Program areas at New Orleans Recreation Development Foundation
Nord teen programs: opportunities for teens to engage in educational and healthy activities at nord has grown exponentially. Over 1,000 teens attend 10 six-week summer career camps. The nord teen council hosted social and community events for hundreds of teens. Chevron future leaders developed skills and knowledge around leadership, business etiquette, financial literacy, entrepreneurship, environmental stewardship and community service.
Fitnola @ nord/fitnola live well: through the support of chevron corporation and w.k. Kellogg Foundation, nord continued to build upon a pilot to improve long-term health outcomes for vulnerable families. The fitnola live well project connects adults who regularly attend community wellness programs to manage conditions such as obesity, diabetes, and heart disease with nord's free fitness programs.
Nord youth athletics: through the support of chevron corporation, freeport mcmoran, nike, and iberia bank, nord provided sports opportunities to thousands of New Orleans youth in the areas of basketball, volleyball, flag football, tackle football, cheerleading, baseball, softball, and track and field with a focus on teamwork, self-esteem, body conditioning, healthy eating habits, social skills and the thrill of competition. Nord has continued to focus on sports safety, as well as coaches training to help ensure a safe and fun environment for all participants.