The Katrina Foundation for Recovery has been founded in the aftermath of the devastation of Hurricane Katrina by a group of ordinary people from North Louisiana with an extraordinary vision of uniting the people of the U.S. Our desire is for everyone to "Band Together" with monetary donations for relief while having a tangible show of support for the people of Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama by wearing the "Blue Band". A dream of providing relief has become a reality with the support of many selfless individuals and businesses. We, the board, are humbled by the response and awed by God's provision for every detail of The Katrina Foundation for Recovery.

The Katrina Foundation for Recovery is a nationwide humanitarian organization developed in the unprecedented aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.

The objectives are: Restoring Hope, Rebuilding Lives, Providing Relief to communities and individuals affected by Katrina

Through the donations of caring citizens, we are committed to provide support by supplying the monetary means to purchase clothing, shelter, medical supplies, food, educational tools and transportation. We are also dedicated to ensuring ongoing support for the reconstruction and restoration of communities and relocations of the people of the New Orleans and Gulf Coast region.

The Katrina Foundation for Recovery, Inc. is a public charity and is exempt from federal income tax under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, effective September 15, 2005. Contributions made to this charity are deductible as charitable contributions under section 170 of the Code.

As required by the IRS, a copy of the IRS Form 1023, "Application for Recognition of Exemption", and all subsequent 990 forms, "Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax", are available for review to the general public upon request.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

President - Kathy Reeg
Director of Family Support, Kilpatrick Funeral Home

Vice President - Rick Hohlt
Publisher, Ruston Daily Leader

Treasurer - Drake Mills
President/CEO, Community Trust Bank

Scott Terry
President, Ruston-Lincoln Chamber of Commerce

Juliet Baldwin
Retired Educator

Jerry Baldwin
Pastor, New Living Word; Coach

Linda Graham
Community Relations Officer, Community Trust Bank

Thomas Hunt
Retired Businessman