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Integrating art, music, and gamification to connect with youth and make learning fun

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WERE BACK TO SCHOOL!

Join us for our Annual BTS FREE school supply giveaway for youth of all ages.

This year’s Extravaganza will be held Saturday, September 10, 2022 at the Ashé Cultural Arts
Center (1712 Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard, New Orleans, LA 70113) from 12:00pm to
4:00pm. There will be health and dental screenings, haircuts and hairstyles, as well as manicures
provided for attending youth.

DSEF is pleased to have the continued support from its community partners, LSU School of
Dentistry, Delgado Cosmetology Program, Feneji Studiouxx, Reliable Community Alternatives
LLC., Hype Academy, Nola Girl Custom Creations and Loving Hearts of LA. Kids will be able
to enjoy prizes, a photo booth, arts and crafts, giveaways, a gaming truck, sip & paint and more.
There will be live performances by the Hot 8 Brass Band, Eric Lewis of the CTC Steppers S&P
Club, Rashaud Brown of the Young Seminole Hunters Mardi Gras Indians, Thee Man Trotter
Zulu Tramp, and YEP’s Drumline and Dance Team.

SEE YOU THERE!

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MISSION

The mission of the Dinerral Shavers Educational Fund is to fulfill Dinerral Shavers’ legacy by continuing to open doors and award opportunities to the youth of New Orleans; And To give back to our city through service by sponsoring community based activities and engaging in Anti- Violence initiatives which will in turn make our city a safer, better, and more enjoyable place to live.

VISION

To create a better community, a safer city, and adequate opportunities for the youth of New Orleans; while also promoting music, art, and education in an effort to amalgamate New Orleans’ inimitable culture.

FUNDRAISERS

Each year, In an effort to help support the DSEF movement, the cultural community of New Orleans comes together to honor the legacy of the late Dinerral Shavers. We are so very grateful for the continued support of New Orleans’ elite brass bands and its citizens. It is because of their hard work and dedication that achieving our mission is possible.

PROGRAMS

We help students discover their divine purpose in life and to embody the confidence needed to defeat their fears and achieve their dreams. DSEF also aims to counter the culture of violence by awarding New Orleans youth with opportunities through scholarships, education, arts, music, and culture. 

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GIRLS NOLA

GIRLSNOLA IS a two track sexual health & mentorship initiative that teaches girls how to become respected, responsible, and fully realized young women in society. 

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Testimonials

I love GIRLS NOLA!

It's a safe place talk, learn and make new friends. 

Kensey, Student

I go to DSEF Back to School Extravaganza every year! It's FREE, festive and saves me & other local parents lots of money on school supplies. My daughter even got her hair done! 

PAM, Nola Parent

Operation Giveback is the perfect way to give back to the community. This event really brings joy to those in need during the holidays! The food is made with love and distributed the same way! Thank you DSEF!

HELEN, Volunteer

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DSEF STAFF

The DSEF staff are fun, loving and dedicated to the mentorship of underprivleged youth in the Greater New Orleans area. Highly qualified and versital these local female professionals are essential for the development of scholars.

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DSEF Back To School Extravaganza