Rooted Ones

Rooted Ones The mission is to uproot the school-to-prison pipeline in Greater New Orleans through mentorship.

💚🏃🏾‍♂️ THANK YOU FOR MAKING MILES FOR MENTORSHIP A SUCCESS! 🏃🏾‍♀️💚A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated in ...
06/06/2026

💚🏃🏾‍♂️ THANK YOU FOR MAKING MILES FOR MENTORSHIP A SUCCESS! 🏃🏾‍♀️💚

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated in the Rooted Ones Miles for Mentorship Run/Walk today! Whether you ran, walked, volunteered, sponsored, donated, or cheered from the sidelines, your support helps us continue our mission of mentoring, empowering, and investing in the lives of young men in our community.

We would love to see your favorite moments from today! 📸🎥 Please share your photos and videos on social media, tag us, and use the hashtags:





Want to continue making an impact? Visit rootedones.org to support our programs and learn more about upcoming opportunities to give. Be sure to check out our scholarship fundraising auction and other donation opportunities for our next event.

Together, we are building stronger futures—one mile, one mentor, and one young man at a time. 💚

Thank you for being part of the Rooted Ones family! 🌱💪🏾

🏃🏾‍♂️💚 Miles for Mentorship is TODAY! 💚🏃🏾‍♀️The wait is over! Join us this morning for the Rooted Ones Miles for Mentors...
06/06/2026

🏃🏾‍♂️💚 Miles for Mentorship is TODAY! 💚🏃🏾‍♀️

The wait is over! Join us this morning for the Rooted Ones Miles for Mentorship Run/Walk at 8:00 AM at LaSalle Park in Metairie.

There’s still time to register and be part of a morning filled with fitness, fun, fellowship, and purpose. Every step taken helps support Rooted Ones’ mission of mentoring, empowering, and developing young men in our community.

✅ Arrive early for check-in
✅ Stretch and get warmed up
✅ Bring your positive energy and walking/running shoes

Together, we’re taking steps toward brighter futures—one mile at a time.

📍 LaSalle Park
6600 Airline Drive
Metairie, LA 70003

We can’t wait to see you at the starting line! 🏁💚



🏃🏾‍♂️💚 Miles for Mentorship is THIS SATURDAY! 💚🏃🏾‍♀️Just a friendly reminder that the Rooted Ones Miles for Mentorship R...
06/05/2026

🏃🏾‍♂️💚 Miles for Mentorship is THIS SATURDAY! 💚🏃🏾‍♀️

Just a friendly reminder that the Rooted Ones Miles for Mentorship Run/Walk is happening Saturday, June 6, 2026, at 8:00 AM at LaSalle Park in Metairie!

There’s still time to register and join us for a morning of fitness, fun, and community impact. Whether you’re running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, your participation helps support the mission of empowering and mentoring young men through Rooted Ones.

✅ Arrive a little early for check-in
✅ Stretch and get warmed up
✅ Bring your positive energy and walking/running shoes!

Together, we’re taking steps toward brighter futures—one mile at a time.

📍 LaSalle Park
6600 Airline Drive
Metairie, LA 70003

🔗 Registration is still open! Sign up today and invite a friend.



🚨 EVENT UPDATE 🚨Due to inclement weather, ⏰ Rooted Ones: Miles For Mentorship at LaSalle Park (6600 Airline Dr, Metairie...
04/25/2026

🚨 EVENT UPDATE 🚨

Due to inclement weather, ⏰ Rooted Ones: Miles For Mentorship at LaSalle Park (6600 Airline Dr, Metairie, LA) has been postponed.

The safety of our participants, volunteers, and community is our top priority. We are currently working to secure a new date and will notify all participants ASAP with updated details.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support—we can’t wait to come together soon!

Had to pop out on the college bros real quick! 🔥Checking in, showing love, and making sure they staying locked in.Rooted...
03/19/2026

Had to pop out on the college bros real quick! 🔥
Checking in, showing love, and making sure they staying locked in.

Rooted Ones everywhere 🌍💯

03/01/2026

This Black History Month, we chose to experience history — not just read about it.
We walked Whitney Plantation with courage, curiosity, and respect. We asked real questions, felt real emotions, and left with a deeper understanding of legacy.
Because when you know your history, you walk in power.

FutureLeaders

Kevin is stepping into purpose as a member of the New Orleans Youth Alliance Youth Leadership Fellowship. At Rooted Ones...
01/26/2026

Kevin is stepping into purpose as a member of the New Orleans Youth Alliance Youth Leadership Fellowship. At Rooted Ones, we believe in young leaders who don’t just talk about change… they live it. Kevin is rooted in his values, committed to growth, and ready to be the change his community needs. This is what leadership looks like.

Congratulations, Howard!Watching you reach this milestone fills us with so much pride. Your resilience, responsibility, ...
12/14/2025

Congratulations, Howard!

Watching you reach this milestone fills us with so much pride. Your resilience, responsibility, and the way you carry yourself have always stood out. As a member of Rooted Ones, you’ve shown what it means to stay grounded and committed to growth. Earning your Bachelor’s degree from Nicholls State University is a powerful achievement, and we truly believe this is only the beginning of all that’s ahead for you. We’re rooting for you every step of the way.

It’s Giving Tuesday!Today, we invite you to stand with Rooted Ones as we continue planting seeds that empower, uplift, a...
12/02/2025

It’s Giving Tuesday!

Today, we invite you to stand with Rooted Ones as we continue planting seeds that empower, uplift, and transform our community.

Your gift helps us support young leaders, provide vital resources, and strengthen the roots that will carry future generations forward.

🌱 Give today. Grow tomorrow.

Donation Link: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/f05df06a-a27c-4caf-a44f-784e7419857d

11/16/2025

Each year, the funds raised in our Christmas and Mardi Gras table auctions go directly to nonprofits serving the Greater New Orleans community. To date, we’ve proudly donated over $4.3 million to support these vital organizations.

We're excited to announce The 18th Ward and KID smART as our 2025-2026 table auction partners and Cafe Hope, Court Watch NOLA, Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Louisiana, Rooted Ones, Society of St. Vincent de Paul New Orleans and Youth Empowerment Project - YEP as our micro-grant recipients!

Join us in celebrating their incredible work by reserving your paddle for the Christmas Auction at the link in our bio.

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Laplace, LA
70068

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

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+15046844353

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