We Envision a Thriving New Orleans

Our Mission

The Donald Palmer Charitable Foundation envisions a thriving community where young people have access to quality healthcare, education, and opportunities for personal and spiritual growth. We aim to create a future where the youth are not only healthy and well-educated but also actively engaged in competitive activities, developing essential life skills and a passion for lifelong learning.

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Through our broad commitment to holistic development, we strive to build a brighter future for young people, emphasizing the growth of the youth of New Orleans, South Louisiana, and beyond.

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Our Vision

Our vision extends to higher education, where individuals have abundant opportunities for advanced learning and skill development, contributing to the overall progress of the community.

We see a new generation well-equipped with knowledge in entrepreneurship and personal finance, ready to navigate and excel in a rapidly evolving world.

Exterior view of Manning Family Children's Clinic at LCMC Health
Front view of St. Mary's Dominican High School building with brick and glass facade, steps leading to entrance, and leafless trees on either side.
The image shows the front of a classical-style building with columns, steps, and decorative friezes. There is a large poster or banner with a painting of classical figures, and the sky is clear and blue.
Sign for Mount Carmel Academy surrounded by colorful flowers and greenery, with a school building in the background.
A city skyline with tall office buildings, a waterfront, palm trees, and a clear sky.
Exterior of Cabrini High School with a landscaped garden and a sign in the front yard.
The entrance of Holy Cross College with a white archway, an American flag, and students walking outside.
Exterior view of the St. Michael School building, featuring a white wooden structure with columns, black and white railings, a decorative sign with floral patterns, and a red brick entrance, taken during sunset
Exterior of the Louisiana Children's Museum building with the logo and name displayed on the wall. The logo features a stylized lion's face with a mane, and the text includes 'L', 'C', and 'M' in blue, green, and cyan respectively, with the full name

Are you doing work to enhance education, Christian faith, health, and competitive skills among youth? Let’s work together!

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*The Donald Palmer Charitable Foundation does not accept unsolicited grant applications.

*Only organizations specifically invited or solicited by the Board of Directors will be considered for funding.