The recipient entity's physical address:
           105 W.5th Street
LaPlace, LA 70068

The recipient entity's mailing address (if different):
           262 Chad B. Baker St.
Reserve, LA 70084

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:  9438

What is the dollar amount of the request?  $100,000

What type of request is this?  Both

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:
           Executive Director/Manager- Derron Cook, 262 Chad B. Baker St, Reserve, LA 70084

Secretary/ Treasurer- Brandy Nora, 1711 Creole St., Laplace, LA. 70068

Program Coordinator/ Manager-- Keila Cook, 262 Chad B. Baker St., Reserve, LA 70084

Volunteer Coordinator- Chanta Braud, 808 Fairway Dr., Laplace, LA 70068

Provide a summary of the project or program:
           The Revolt1811 Arts and History Gallery is the vision of local visual artist, educator, and community advocate/activist Derron Cook, Sr. Its mission is to create a safe space and learning environment where the arts and history of African Americans and the African diaspora can be shared, nurtured, and cultivated for generations to come. The gallery welcomes all persons from all backgrounds to appreciate, acknowledge, and gain insight into the African American community's invaluable contributions in building this nation and the world.

Revolt1811 aims to document, explore, and showcase the African American experience and its impact on American and world history. The gallery's mission is to help all Americans understand how their lives are shaped by African American history and culture, and how American values like resilience, optimism, and spirituality are reflected in it. The collections include art, documents, and material culture from many periods of African American history, including slavery, Reconstruction, and the civil rights movement. The gallery also hosts public programs, symposia, and exhibitions that use interactive media to help visitors explore African American history and culture.

There are four pillars upon which the gallery stands:

• Providing opportunities for those interested in African American culture to explore and revel in this history through interactive exhibitions, programs, symposia, and publications.
• Helping all Americans see how global African influences shape and inform their stories, histories, and cultures.
• Exploring what it means to be an American and sharing how values like resilience, optimism, and spirituality are reflected in African American history and culture.
• Exploring how local African Americans in St. John and the River Parishes contributed to the lifestyles and rights of African Americans both locally and abroad.

What is the budget relative to the project for which funding is requested?:
          Salaries. . . . . . . . . . . . . $40,000
          Professional Services. . . $10,000
          Contracts . . . . . . . . . . . $3,000
          Acquisitions . . . . . . . . . $30,000
          Major Repairs . . . . . . . $10,000
          Operating Services. . . . $10,000
          Other Charges. . . . . . . $20,000

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?
          Yes

What is the entity's public purpose, sought to be achieved through the use of state monies?
          The Revolt1811 Museum and Galleries serves a vital role in preserving and showcasing the rich tapestry of African American culture, particularly as it relates to the River Parishes of Louisiana. The museum’s initiative to utilize state funding is rooted in several key objectives that not only reinforce cultural identity but also foster community engagement and education. Here are some critical aspects and details surrounding their public purpose:

1. Research and Documentation
- Cultural Significance: The museum engages in extensive research to document the histories, narratives, and contributions of African Americans in the River Parishes. This includes compiling oral histories, artifacts, and archival materials that reflect the unique experiences and cultural heritage of this community.
- Historical Events: Special emphasis is placed on significant events such as the 1811 Slave Revolt, which serves as both a historical touchstone and an impetus for understanding the broader context of resistance and resilience within African American history.

2. Exhibition and Display
- Multimedia Approaches: The Revolt1811 Museum employs a variety of media to create immersive exhibition experiences. This includes:
- Printed Materials: Brochures, catalogs, and educational pamphlets that serve to inform visitors about the exhibits and the historical significance of the items displayed.
- Video Presentations: Documentaries, interviews with historians or community leaders, and vignettes that bring to life the stories associated with African American culture in the region.
- Interactive Technology: Using digital installations, touch screens, and VR experiences to engage visitors in a more dynamic way, allowing them to explore themes and stories at their own pace.

3. Youth Education and Programming
- Intergenerational Events: The museum emphasizes the importance of passing knowledge from one generation to the next, ensuring that youth have a strong understanding of their heritage. Programs may include:
- Workshops: Hands-on sessions where participants can learn traditional crafts, storytelling, or music associated with African American heritage.
- School Programs: Collaborative efforts with local schools to integrate museum resources into the curriculum, promoting history education that reflects diverse perspectives.
- Community Engagement: Events such as cultural festivals, lectures, and family days that encourage community participation and learning.

