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The 2023 Works of Mercy GranteesThe Bishop Stanley Joseph OTT 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.
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More About Our 2023 Grantees
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Catholic Charities of the Dioceses of Baton Rouge
The PACT Program (Parents and Children Together provides a 30-week educational, behavioral and financial program to 100 children ages 2-5. Pictured are David Aguillard, Stephanie Sterling and Shannon.
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Christian Outreach Center/The Purple Cow
The Grocery Assistance Program delivers healthy groceries to the doors of participants free of charge. Pictured are Dr. Brian Sleeth, Executive Director and Matt Pham, Development Officer.
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Hope Ministries of Baton Rouge
Client Choice Food Pantry is a place where clients can shop for their own foods and attend healthy cooking demonstrations. Pictured are David Tidwell, Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Christy Davidson, VP of volunteers and food programs.
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St. Gerard Catholic Church and School
Spiritual Academic Youth Ministry to provide grades 3 -8 computers and academic software to enhance reading, writing and math. Pictured are Joe Perry, Deacon Candidate, serving St. Gerard and Fr. Tat Hoang, CSSR, Pastor.
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The Corporal Works of Mercy
To feed the hungry
To give drink to the thirsty
To clothe the naked
To shelter the homeless
To visit the imprisoned
To visit the sick
To bury the dead
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