The New Orleans Saints and Keesler Federal Credit Union partnered to launch the Kicks for Kids program benefitting Covenant House New Orleans. For every Saints field goal made during the regular season, Keesler Federal Credit Union will donate $1,000 to Covenant House.
Covenant House New Orleans is a non-profit that provides immediate and long-term support for young people facing homelessness and survivors of trafficking. They are located on North Rampart Street in the French Quarter.
"We selected Covenant House New Orleans as the beneficiary of Kicks for Kids because of the organization's extraordinary efforts to help vulnerable children and youth overcome homelessness and trafficking," said Andrew Swoger, President & CEO of Keesler Federal Credit Union. "Their commitment and track record of success are second to none, and we are proud to support the real-world impact they have in our community."
Saints kicker Blake Grupe made 30 field goals on 37 attempts during the 2023 season.
In the past 10 years, the number of youth in Covenant House shelters has grown from 45 to over 170 per night and over 700 young people receive care at Covenant House each year.
"It takes all of us together as community partners to end youth homelessness and human trafficking," said Rheneisha Robertson, CEO of Covenant House New Orleans. "We're so honored by this selection and proud to partner with Keesler Federal Credit Union to continue this critical work."
