The recipient entity's physical address:
           711 louisa st . Rayville.la 71269

The recipient entity's mailing address (if different):
           Same as above

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

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

The last four digits of the entity's taxpayer ID number:  7966

What is the dollar amount of the request?  $203,000

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:
           Jessie Johnson President 2104 Canal St. Rayville,La.71269
Jordan Hubbard-officer 207 church st. Rayville.la 71269
Erica White-treasure/secretary 109 Tulip Rayville, la. 71269
Deanna hubbard - Executive Director 308 Morgan St. Rayville.la 71269

Provide a summary of the project or program:
           Building Reconstruction & Workforce Development Center

Question 1 – Project Summary

Representative Francis Thompson has expressed strong support for CoolKids Youth Services and its mission to create meaningful opportunities for youth and strengthen the community. His support reflects the importance of investing in projects that provide practical skills, career exposure, and pathways toward a successful future.

CoolKids Youth Services is seeking state funding for a Building Reconstruction & Workforce Development project that will combine building reconstruction with hands-on workforce training for both youth and adults. Participants will learn directly from an experienced instructor while gaining practical exposure to construction, renovation, and skilled trades.

The project will provide participants with opportunities to learn construction safety, tools and materials, renovation techniques, teamwork, problem-solving, and the responsibilities involved in completing a building project. Through supervised, hands-on instruction, youth and adults will gain practical knowledge and experience that can help prepare them for future employment, vocational training, and careers in construction and related trades.

These skills are especially important as Richland Parish experiences new economic development and workforce opportunities associated with the new Meta data center. Construction, building maintenance, electrical, mechanical, and other skilled-trade knowledge can help prepare local residents to pursue opportunities in the growing regional economy. This project will help connect residents with foundational skills and career awareness while strengthening the local workforce.

The building owner has generously made the facility available for this workforce development initiative and has committed to contributing 10% of the building’s net profit to CoolKids Youth Services on a long-term basis. This commitment represents a meaningful investment in the organization’s future and creates an opportunity to establish a sustainable source of financial support for CoolKids’ programs and services.

The requested state funding will support the reconstruction and development of the project, allowing participants to learn valuable workforce skills while participating in the building improvement process. The initiative will connect hands-on learning, workforce preparation, community investment, and long-term organizational sustainability.

The ultimate goal is to empower youth and adults through practical learning, introduce participants to career pathways, strengthen the local workforce, and help CoolKids Youth Services build long-term financial sustainability. Through the owner’s commitment to contribute 10% of net profit over time, this project is designed to provide lasting benefits beyond the initial reconstruction and help CoolKids continue serving the community for years to come.

What is the budget relative to the project for which funding is requested?:
          Salaries. . . . . . . . . . . . . $0
          Professional Services. . . $33,600
          Contracts . . . . . . . . . . . $45,000
          Acquisitions . . . . . . . . . $24,000
          Major Repairs . . . . . . . $78,000
          Operating Services. . . . $17,000
          Other Charges. . . . . . . $5,400

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 of the Building Reconstruction & Workforce Development Center is to expand workforce development opportunities, strengthen economic opportunity, and support the long-term sustainability of CoolKids Youth Services while benefiting the residents of Richland Parish and surrounding communities.

This project will provide youth and adults with hands-on learning opportunities in construction, building reconstruction, renovation, and skilled trades under the guidance of an experienced instructor. Participants will gain exposure to construction safety, tools and materials, teamwork, problem-solving, and practical skills that can support future employment, vocational training, and career advancement.

As Richland Parish experiences economic growth and new workforce opportunities associated with the Meta data center, preparing local residents with foundational construction and technical skills is increasingly important. This project will help introduce participants to career pathways in construction, building maintenance, and related trades while contributing to a stronger and more prepared local workforce.

The project also reflects a commitment to community investment. The building owner has generously made the facility available for this initiative and has committed to contributing 10% of the building’s net profit to CoolKids Youth Services on a long-term basis. This commitment will help create a continuing source of support for CoolKids’ mission and services.

State funding will support a project that combines workforce preparation, practical education, community development, and long-term organizational sustainability. The public benefit extends beyond the reconstruction itself by providing learning opportunities, strengthening local workforce capacity, and helping CoolKids continue serving youth and families for years to come.

What are the goals and objectives for achieving such purpose?
          Building Reconstruction & Workforce Development Center

Overall Goal
To establish a sustainable workforce development initiative that provides youth and adults with hands-on construction and skilled-trade learning opportunities while supporting community development and the long-term financial sustainability of CoolKids Youth Services.

Goal 1: Provide Practical Workforce Development Training

Objective: Provide instructor-led, hands-on learning opportunities in construction, building reconstruction, renovation, and skilled trades.

- Introduce participants to construction safety, tools, materials, and basic renovation techniques.
- Provide supervised opportunities to develop practical skills, teamwork, and problem-solving.
- Maintain participant attendance and training records to document participation and progress.

Goal 2: Prepare Youth and Adults for Employment Opportunities

Objective: Increase participants’ awareness of career pathways in construction, building maintenance, and related skilled trades.

- Provide career exposure and foundational skill development for youth and adults.
- Help participants understand the training, qualifications, and workplace expectations associated with skilled-trade careers.
- Connect participants with information about additional vocational training, employment resources, and career advancement opportunities when available.

Goal 3: Respond to Regional Workforce Needs

Objective: Help strengthen the local workforce by providing foundational skills relevant to emerging economic opportunities in Richland Parish and surrounding communities.

- Introduce participants to construction and technical skills relevant to regional development, including opportunities associated with the Meta data center.
- Promote the value of skilled trades and workforce readiness.
- Encourage participants to pursue continued education, certifications, apprenticeships, or employment pathways as appropriate.

Goal 4: Support Community Development Through Building Reconstruction

Objective: Use the reconstruction project as a practical learning environment that combines workforce training with a tangible community investment.

- Provide supervised learning experiences during appropriate phases of reconstruction.
- Encourage responsibility, collaboration, safety awareness, and project completion.
- Document training activities and project milestones to demonstrate progress and community benefit.

Goal 5: Strengthen the Long-Term Sustainability of CoolKids Youth Services

Objective: Establish a long-term financial support opportunity through the building owner’s commitment to contribute 10% of the building’s net profit to CoolKids Youth Services.

- Support the development of a continuing source of financial support for CoolKids’ mission and services.
- Strengthen the organization’s ability to sustain youth development and community programs.
- Monitor and document contributions received and their use in supporting organizational services.

Expected Outcomes

The project is expected to increase access to practical workforce training for youth and adults, improve awareness of skilled-trade career pathways, provide hands-on learning through building reconstruction, strengthen local workforce readiness, and establish a long-term financial support opportunity for CoolKids Youth Services.

What is the proposed length of time estimated by the entity to accomplish the purpose?
           12 months

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:
                 N/a
    
     (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:
                 N/a

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

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

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: 
               N/a

(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:
               N/a

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

          What is the nature of the relationship?  N/a

(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:
                 N/a

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


Contact Information
name:  deanna hubbard 
                                       address:  308 Morgan Street
Rayville, LA 71269
                                       phone:  3184882648
                                       fax: 
                                       e-mail:  Dhreporter4md@gmail.come
                                       relationship to entity:  Executive director