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
73%
Source: IRS Form 990, tax year 2024.
Who funds YOUTH EMPOWERMENT PROJECT
$6.9M in foundation grants on record from 62 funders — matched from IRS 990 grant line items. Some matches may be approximate.
| Funder | Total given | Grants |
|---|---|---|
| Greater New Orleans Foundation | $713K | 3 |
| National Basketball Association Foundation | $650K | 2 |
| United Way of Southeast Louisiana | $548K | 3 |
| Goldring Family Foundation | $410K | 3 |
| Conrad N Hilton Foundation | $340K | 3 |
| 30 Day Fund | $300K | 1 |
| Zemurray Foundation | $250K | 3 |
| Baptist Community Ministries | $247K | 10 |
| Elma Music Foundation (Us) | $233K | 3 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | $218K | 4 |
Leadership
MELISSA SAWYER — CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (Principal officer)
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