Super Bowl LIX Host Committee, Entergy, Saints, and NFL Foundation Committed to Leaving Charitable Legacy Through Impact 59 Powered by Entergy
The New Orleans Super Bowl LIX Host Committee, Entergy, the New Orleans Saints, and the NFL Foundation have announced Impact 59 Powered by Entergy, a legacy grant program for Super Bowl LIX. This initiative aims to support local nonprofit organizations in the Greater New Orleans region, focusing on youth development, workforce training, education, health and wellness, and equity and inclusion.
The program will benefit organizations in ten parishes, with grants awarded based on need, merit, and proposed projects. Applications are being accepted until August 23. Super Bowl LIX, scheduled for February 9, 2025, at Caesars Superdome, is expected to bring an economic impact of around $500 million to Louisiana and attract 6,000 credentialed media members to New Orleans.
Il Comitato Ospitante del Super Bowl LIX di New Orleans, Entergy, i New Orleans Saints e la NFL Foundation hanno annunciato Impact 59 Powered by Entergy, un programma di sovvenzioni legacy per il Super Bowl LIX. Questa iniziativa mira a supportare le organizzazioni no-profit locali nella Grande New Orleans, concentrandosi sullo sviluppo giovanile, la formazione professionale, l'istruzione, la salute e il benessere, e l'equità e l'inclusione.
Il programma beneficerà le organizzazioni in dieci parrocchie, con sovvenzioni assegnate in base a necessità, merito e progetti proposti. Le domande vengono accettate fino al 23 agosto. Il Super Bowl LIX, programmato per il 9 febbraio 2025 presso il Caesars Superdome, si prevede porterà un impatto economico di circa 500 milioni di dollari in Louisiana e attrarrà 6.000 membri dei media accreditati a New Orleans.
El Comité Anfitrión del Super Bowl LIX de Nueva Orleans, Entergy, los New Orleans Saints y la NFL Foundation han anunciado Impact 59 Powered by Entergy, un programa de subvenciones legadas para el Super Bowl LIX. Esta iniciativa tiene como objetivo apoyar a las organizaciones sin fines de lucro locales en la Gran Nueva Orleans, centrándose en el desarrollo juvenil, la capacitación laboral, la educación, la salud y el bienestar, y la equidad y la inclusión.
El programa beneficiará a organizaciones en diez parroquias, con subvenciones otorgadas en función de la necesidad, el mérito y los proyectos propuestos. Se aceptan solicitudes hasta el 23 de agosto. El Super Bowl LIX, programado para el 9 de febrero de 2025 en el Caesars Superdome, se espera que genere un impacto económico de alrededor de 500 millones de dólares en Luisiana y atraiga a 6,000 miembros de medios acreditados a Nueva Orleans.
뉴올리언스 슈퍼볼 LIX 호스트 위원회, Entergy, 뉴올리언스 세인츠 및 NFL 재단이 Impact 59 Powered by Entergy를 발표했습니다. 이는 슈퍼볼 LIX를 위한 유산 기부 프로그램으로, 뉴올리언스 대도시 지역 내 지역 비영리 단체를 지원하는 데 목적을 두고 있습니다. 이 프로그램은 청소년 개발, 직업 훈련, 교육, 건강 및 웰빙, 형평성과 포용성에 중점을 둡니다.
이 프로그램은 10개 교구의 조직에 혜택을 주며, 기부금은 필요, 자격 및 제안된 프로젝트를 기준으로 제공됩니다. 신청 마감은 8월 23일입니다. 2025년 2월 9일 윈 도지 스테디움에서 열리는 슈퍼볼 LIX는 루이지애나에 약 5억 달러의 경제적 영향을 미칠 것으로 예상되며, 6,000명의 언론 매체가 뉴올리언스에 모일 것으로 전망됩니다.
Le Comité Hôte du Super Bowl LIX de La Nouvelle-Orléans, Entergy, les New Orleans Saints et la NFL Foundation ont annoncé Impact 59 Powered by Entergy, un programme de subventions héritées pour le Super Bowl LIX. Cette initiative vise à soutenir les organisations à but non lucratif locales dans la région de La Nouvelle-Orléans, en mettant l'accent sur le développement des jeunes, la formation professionnelle, l'éducation, la santé et le bien-être, ainsi que l'équité et l'inclusion.
Le programme bénéficiera aux organisations dans dix paroisses, avec des subventions attribuées en fonction des besoins, du mérite et des projets proposés. Les candidatures sont acceptées jusqu'au 23 août. Le Super Bowl LIX, prévu le 9 février 2025 au Caesars Superdome, devrait générer un impact économique d'environ 500 millions de dollars pour la Louisiane et attirer 6 000 membres de médias accrédités à La Nouvelle-Orléans.
Das Host-Komitee für den Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans, Entergy, die New Orleans Saints und die NFL Foundation haben Impact 59 Powered by Entergy angekündigt, ein Erbe-Zuschussprogramm für den Super Bowl LIX. Diese Initiative zielt darauf ab, lokale gemeinnützige Organisationen in der Metropolregion New Orleans zu unterstützen, mit Fokus auf Jugendentwicklung, Berufsbildung, Bildung, Gesundheit und Wellness sowie Chancengleichheit und Inklusion.
Das Programm wird Organisationen in zehn Pfarreien zugutekommen, wobei Zuschüsse basierend auf Bedarf, Verdienst und vorgeschlagenen Projekten vergeben werden. Bewerbungen werden bis zum 23. August akzeptiert. Der Super Bowl LIX, der für den 9. Februar 2025 im Caesars Superdome geplant ist, wird voraussichtlich einen wirtschaftlichen Einfluss von etwa 500 Millionen Dollar auf Louisiana haben und 6.000 akkreditierte Medienvertreter nach New Orleans ziehen.
