Run Free Alabama

“The Young Leadership Council (YLC) of New Orleans is a nonprofit, nonpartisan civic organization that fosters leadership through community projects. Serving as a premier platform for young professionals, we envision a New Orleans where communities are empowered, leading to transformative social change.”

“The Meridian Freedom Project is a seven-year commitment to excellence. For four summers beginning before sixth grade and for seven academic years, students engage in programing that expands their minds, their bodies, and their aspirations. For each Freedom Fellow, this journey is about empowerment to become leaders with choices for the future. Through educational travel opportunities, college preparation, ACT prep, character development, and world history lessons, The Freedom Project builds hope for a successful future.'“