What is YouthDay?
YouthDay NOLA, a program of Sisters on a Struggle, is a monthly community event bringing kids, families, and neighbors together for fun, connection, and giving back. Each month features a new theme, location, and activities—like music, games, food, bounce houses, art, and giveaways—while also highlighting ways to support and uplift our community. From back-to-school celebrations to holiday drives, YouthDay NOLA is all about creating safe, joyful spaces where young people can learn, play, and thrive.
🖌️ This Month’s Theme: Art & Paint Party
In honor of the 20th Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina (K-20) and the Back-to-School season, Youth Day NOLA invites children and families to create, connect, and celebrate community through art.
Kids will receive free art supplies to paint or draw what “community” means to them.
What’s Always Included at each YouthDay event:
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🎧 Live DJ & Music – Family-friendly beats all day
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🏰 Bounce House & Games – Fun for all ages
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🍔 Food & Drinks – Free and delicious refreshments
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🎁 Prizes & Giveaways – Surprise rewards for the kids
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👥 Local Vendors & Community Resources
Month | Location | Theme (Seasonal) | Programing (Mental/Physical/Etc) | Business Partner/Sponsors | Donations |
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August 23rd | Kenilworth Playground | K-20/Also Back-To-School | K-20 Art and Paint Party (Paint/Draw your city/what community means, etc) | YaYa Arts | Need art supplies |
September 27th | Stallings Gentilly Playground | Planting a plant (Wild Wayne) | Gratitude in the Garden - Pot your own plant | ||
October 25th | St. Roch Playground | Halloween Trunk-or-Treat | Trunk-or-Treat & Costume Jam | ||
November 22nd | A.L. Davis Playground | Thanksgiving Meal/Turkey Drive | Give Thanks, Give Back (Turkey Drive + Thanksgiving Meal) | ||
December 20th | Thrive Center | Christmas/Toy Drive | Presence and Presents - Toy drive |
📬 Contact Us
Have questions? Want to donate, volunteer, or sponsor a future YouthDay?
📧 Email: zwyouthdaynola@gmail.com
📱 Follow: @YouthDayNOLA on Instagram
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