- Potential $500 million economic impact for Louisiana from Super Bowl LIX
- Expected influx of 6,000 credentialed media members to New Orleans
- Collaboration with major organizations for charitable initiative
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The legacy program will benefit New Orleans area nonprofit organizations ahead of Super Bowl LIX
NEW ORLEANS, LA / ACCESSWIRE / July 24, 2024 / Today, the New Orleans Super Bowl LIX Host Committee, Entergy, the New Orleans Saints, and the NFL Foundation announced a community-focused initiative ahead of Super Bowl LIX. Impact 59 Powered by Entergy is the official Super Bowl LIX Legacy Grant Program designed to leave a lasting impact on nonprofits in the Greater New Orleans region long after the city's record tying 11th Super Bowl on February 9, 2025. The Super Bowl Host Committee, led by the New Orleans Saints and the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation, underscored the importance of giving back to the host community through the Host Committee theme of "it's what we do."
Impact 59 Powered by Entergy is a collaboration between the Host Committee, the New Orleans Saints, the NFL Foundation, the Entergy Charitable Foundation, Ochsner Health, the United Way of Southeast Louisiana, and NOLA Coalition to award impactful grants to local nonprofit organizations. The program's mission is to give back to local organizations making a positive impact in the New Orleans community, fostering a legacy of philanthropy that lasts long after Super Bowl LIX.
New Orleans Saints owner and long-time philanthropist, Gayle Benson said, "Hosting and executing an incredible game is just one aspect of our responsibility. Equally important is our commitment to supporting our community and creating a lasting positive impact. This is part of what we do - we must instill pride in our city, contribute to meaningful change, and ensure lasting resources for all those who work so hard to make the community a wonderful place to live."
The funding from Impact 59 Powered by Entergy will be awarded to organizations that provide programming in key areas of youth development, workforce training, education, health and wellness, and equity and inclusion. The nonprofit organizations selected will help support charitable causes in the Greater New Orleans area including Orleans, Jefferson, St. Bernard, St. Charles, St. James, St. John the Baptist, Plaquemines, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa and Washington parishes. A grant selection committee will carefully review eligibility and compliance of applications, select award recipients based on criteria met and make award determinations based on need, merit and proposed projects.
"The Super Bowl Legacy Grant Program was established to ensure that the NFL and our partners leave a legacy of philanthropy and positive economic impact in the Super Bowl host community, extending far beyond the final whistle of the big game," said NFL Vice President of Philanthropy and Executive Director of the NFL Foundation Alexia Gallagher. "The NFL Foundation is excited to continue this tradition with the Super Bowl LIX Host Committee and their great partners to recognize and support nonprofit organizations that positively impact the lives of thousands in the Greater New Orleans region."
The announcement of this Legacy Program supports the New Orleans Super Bowl Host Committee's motto: "it's what we do." Impact 59 Powered by Entergy will provide much-needed support to those organizations that provide key services and opportunities to the community.
"That's one amazing thing about the City of New Orleans - we love our neighbors as if they were our own family; it's part of what we do every day," said Drew Marsh, Entergy Corporation Chair and Chief Executive Officer. "Impact 59 Powered by Entergy is sure to ignite change in our community, uplift our community organizations and the people who need it most and arm them with resources they need to continue their good work."
Along with Impact 59 Powered by Entergy, Super Bowl LIX brings significant other impact to the area. The 59th Super Bowl is anticipated to bring upwards of
"At the end of the day, the Super Bowl is much more than a game. Hosting our record tying 11th NFL Championship game will not only provide funding for our nonprofit community through Impact 59 Powered by Entergy but will significantly boost Louisiana's economy and provide opportunity to recognize our rich Louisiana heritage and diverse culture," said Jay Cicero, President and CEO of the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation and the Super Bowl LIX Host Committee. "On Monday, February 10th, we want to be proud of a job well done - not just the game, but the incredible impact the Super Bowl has on our community."
Applications are now being accepted through August 23. More details on how organizations can see if they qualify and apply for Impact 59 Powered by Entergy can be found at nolasuperbowl.com/legacy-program.
Super Bowl LIX will take place on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, at Caesars Superdome.
About the New Orleans Super Bowl LIX Host Committee
The New Orleans Super Bowl LIX Host Committee, led by the New Orleans Saints and the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation, is responsible for planning, executing, and hosting the City's record-tying 11th NFL Championship game on February 9, 2025. The Host Committee works in partnership with the National Football League to deliver a successful Super Bowl LIX while driving lasting social and economic impact in the Greater New Orleans area. Learn more about the New Orleans Super LIX Host Committee at nolasuperbowl.com.
About Entergy
Entergy is a Fortune 500 company that powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. We're investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. With roots in our communities for more than 100 years, Entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. Since 2018, we have delivered more than
About the NFL Foundation
The National Football League (NFL) Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of those touched by the game of football - from players at all levels to communities across the country. The NFL Foundation and its members, the 32 NFL clubs, support the health, safety and wellness of athletes, youth football, and the communities that support our game. Celebrating 50 years, the NFL Foundation has become one of the leading philanthropic entities in America, contributing to NFL team communities, national and international disaster relief efforts, and societal issues. The league is utilizing this anniversary to amplify the impact of NFL Philanthropy and the progress made by our nonprofit entities. For more information on the NFL Foundation, visit NFLFoundation.org.
About The Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation
Organized in August 1988, the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation (Sports Foundation) is a non-profit 501(c) (4) organization whose mission is to attract and manage sporting events that have a positive economic impact on Louisiana and the Greater New Orleans area. Throughout its 36-year history, the Sports Foundation has hosted and been awarded hundreds of events and turned a
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