The recipient entity's physical address:
           911 General Mouton Avenue, Lafayette, Louisiana 70501

The recipient entity's mailing address (if different):
           P.O. Box 53967, Lafayette, Louisiana 70505

Type of Entity (for instance, a nonprofit corporation):  Non-Profit Corporation

If the entity is a corporation, list the names of the incorporators:
          

The last four digits of the entity's taxpayer ID number:  1800

What is the dollar amount of the request?  $125,000

What type of request is this?  General Appropriation

Is this entity in good standing with the Secretary of State?  Yes

Provide the name of each member of the recipient entity's governing board and officers:
           Barfield, Casey
316 W. Main Street
Lafayette, LA 70501

Catalon, Lesa - Secretary
218 E. Vincent Street
Lafayette, LA 70501

Chavis, Elizabeth Dr.
1304 Bertrand Dr Suite B-4
Lafayette, LA 70506

Choate, Clayton - Board President
2511 Verot School Road
Lafayette, LA 70508

Dorr, Karly K
1001 West Pinhook Road, Suite 200
Lafayette, LA 70503

Hebert, Jaimie Dr.
13706 Estate Circle
Maurice, LA 70555

Early, Desiree’
103 Hal Drive
Lafayette, LA 70503

Garrett, Deiadra
701 Elysian Field
Lafayette, LA 70508
Hanes, Ken

Hanes, Laura
1013 Debra Drive
Breaux Bridge, LA 70517

King, Katrena
511 West Saint Louis Street
Lafayette, LA 70506

Lafleur, Hannah
1819 W. Pinhook Rd, Ste 116
Lafayette, LA 70508

Leblanc, Susan
408 Hamlet Lane
Lafayette, LA 70508

Magee, Latikka
819 S. Avenue G
Crowley, LA 70526

McZeal, Stasia Herbert - Treasurer
107 Saint Charles St.
Carencro, La 70520

Myers, Lainie
251 Potier Rd
Sunset, La 70584

Parrish, Ryan
222 Renee Avenue
Lafayette, LA 70506

Kimberly Young, Executive Director
1435 W. Gloria Switch Rd,
Carencro, LA 70520

Rebecca Havlik, Rebecca Havlik, FNP, SANE-A, SANE-P, AAHIVS
SANE Program Director
501 Torrenova Lane
Lafayette, LA 70508

Provide a summary of the project or program:
           Hearts of Hope is seeking funding to support the continuation of Pediatric and Adolescent Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) services in Lafayette, Louisiana. This program provides specialized medical evaluations and forensic evidence collection for children and adolescents who are involved in investigations of sexual abuse or assault.
Pediatric and Adolescent SANEs are registered nurses with advanced training and certification in conducting forensic medical exams for minors. Their responsibilities include the collection and preservation of forensic evidence, photographic documentation, assessment and treatment of injuries, screening and treatment for sexually transmitted infections, and referrals for follow-up medical care. Their expertise ensures that medical examinations are conducted in a manner that is clinically sound, legally defensible, and developmentally appropriate for each patient.
The presence of trained SANE professionals is essential to both the healthcare and legal response to child sexual abuse. Forensic medical exams are a critical component of the investigative process and play a significant role in the documentation of injuries and collection of time-sensitive evidence. These exams are also an opportunity to identify and address any immediate and long-term medical needs related to the abuse.
In the Acadiana region, access to Pediatric and Adolescent SANE services remains limited. Hearts of Hope provides one of the only programs in the area offering these services in a timely and coordinated manner. Without this funding, the sustainability of the program is at risk, which could result in gaps in care and delays in forensic evidence collection—both of which can negatively impact investigative outcomes and the health of the child.
By securing financial support for the Pediatric and Adolescent SANE program, Hearts of Hope will be able to continue providing expert medical and forensic services to children and adolescents throughout Lafayette and surrounding parishes. This ensures that young victims of sexual abuse and assault receive timely, professional, and appropriate medical care during a critical point in the investigative process.

What is the budget relative to the project for which funding is requested?:
          Salaries. . . . . . . . . . . . . $100,000
          Professional Services. . . $12,500
          Contracts . . . . . . . . . . . $0
          Acquisitions . . . . . . . . . $0
          Major Repairs . . . . . . . $0
          Operating Services. . . . $12,500
          Other Charges. . . . . . . $0

Does your organization have any outstanding audit issues or findings?  No

If 'Yes' is your organization working with the appropriate governmental agencies to resolve those issues or findings?
          Not Applicable

What is the entity's public purpose, sought to be achieved through the use of state monies?
          The public purpose sought to be achieved through the use of state monies is to ensure timely access to specialized medical and forensic services for child and adolescent victims of sexual abuse and assault. Funding will support the continuation of Pediatric and Adolescent Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) services provided by Hearts of Hope in Lafayette, Louisiana. These services are essential to the public interest because they contribute directly to the health, safety, and welfare of vulnerable children, support the investigative process in cases of sexual violence, and help strengthen the criminal justice response through the collection of high-quality forensic evidence. The program promotes public safety, enhances access to medical care for underserved populations, and supports the broader goal of protecting children from abuse and exploitation.

What are the goals and objectives for achieving such purpose?
          Goals and Objectives for Sustainability After One Year of Funding
• Goal 1: Secure diversified funding.
o Apply for additional grants.
o Launch a community fundraising campaign.
o Engage local sponsors and donors.
• Goal 2: Strengthen partnerships.
o Collaborate with local agencies and hospitals to reduce costs and share resources.
• Goal 3: Build internal capacity.
o Hire additional staff as Pediatric SANEs.
o Track outcomes to demonstrate program value and attract continued support.
• Goal 4: Maintain or increase number of children served.
o Ensure uninterrupted access to SANE services for all referred pediatric and adolescent cases.
o Monitor and report on service volume and timeliness of care.

What is the proposed length of time estimated by the entity to accomplish the purpose?
           1 year

If any elected or appointed state official or an immediate family member of such an official is an officer, director, trustee, or employee of the recipient entity who receives compensation or holds any ownership interest therein:
     (a) If an elected or appointed state official, the name and address of the official and the office held by such person:
                 Not applicable
    
     (b) If an immediate family member of an elected or appointed state official, the name and address of such person; the name, address, and office of the official to whom the person is related; and the nature of the relationship:
                 Not applicable

     (c) The percentage of the official's or immediate family member's ownership interest in the recipient entity, if any:
                 0

     (d) The position, if any, held by the official or immediate family member in the recipient entity:
                  Not applicable

If the recipient entity has a contract with any elected or appointed state official or an immediate family member of such an official or with the state or any political subdivision of the state:
(a) If the contract is with an elected or appointed state official, provide the name and address of the official and the office held by such person: 
               Not applicable

(b) If the contract is with an immediate family member of an elected or appointed state official:
          Provide the name and address of such person:
               Not applicable

          Provide the name, address, and office of the official to whom the person is related:
                Not applicable

          What is the nature of the relationship?  Not applicable

(c) If the contract is with the state or a political subdivision of the state, provide the name and address of the state entity or political subdivision of the state:
                 Not applicable

(d) The nature of the contract, including a description of the goods or services provided or to be provided pursuant to the contract:
               Not applicable


Contact Information
name:  Kimberly Young 
                                       address:  911 General Mouton Ave
Lafayette, LA 70501
                                       phone:  3373455794
                                       fax: 
                                       e-mail:  kim@theheartsofhope.org
                                       relationship to entity:  Executive Director