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Magnolia Children’s Group (MCG) is a Baton Rouge–based nonprofit organization that transforms historic, state-owned properties into trauma-informed residential homes for children in foster care. Our mission is to restore historic spaces and rebuild the lives of vulnerable youth through wraparound care and strategic partnerships.

Our pilot campus will serve middle school–aged girls in Louisiana’s foster care system, with plans to expand to additional populations and regions based on state data and need.

Each child will receive individualized wraparound care that includes:

• Trauma-informed therapeutic support
• Behavioral and physical healthcare (through Medicaid/FQHC partners)
• Education support and life skills training
• Family-based interventions and aftercare planning

Trauma-informed care is an approach that recognizes the presence and impact of trauma in a child’s life and provides a safe, supportive environment to promote healing and growth. We utilize evidence-based models such as Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI®) and SAMHSA’s six core principles.

MCG will partner with licensed foster care providers and clinical service agencies. We will serve as a residential care campus operator that coordinates services and ensures trauma-informed standards are met through clinical and educational partnerships.

Our funding will come from a mix of public and private sources, including:

• Seed donations and sponsorships
• Historic preservation tax credits
• Government grants
• Medicaid reimbursement for eligible services

Yes! We will welcome partnerships with:

• Medicaid Managed Care Organizations (MCOs)
• Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs)
• Local businesses, churches, and community organizations
• Educational institutions and volunteers
  Contact us at magnoliachildrensgroup@gmail.com to start a conversation.

You can donate online or email us directly to explore volunteer opportunities, fundraising campaigns, or in-kind support. We’re currently seeking furnishings, hygiene kits, books, and qualified mentors.

Our goal is to replicate the Magnolia model across Louisiana in partnership with DCFS and LDH, eventually expanding to a national model through legislative efforts such as the Homes for Hope Act.

Yes. While our pilot focuses on middle school girls, future campuses will be developed based on regional DCFS data and demonstrated needs—including homes for boys, sibling groups, and older youth transitioning out of foster care.

Visit our [Sponsorship Page] or email us at magnoliachildrensgroup@gmail.com to request a sponsorship packet. We offer multiple levels of involvement, from local community partners to legacy sponsors.

Yes! We offer naming opportunities and co-branded recognition for businesses or individuals who support our renovation and programmatic efforts.