Who we are…

The Lotus in Bloom Foundation (LIBF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Louisiana whose mission is to advance mental wellness and safety for adults and children in underserved communities who are affected by violence and trauma through advocacy, education, mental health resources, and strong community support.

LIBF’s vision is to build communities where cycles of violence and trauma are broken, safety and healing are accessible, and all individuals are empowered to bloom into a life of strength, resilience, and connection.

The Lotus in Bloom Foundation was created with the intention of advocating for individuals impacted by violence and trauma, and systemic barriers to mental health care. We aim to break cycles of silence and isolation by bringing mental health-related conversations into accessible spaces. We meet individuals where they are, not through clinical treatment, but through our events, educational resources, and unwavering support.

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Our Values

L - Liberation

We empower individuals to break away and heal from cycles of violence and trauma and embrace lives of freedom and possibility.

O - Opportunity

We provide resources, education, and programs that create pathways for growth, safety, and wellness, making mental wellness accessible to all.

T - Trust

We foster trust by creating safe and supportive environments where individuals feel heard, valued, and supported in their healing journey.

U - Unity

We foster connection and collaboration amongst survivors, partners, and community members to create lasting impact.

S - Strength

We honor the resilience and courage of survivors as they develop their inner strength, providing support that restores hope and reminds them they are never alone.

We host community wellness events that allow individuals to come together in safe, compassionate, and affirming spaces. Through our events, we foster healing, promote mental well-being, self-care, and connection. We strive to increase mental health accessibility for individuals and families in underserved communities who are affected by violence and trauma.

What We Do

Advocacy is the heart of our work. Beyond our efforts to advocate for better mental health polices in the state of Louisiana, we are committed to advancing mental health equity by supporting individuals and families who experience systemic barriers to mental health care, such as financial constraints, limited access to providers in their area, and transportation challenges.

We are committed to empowering individuals through knowledge. We offer free webinars, workshops, and educational events that are focused on the importance of prioritizing mental health. Our efforts provide practical tools and strategies to increase community awareness, connect individuals and families to appropriate resources, and reduce the potential for crisis.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We offer free wellness events (both in person and virtually) for adults, children, and their loved ones who have been impacted by violence or trauma. Our goal is to create safe, supportive spaces where healing and connection can begin.

    We also offer free educational resources that empower individuals and families to learn more about violence, trauma, and the path to healing, because access to knowledge is an important step toward understanding, prevention, and recovery.

    While we do not provide counseling services at this time, we help take the stress out of finding support. We personally connect individuals and families to trusted, free or low-cost mental health resources in their community so you don’t have to navigate getting help alone.

    In addition to these services, we also offer meaningful volunteer opportunities for individuals seeking to fulfill school requirements, court mandates, or other service commitments. Our volunteer roles are designed to provide a supportive and purposeful way to give back while making a positive impact in the community.

  • Please email Faith Southerland at fsoutherland@alotusinbloom.org regarding all partnership inquires. We look forward to potentially partnering with your organization!

  • If you volunteer with the Lotus in Bloom Foundation, you will receive a completed and signed volunteer verification form documenting your hours and service. If your school, employer, court program, or another organization has its own volunteer form, we are also happy to complete and sign that form for you.

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