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Travelers Aid of Greater New Orleans is a 501(c)(3) organization and your charitable contributions are tax deductible! Feel free to stop by our office to donate with cash or check in person and/or send a check via mail to the below address:

City of New Orleans
Community Resource and Referral Center

1530 Gravier St.
New Orleans, LA  70112

WE ACCEPT THE FOLLOWING DONATIONS:
  • Wal-Mart Cards
  • Gas Cards
  • Clothing (interview/ work appropriate)
  • Unused Under Garments (male/ female)
  • Bus Tokens (RTA, LTA)
  • Hygiene Products (e.g. soap, lotion, toothpaste, face towels, etc…)
  • Food Gift Cards in $5-10 denominations, please (e.g. Burger King, McDonald’s, Popeye’s, Subway)
 
OTHER SUGGESTED DONATIONS:
  1. Adopt-A-Family at Christmas or Thanksgiving time
  2. Donate to World Homeless Day Event
  3. Please consider Travelers Aid New Orleans in your estate planning

Make A Donation Online

Your online donation will go towards…

$6 – provides a gift card for a small meal.

$21 – provides an unlimited-use bus pass for a homeless person to get to work, and return to the emergency shelter to sleep at night.

$70 – provides a week of emergency shelter.

$100 – provides the uniforms/shoes/tools a homeless person are required to purchase before they can report to their new job.

$300 – $500 – provides funding to erase utility bill arrears.

$800 – provides the deposit for a new apartment. Often times it takes homeless persons months to save enough money to pay the deposit and first month’s rent.

You can also choose to donate anywhere from $20 – $2,000 to become a donor/sponsor of our Annual Christmas Party.

Thank you for your continued support. If you have any questions about your donation, feel free to call us at (504) 658-2944.

HIRE OUR CLIENTS

Our ultimate goal is to help our clients become self-sufficient. Securing permanent employment is one of the steps to self-sufficiency. Without committed partners, this would not be possible.

If you would like to learn more about hiring our qualified candidates for your company’s vacant positions, please contact:

Travelers Aid Socity New Orleans
Monday - Friday, 7:30 am – 3:30 pm
(504) 658-2944

Any company interested in serving on our Workforce Advisory Board please contact us

Industries:
  • Hospitality
  • Restaurant
  • Construction
  • Office/ Clerical
  • Banquet Servers/ Waitstaff
  • General Labor

Explore Meaningful Engagement

Volunteer with Travelers Aid Society

Unlock the opportunity to make a positive impact by joining our dedicated team of volunteers at the Travelers Aid Society of Greater New Orleans. Collaborate alongside key staff in delivering impactful programs to our clients, contributing to the mission of preventing and alleviating homelessness.

OFFICE HOURS
Monday - Friday 7:30am - 3:30pm

Qualifications We Value

Energize your commitment by becoming part of a dynamic team. We seek volunteers who embody energy, sociability, and possess in-depth knowledge of the City of New Orleans and its resources. Strong verbal communication skills are essential. If you are passionate about making a difference, we invite you to undergo an interview and application process.

Empowerment through Orientation and Ongoing Training:

Our volunteers are crucial to our success. Upon joining, you'll participate in a comprehensive volunteer orientation session. Continuous training opportunities will be provided to ensure you are equipped to contribute effectively.

Start Your Volunteer Journey:

If you're ready to be a force for positive change, please reach out to Jaimie Hamilton at (504) 658-2944 to express your interest. Alternatively, you can conveniently connect with us through our Contact Us page. Let's work together to create meaningful connections and foster a stronger, more supportive community.

DO YOU BELIEVE ALL PEOPLE SHOULD BE ABLE TO LIVE IN A SAFE AND SECURE ENVIRONMENT?

Donate To Our Programs And Help Us See This Vision Through!
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