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Causes: Community & Neighborhood Development, Economic Development, Homeless & Housing, Housing Support
Mission: Puentes New Orleans mission is to build assets and create access for and with Latinos of the Greater New Orleans area through civic engagement, leadership development, economic asset building, policy and advocacy.
Target demographics: the Latino Community
Direct beneficiaries per year: approximately 1,500 community members
Geographic areas served: New Orleans, LA
Programs: Public Leadership Fellowship, Abriendo Puertas Parent Advocacy Program, Accion Small Business Loan Program, Technical Assistance to Small Businesses, First-time Home Buyer Training Program, Latino Community of Interest Health Program, Escalera High-school Program and College-Prep Program