4. Enrichment of Lives
- Community Identity: By actively celebrating and preserving African American culture, the museum fosters a sense of pride within the community. Recognition of shared history can create connections among residents and promote a stronger, more cohesive society.
- Cultural Tourism: The museum also aims to attract visitors from outside the region, enhancing local economy through tourism and creating opportunities for broader cultural exchange between communities.

5. Future Directions and Sustainability
- Grant Writing and Funding: The museum's strategic use of state funds is often coupled with efforts to secure additional grants, fostering sustainability and the ability to expand programming and outreach.
- Partnerships: Collaborating with schools, universities, other museums, and cultural organizations to leverage resources and share expertise, ensuring that the museum remains a vibrant educational hub.

What are the goals and objectives for achieving such purpose?
          The Revolt1811 Museum and Galleries serves a vital role in preserving and showcasing the rich tapestry of African American culture, particularly as it relates to the River Parishes of Louisiana. The museum’s initiative to utilize state funding is rooted in several key objectives that not only reinforce cultural identity but also foster community engagement and education. Here are some critical aspects and details surrounding their public purpose:

1. Research and Documentation
- Cultural Significance: The museum engages in extensive research to document the histories, narratives, and contributions of African Americans in the River Parishes. This includes compiling oral histories, artifacts, and archival materials that reflect the unique experiences and cultural heritage of this community.
- Historical Events: Special emphasis is placed on significant events such as the 1811 Slave Revolt, which serves as both a historical touchstone and an impetus for understanding the broader context of resistance and resilience within African American history.

2. Exhibition and Display
- Multimedia Approaches: The Revolt1811 Museum employs a variety of media to create immersive exhibition experiences. This includes:
- Printed Materials: Brochures, catalogs, and educational pamphlets that serve to inform visitors about the exhibits and the historical significance of the items displayed.
- Video Presentations: Documentaries, interviews with historians or community leaders, and vignettes that bring to life the stories associated with African American culture in the region.
- Interactive Technology: Using digital installations, touch screens, and VR experiences to engage visitors in a more dynamic way, allowing them to explore themes and stories at their own pace.

3. **Youth Education and Programming**
- **Intergenerational Events**: The museum emphasizes the importance of passing knowledge from one generation to the next, ensuring that youth have a strong understanding of their heritage. Programs may include:
- **Workshops**: Hands-on sessions where participants can learn traditional crafts, storytelling, or music associated with African American heritage.
- **School Programs**: Collaborative efforts with local schools to integrate museum resources into the curriculum, promoting history education that reflects diverse perspectives.
- Community Engagement: Events such as cultural festivals, lectures, and family days that encourage community participation and learning.

4. Enrichment of Lives
- Community Identity: By actively celebrating and preserving African American culture, the museum fosters a sense of pride within the community. Recognition of shared history can create connections among residents and promote a stronger, more cohesive society.
- Cultural Tourism: The museum also aims to attract visitors from outside the region, enhancing local economy through tourism and creating opportunities for broader cultural exchange between communities.

5. Future Directions and Sustainability
- Grant Writing and Funding: The museum's strategic use of state funds is often coupled with efforts to secure additional grants, fostering sustainability and the ability to expand programming and outreach.
- Partnerships: Collaborating with schools, universities, other museums, and cultural organizations to leverage resources and share expertise, ensuring that the museum remains a vibrant educational hub.

What is the proposed length of time estimated by the entity to accomplish the purpose?
           1-5 Years

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:
                
    
     (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:
                

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

     (d) The position, if any, held by the official or immediate family member in the recipient entity:
                 

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: 
               

(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:
              

          Provide the name, address, and office of the official to whom the person is related:
               

          What is the nature of the relationship? 

(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:
                

(d) The nature of the contract, including a description of the goods or services provided or to be provided pursuant to the contract:
               


Contact Information
name:  DERRON C COOK 
                                       address:  262 Chad B. Baker Street
Reserve, LA 70084
                                       phone:  9126046348
                                       fax: 
                                       e-mail:  revolt1811museum@gmail.com
                                       relationship to entity:  Executive Director