Block Party Recap: Transforming New Orleans, one block at a time
Our 3rd Annual Block Party was more than just a celebration; it was a reflection of what’s possible when community organizations, volunteers, staff, and neighbors come together with a shared purpose. From music, food, wellness resources, youth activities, voter engagement, performances, to meaningful conversations and joyful connection, the event created space for relationship-building, resource sharing, neighborhood pride, fundraising, awareness, and healing. This year we had over 600 attendees from 21 different neighborhoods, from the West Bank all the way to the East.
We’re hiring an Americorps VISTA member!
Thanks to a partnership with Tulane University Center for Public Service, CBNO is recruiting for an Americorps VISTA service member to complete their year of volunteer service with our team.
Position: Program & Membership Coordinator
Create an organizing home for New Orleans changemakers through developing a membership program and regular membership meetings
Coordinate community events focused on civic engagement and education
Support coordination of the Bryan Bell Metropolitan Leadership Forum
Develop communications, outreach, and engagement materials to build awareness and support for CBNO’s programs
How to engage with the new City Council
New Orleans has a new City Council! Following the January 2026, inauguration, fresh faces joined returning council members, and the entire committee structure has been reorganized with new chairs and members.
This means new opportunities for you to engage with the local government on issues that matter the most. But what you might not realize is that the real work of the City Council isn’t done at big meetings you might see on TV. The real work happens in committee meetings.
This guide will help you understand what these committees do, who’s now on them, and how you can participate in shaping policy decisions that affect your daily life.
2025 Budget Season Recap
The 2025 Budget season kept us on the edge of our seats with one crisis after another. The story had its twists and turns, but the bottom line was this – the City spent more money than it brought in. This meant they had to borrow $100M from the State to break even in 2025, and they’re going to need to close an additional $222M hole in 2026.