For The Love Of NOLA

For The Love Of NOLA's mission is to provide support for the underserved, marginalized, and vulnerable people of the community in and around New Orleans via free pantries, performing arts, and community outreach.

For The Love Of is a grassroots nonprofit founded & run by local performers and artists. We believe LOVE is an action word. The 3 major steps FTLO takes to show our communities we LOVE them are SUPPLY, SUPPORT, & CELEBRATE!
SUPPLY - FTLO's Personal Hygiene Pantry runs 24/7 providing the 7th Ward with basic human needs to alleviate the cost of living.
We also assist with disaster relief. We are building pop-up pantries across the greater New Orleans area that provide personal hygiene products, clothing, and resources for additional help.
SUPPORT - FTLO holds multiple events throughout the year highlighting other local nonprofits that have specialized focus missions to improve the lives of women, LGBTQIA+, and BIPOC communities.
CELEBRATE - FTLO's seasonal Plate Give-Aways give us a chance to hang out and to get to know our neighbors on a more personal level.
Our live and virtual shows showcase local performers and artists from all over the city. From burlesque to comedy to poetry and more, we know art is a form of celebrating the human experience and brings communities closer.

Testimonials

FTLO is an amazing example of grass roots community support that is based in
compassion, love, and direct action. And I love that it's supportive and uplifting for local
performance artists. - Jim Meadows, Executive Director NOAGE

FTLO shows are better than Shakespeare. - Audience Member

Thank you for all you do for our neighborhood. - Miss Sheryl, 7th Ward Resident