The Office of Stewardship :: Works of Mercy Trust Fund
The Bishop Stanley Joseph Ott Works of Mercy Trust Fund was established within the Baton Rouge Area Foundation to continue in a permanent way the principles, spirit and projects of Bishop Stanley Joseph Ott. The Works of Mercy Trust Fund allows our entire community to reach out to those less fortunate, in need and who have nowhere to turn.
Since its establishment, the Works of Mercy Trust has funded over $509K in programs and initiatives.
This year, we awarded $22K to six worthy programs.
Baton Rouge Children's Advocacy Center
3-Day Summer Camp for children who are current clients of BRCAC, providing trauma-informed, efficient, and coordinated child-focused services in the aftermath of physical or sexual abuse or a witness of a violent crime.
Gardere Initiative
Support for their Violence Prevention Program, promoting skill development, leadership and mentoring. The program will support 5 African American middle and high school males by helping them to increase mechanical skill development through a 4 hours a week apprenticeship in the FYB Harley/Vey Bike Site.
Louisiana Industries for the Disabled
To assist in funding 4 security cameras and installation in its new facility.
McLindon Family Foundation
To provide adaptive bikes to children with special needs so they can build critical core strength, boost confidence and nurture friendships, all of which help these children maximize their potential and participation in society.
Morning Star Rising, Inc.
To support the Women’s New Life Clinic Awareness Marketing Campaign, which will target women who are deliberating their options for crisis pregnancy.
Particular Council of St. Vincent de Paul
To support the St. Vincent de Paul Dining Room at St. Gerard Catholic Church.