grant line items.
| Funder | Total given | Grants |
|---|---|---|
| Greater New Orleans Foundation | $713K | 3 |
| National Basketball Association Foundation | $650K | 2 |
| United Way of Southeast Louisiana | $548K | 3 |
| 30 Day Fund | $300K | 1 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | $218K | 4 |
| Methodist Health System Foundation | $215K | 4 |
| National Philanthropic Trust | $210K | 3 |
| Emeril Lagasse Foundation | $140K | 4 |
| Rsf Social Finance | $120K | 4 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | $114K | 3 |
Leadership
MELISSA SAWYER — CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (Principal officer)
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