The Fourchon Oilman’s Association announced its largest annual contribution to date, which gave back $150,000 in community support through grants and workforce readiness partnerships.
The milestone brings the total amount given since FOA’s inception in 2011 up to $1.1 million, making a historic moment in the association’s continued commitment to strengthening the community and advancing educational opportunities for people in our area.
This year, FOA will distribute 15 grants which will total $100,000 to nonprofit organizations that are dedicated to enhancing education, resources and community development throughout Lafourche and Terrebonne parishes and also Grand Isle.
The FOA also has pledged $25,000 each to two workforce readiness initiatives, forging new partnerships with the Career Magnet Center and Fletcher Technical Community College to support training and development for the next generation of local workers.
“These contributions represent FOA’s steadfast dedication to giving back to the communities that support us,” said David Klingman, President of the Fourchon Oilman’s Association. “Reaching $1.1 million in total contributions is a proud achievement for our association, and we’re excited to see the positive impact these grants and partnerships will have in our region.”
FOA’s community grant program is made possible through proceeds generated by the association’s flagship events – the annual summer fishing invitational and the premier fall golf tournament which brings together industry leaders and community members in a shared mission of giving back.
Applications for the FOA community grant program are accepted annually from 501(c)(3) or 170(b) nonprofits with a submission deadline of Nov. 1 each year.
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This article was originally published in the Lafourche Gazette
