Every child deserves quality learning experiences.

Becoming a monthly donor to TrainingGrounds means making a lasting difference in the lives of children and families across New Orleans. Your consistent support helps provide vital early childhood programs, parent education, and professional development for educators—creating stronger, more connected communities. Every monthly gift ensures families have access to the tools and resources they need to thrive, laying the foundation for a brighter future for generations to come.

What legacy is being left in Louisiana?

62%

Louisiana’s mortality rate for children ages 1-4 is 62% ABOVE the national average, largely due to injury and homicides that often stem from a lack of parent education and support.

30%

Despite evidence of the importance of early education, ONLY 30% of children demonstrate readiness when entering kindergarten.

(Louisiana Department of Health 2021)

We must change this trajectory.

By donating today, we’ll help to ensure these outcomes continue instead!

79%

of caregivers reported an increase in knowledge about parenting support and community resources.

75%

of caregivers reported an increase in their use of strategies to foster their children’s language, emotional, and general development

78%

of caregivers reported an increase in their confidence in their role as a parent.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We are a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit in the United States, and all gifts to us are tax deductible in the United States to the fullest extent allowed by law. Our Tax ID number is 81-3353953

  • Please make your check payable to TrainingGrounds If your gift is for a specific fund or in memory of someone, please specify that in the memo line.
    Mail to:
    TrainingGrounds, Inc.
    PO Box 19504

    New Orleans, LA 701749

  • If you have any other donation related questions not answered here, please email christine@mytraininggrounds.org. If you have a question related to a recent donation, please include your first and last name and the email address used when making the donation.

  • You can check out our latest annual report at https://www.mytraininggrounds.org/impact