Children's Coalition for Northeast Louisiana

Join us in congratulating the Children's Coalition for Northeast Louisiana's Executive Director, Kristie Bardell, on being appointed by Senator Katrina R. Jackson-Andrews to serve as a Member of the District 34 Education Advisory Council.

The Advisory Council Members help to develop legislation and to aide in implementation of community programs. The efforts of the councils ensure that we revitalize our communities and improve the quality of lives of the citizen of District 34 and this State.

Join us in congratulating Racine Bridges on her Top 20 Under 40 Young Professional Award nomination! Hosted by the Northeast Louisiana Young Professionals and the Monroe Chamber of Commerce, this event honors the work and contributions of individuals under 40 that help to make this community great.

In her five years of employment for the Children's Coalition for Northeast Louisiana, Racine has worked diligently as a classroom teacher, working her way up to the role of Center Director. She continued to strive for success through her hard work and commitment to our mission, climbing the ranks in her field, and now holds the role of Early Childhood Education Coordinator: Child Care Resource & Referrals (CCR&R).

Racine not only does her job to the best of her abilities, but she retains the knowledge and skill set to work across all the programs at the Children's Coalition for Northeast Louisiana. She exemplifies unwavering dedication and a genuine spirit of generosity in every project she undertakes.

We are proud to have Racine as part of our mission of creating communities where children and families thrive! Good luck tonight!

For more information about the Children's Coalition for Northeast Louisiana, please visit www.childrenscoalition.org

Thank you to Marsala Beverage for sponsoring the 2nd Annual Harvest Under the Stars: A Taste of the Garden! ✨

Earlybird tickets on sale now! Discount ends August 14--get yours today! Let's grow together in awareness and cultivate strong connections to empower our future generations. 🌱

Link for 🎫: bit.ly/HUS24Tickets

Be like corn and POP over to say hello to the crew from the Children's Coalition for Northeast Louisiana!🌽 It would "beet" so cool if you did!

Get ready to be "sown" away by our Harvest Under the Stars display at Revival Design & Consign during tonight's Downtown Gallery Crawl! 🎨 From 5-9pm, we're serving up a "harvest" of fun as we spread the word about the 2nd Annual Harvest Under the Stars: A Taste of the Garden fundraiser on September 14th.

✨BONUS: Want to experience the magic of our garden party firsthand? We're giving away THREE FREE tickets! (Winners will be announced on Facebook on Friday 8/2/24)

🎟️ Plus, snag your own ticket to this unforgettable evening of food, fun, and fundraising, featuring TikTok sensation and Louisiana native chef, Brittany Khamille! 🧄

Thank you to United Way of Northeast Louisiana for collecting donations for Early Head Start, which provides vital services to low-income infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and their families. This program nurtures healthy attachments and supports families from pregnancy through a child's third birthday.

Visit unitedwaynela.org/product-catalog to purchase items needed. All items will be shipped straight to the Children's Coalition for Northeast Louisiana.

🌟 Help Support The Children's Coalition for Northeast Louisiana Early Head Start Program! 🌟

We are now collecting donations for Early Head Start, which provides vital services to low-income infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and their families. This program nurtures healthy attachments and supports families from pregnancy through a child's third birthday.

Visit unitedwaynela.org/product-catalog to purchase items needed. All items will be shipped straight to the Children's Coalition.

Thank you for your generous heart for our community! ❤️✨

Tickets are officially ON SALE for the 2nd Annual Harvest Under the Stars: A Taste of the Garden! 💫✨ Join us for a magical evening of farm-to-table cuisine crafted by Louisiana native chef & TikTok sensation Brittany Khamille, live music, and community connection!

Early bird gets the worm! Enjoy a discounted ticket price from now until August 14th. But hurry, these tickets are limited! ⏰

Regular priced tickets will be available from August 15th to September 13th. Don't miss out on this incredible event supporting the Family Garden at the Children's Coalition! 🌱

Let's grow together in awareness and cultivate strong connections to empower our future generations. 💖

Link for 🎫: bit.ly/HUS24Tickets

📢 Join us for an engaging Red Table Talk hosted by the Family Resource Center at the Children's Coalition for Northeast Louisiana! 🌟

📅 Date: August 15
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
📍 Location: 117 Hall St., Monroe, LA

This event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with our community and discuss important topics. Please remember to RSVP to secure your spot! Email Damon Nailer at [email protected] to register.

Let's come together for meaningful conversations and insights that matter when creating communities where children and families thrive! See you there!

The Children's Coalition for Northeast Louisiana wants to congratulate the Early Childhood Ancillary Certificate Class of 2024! 🎓

We are so proud of each student and their individual journeys to succcess! The future is bright and we thank you for your commitment to create thriving communities for children and families! ✨

Happy Parent Appreciation Day! 🎉

Today, we celebrate all the amazing moms, dads, guardians, and loved ones who pour their hearts and souls into raising children. We know that parenting is a tough job, but the rewards are endless.

Here at the Children's Coalition for Northeast Louisiana, we want to show our appreciation for all you do! We offer a variety of resources and support through our Family Resource Center to help parents on their journey.

Visit our website to learn more: www.childrenscoalition.org/parenting

Join us for a Parent Café Thursday, July 25 from 5-7 p.m. at the Harvey H. Benoit Community Center in Monroe!

Parent Café provides is a safe space for parents to share their family challenges while also learning about the resources that are available to them.

The Parent Café is hosted by The Wellspring’s My Community Cares (MCC) program, in partnership with the Children's Coalition for Northeast Louisiana.

