Super Bowl Host Committee Announces $3 Million Available for Local Nonprofits – Crescent City Sports

Super Bowl Leadership Announces Legacy Program to Benefit New Orleans Nonprofits Ahead of Super Bowl LIX

NEW ORLEANS – Today, the New Orleans Super Bowl LIX Host Committee, Entergy, the New Orleans Saints and the NFL Foundation announced a community-focused initiative in advance of Super Bowl LIX. Impact 59 Powered by Entergy is the official Super Bowl LIX Legacy Grant Program designed to make a lasting impact on nonprofits in the Greater New Orleans area long after the city passed a record 11^e Super Bowl on February 9, 2025.

The Super Bowl Host Committee, led by the New Orleans Saints and the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation, emphasized the importance of giving back to the host community through the Host Committee’s theme of “it’s what we do.”

Impact 59 Powered by Entergy is a partnership between the Host Committee, the New Orleans Saints, the NFL Foundation, the Entergy Charitable Foundation, Ochsner Health, the United Way of Southeast Louisiana, and NOLA Coalition to provide impactful grants to local nonprofits. The program’s mission is to give back to local organizations that are positively impacting the New Orleans community, fostering a legacy of philanthropy that lasts long after Super Bowl LIX.

New Orleans Saints owner and longtime philanthropist Gayle Benson said: “Organizing and executing an incredible game is just one aspect of our responsibility. Equally important is our commitment to supporting our community and creating a lasting positive impact. This is part of what we do – we must create pride in our city, contribute to meaningful change, and provide lasting resources for everyone who works so hard to make the community a great place to live.”

Impact 59 Powered by Entergy funding will be awarded to organizations that provide programming in the key areas of youth development, vocational training, education, health and wellness, and equity and inclusion. The selected nonprofits will help support charities in the Greater New Orleans area, including Orleans, Jefferson, St. Bernard, St. Charles, St. James, St. John the Baptist, Plaquemines, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa and Washington parishes. A grant selection committee will carefully review the eligibility and compliance of applications, select grant recipients based on the criteria met, and determine awards based on need, merit and proposed projects.

“The Super Bowl Legacy Grant Program was created to ensure that the NFL and our partners leave a legacy of philanthropy and positive economic impact in the Super Bowl host community that extends far beyond the final whistle on the big game,” said NFL Vice President of Philanthropy and Executive Director of the NFL Foundation Alexia Gallagher“The NFL Foundation is excited to continue this tradition with the Super Bowl LIX Host Committee and their tremendous partners to recognize and support nonprofit organizations that positively impact the lives of thousands of people in the Greater New Orleans area.”

The announcement of this Legacy Program supports the New Orleans Super Bowl Host Committee’s motto: “it’s what we do.” Impact 59 Powered by Entergy will provide much-needed support to those organizations that provide vital services and opportunities to the community.

“That’s one of the great things about the city of New Orleans: We love our neighbors like they’re our own family; it’s part of what we do every day,” said Drew Marsh, Chairman and CEO of Entergy Corporation“Impact 59 Powered by Entergy will surely create change in our community, lifting up our community organizations and those who need it most, and providing them with the resources they need to continue their good work.”

Together with Impact 59 Powered by Entergy, Super Bowl LIX brings significant other impact to the area. The 59^e The Super Bowl is expected to have an economic impact of more than $500 million in Louisiana and bring 6,000 licensed media personnel to New Orleans.

“Ultimately, the Super Bowl is much more than a game. Hosting our record-tying 11^e The NFL Championship Game will not only provide funding to our nonprofit community through Impact 59 Powered by Entergy, but will also significantly boost Louisiana’s economy and provide an opportunity to recognize our rich Louisiana heritage and diverse culture,” said Jay Cicero, President and CEO of the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation and the Super Bowl LIX Host Committee“On Monday, February 10, we want to be proud of a job well done – not just the game, but the incredible impact the Super Bowl has on our community.”

Registrations are now open until August 23. For more information on how organizations can see if they qualify and apply for Impact 59 Powered by Entergy, visit nolasuperbowl.com/legacy-program.

Super Bowl LIX will take place on Sunday, February 9, 2025 at Caesars Superdome.

About the New Orleans Super Bowl LIX Host Committee

The New Orleans Super Bowl LIX Host Committee, led by the New Orleans Saints and the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation, is responsible for planning, executing and hosting the city’s record-breaking 11th NFL Championship game on February 9, 2025. The Host Committee partners with the National Football League to deliver a successful Super Bowl LIX while creating lasting social and economic impact in the Greater New Orleans area. For more information about the New Orleans Super LIX Host Committee, visit nolasuperbowl.com.

About Entergy

Entergy is a Fortune 500 company that powers the lives of 3 million customers through our operating subsidiaries in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. We invest in the reliability and resiliency of the energy system and help our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. With roots in our communities for more than 100 years, Entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate responsibility. Since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in annual economic benefits to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. Entergy is headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. Learn more at entergy.com and connect with @Entergy on social media.