Covenant House New Orleans

Open Intake, Unconditional Love, and Absolute Respect are the three cornerstones of Covenant House New Orleans. In addition to these cornerstones, we are guided by five main principles:

IMMEDIACY: Covenant House immediately meets the basic needs of youth experiencing homelessness– through a nourishing meal, a shower, clean clothes, medical attention, and a safe place to sleep.

SANCTUARY: Covenant House provides a safe haven from the hardships of homelessness. We recognize the fundamental worth of every human being, and create a safe setting where all youth – regardless of life experience or identity – are served without judgment.

VALUE COMMUNICATION: Covenant House leads by example to demonstrate that caring relationships are based on love, trust, respect, and honesty.

STRUCTURE: Covenant House provides the stability and structure necessary to build a positive future.

CHOICE: Covenant House fosters confidence; encouraging young people to believe in themselves and make informed choices for their lives.

Covenant House New Orleans provides shelter and services to youth, ages 22 and under, who are experiencing homelessness. Our average daily census has increased from 45 to 210 young people and children, per night.

We seek to rebuild and reunite families whenever possible, or offer youth the opportunity and the tools they need to build healthy, independent and productive lives.