For more information about Parent Café, please contact MCC staff at (318) 323-1505.

Join us for a Parent Café Thursday, July 25 from 5-7 p.m. at the Harvey H. Benoit Community Center in Monroe!

Parent Café provides is a safe space for parents to share their family challenges while also learning about the resources that are available to them.

The Parent Café is hosted by The Wellspring’s My Community Cares (MCC) program. For more information about Parent Café, please contact our MCC staff at (318) 323-1505.

The Children's Coalition for Northeast Louisiana would like to congratulate Racine Bridges on being nominated for the Top 20 Under 40 awards! 👏🏻

Racine serves as the Early Childhood Education Coordinator (CCR&R); her positive outlook and upbeat spirit impacts everyone she meets! Whether she’s caring, coaching, or leading, you know you can depend on Racine to show up with a smile and always follow through!

We are so proud of her work being recognized through this nomination. Congratulations! 💙

🎉 Congratulations to nominee Racine Bridges from Children's Coalition for Northeast Louisiana!

Join us for the Top 20 Under 40 Awards Reception at the ULM Bayou Pointe Event Center on Thursday, August 8 from 5:30pm - 7:30pm. Register today: bit.ly/4f36Qzv

Check out these community champions, DeRon Talley, Kristie Bardell, & Chris Lewis at Super Saturday - Back 2 School Bash! 🎒

Wow! What an amazing Super Saturday - Back 2 School Bash in the Family Garden at the Children's Coalition! 🎒

Thank you to everyone who came, volunteered, and partnered with the Children's Coalition for Northeast Louisiana to make this event impactful for children and families to thrive in our community! 👏🏻

We are incredibly proud of our very own Jan Daniels, Youth Development Coordinator for the Children's Coalition for Northeast Louisiana, for her participation in the 2nd Annual NELA Teacher Symposium!

Held on July 11-12, 2024 at Tower Place in Monroe, LA, Jan's presentation on ethics training was one of many important topics covered during the event. Jan's dedication and expertise in youth development truly made a significant impact on our community educators. 💖

We’re beyond thrilled to have been part of such an impactful experience. Huge thanks to Jan for shining so brightly and being committed to creating communities where children and families thrive! 🌟✨

Join the Children's Coalition for Northeast Louisiana in celebrating BE LOVE day on July 12, 2024 💙💚🧡🩶

WHAT IS BE LOVE?

BE LOVE is a growing movement of courageous acts to achieve justice, which we define based on these words from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.: “Justice at its best is love correcting everything that stands against love.”

BE LOVE seeks to strategically define and unleash the true power of love to unite humanity, cultivate true peace, and create the Beloved Community. The movement has a three-pronged call to action:

(1) Be educated on what it means to Be Love

(2) Build inward character and outward community and

(3) Be a part of creating a more just, humane, equitable and peaceful world, using the principles and steps of Kingian Nonviolence

BE LOVE DAY CHALLENGE: Join the movement to stop bullying.

Learn how to identify bullying and stand up to it safely: https://www.StopBullying.gov

🎉Mark your calendars to join us for Super Saturday in the Origin Bank Family Garden at the Children's Coalition: Back 2 School Bash on July 20!🎒

DJ Worm will be spinning the hottest tracks to get you grooving, while Copsicles Ice Cream Truck will be serving up cool treats-FREE for the kids. 🍦

Plus, we're giving away backpacks full of school supplies to get you ready for the new year! 🎒✏️

Enjoy interactive and engaging events for the whole family from our amazing community partners: LSUAgCenterOuachita, Ouachita Parish Public Library, Easter Seals, and VCOM Student volunteers. 📚🌻

Be sure to visit Miss Maggie's Farmer Market in the Family Garden! 🥕🍅

Don't miss out on all of the fun at Super Saturday - Back 2 School Bash—come pack your back with everything you need for success! 🥳

The Children's Coalition for Northeast Louisiana would like to congratulate Kristie Bardell, Executive Director, Theresa Lawson, Ready Start Networks Coordinator, and Jazmaigne Sears, Agency Service Manager at NELA Food Bank and Parent Advocate for the Children’s Coalition, on their outstanding achievement of becoming graduates of the Leadership Lincoln Class of 2024! 🎓👏🏻🌟

The Children's Coalition for Northeast Louisiana is thrilled to congratulate Damon Nailer for being a recipient of the "HE MATTERS" Award, presented by the Northeast Louisiana Delta African American Heritage Museum during the Juneteenth celebrations on June 28, 2024. 🥳

🏆This award recognizes local men who have made notable and significant contributions to our community, and Damon, your dedication and impact have truly set you apart. Your hard work and commitment to children and families are an inspiration to us all. Thank you for making a difference in our community!

📢 Exciting News! The 4th Judicial District Youth Services Planning Board is now accepting applications for committee members!

Join us in making a difference in the lives of children and families in Morehouse and Ouachita Parishes. Be a part of systemic change focusing on literacy, behavioral health, and youth engagement. This application is open to individuals who live or work in Morehouse and Ouachita Parishes. Together, we can create a robust support system that nurtures and empowers our children and youth, paving the way for thriving communities and a brighter future. Swipe to see committee descriptions.🌟

Apply today at childrenscoalition.org/4th-jdc-youth-service-planning-board

🎉🌟 What a SUPERSTAR! Claire Michelle has BIG plans for her future and wants to work for the Children's Coalition for Northeast Louisiana when she grows up! 🌟🎉

Way to go, Claire Michelle! Keep shining bright and working towards your dreams! 💖