The Louisiana Disaster Recovery Foundation (LDRF) was established in the aftermath of hurricanes Katrina and Rita to provide resources for the relief, recovery, and betterment of Louisiana's people and communities. Building upon its residents' strength of spirit to transform the disaster into unprecedented opportunity, the foundation supports nonprofit organizations engaged in economic development, housing, land use planning, education, and health care.
The foundation believes that inclusive practices must be a hallmark during the process of reconstruction and renewal, resulting in a better more equitable Louisiana that offers all people – regardless of race, economic status, and gender – the opportunity for full participation in society and its economy
LDRF is wholly independent, governed by an independent board of directors whose members hail from all affected areas of the state. While contributions have come from companies and foundations, the overwhelming majority of LDRF’s donations have come from everyday people interested in helping Louisiana’s communities and the families that live within them respond to the disasters and rebuild their lives.