ABOUT US
At Overlooked and Undervalued Foundation, we believe in rewriting the narrative for individuals and communities too often left out of opportunity. We operate out of Denham Springs, but our mission is deeply focused on serving Baton Rouge and its surrounding areas. Our mission is to empower underserved youth, reentry citizens, and overlooked communities through leadership, education, and mental health initiatives — turning pain into power, and obstacles into opportunity.
We don't use charity as a bandage. We build infrastructure for resilience.
Our long-term vision includes a comprehensive model of support across youth development, reentry, mental health, economic empowerment, and social services. In this early stage, however, we are focused on delivering deep, measurable impact in three core areas:
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Youth Empowerment & Leadership Training
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Reentry Support for Justice-Involved Individuals
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Trauma-Informed Mental Health Services
These flagship programs form the backbone of our infrastructure. As we scale, additional services such as entrepreneurship and wraparound support will be phased in through strategic partnerships and capacity-building.
While the world shifts and language changes, our commitment remains: we serve the overlooked. We uplift the undervalued. And we do it in ways that funders, partners, and communities can stand behind—grounded in measurable outcomes, economic mobility, and tangible community impact.
We don't just ask for funding. We build blueprints for change.
And we’re inviting collaborators, advocates, and bold-hearted supporters to build with us.
VISION
We envision a future where every individual—regardless of their background, zip code, or circumstance—has equitable access to the tools, resources, and opportunities needed to thrive.
At the Overlooked and Undervalued Foundation, our vision is to build a society where potential is no longer wasted, where communities are equipped to overcome generational cycles of poverty, and where resilience is cultivated through strategic investment, education, and wellness.
We are shaping a world where systems evolve to support—not suppress—those who have historically been underserved. Through innovation, collaboration, and unwavering commitment, we aim to be a catalyst for sustainable growth and community-driven transformation.
GET INVOLVED
We are so happy you’re interested in getting involved with our work here at Overlooked and Undervalued Foundation. There are so many ways for you to help, and we truly appreciate each and every effort. By lending your support, you’ll become a valuable part of our Non-Profit Organization and help to strengthen our operations as well as serve our community.
“Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see”
Mark Twain
