High Voltage

High Voltage is proud to celebrate Give 8/28, the National Day of Giving for Black-led nonprofits during Black Philanthropy Month.  Our goal is to raise $828 to support Legacy Lines, our intergenerational creative-aging project in New Orleans. 

Founded in 2003, High Voltage is a volunteer-driven organization committed to providing educational and recreational programs for youth, families, and senior citizens. Through intergenerational initiatives, we work to strengthen well-being, connection, and opportunity across our community.

Legacy Lines is a six-week program that introduces New Orleans seniors to journaling and drawing. Participants use mixed-media techniques to document personal memories, cultural traditions, and family histories. Rooted in New Orleans’ rich storytelling legacy, the project empowers older adults to preserve their voices, share their wisdom, and build meaningful connections with younger generations.

This year’s Give 8/28 theme honors the people, partnerships, and shared commitment that make lasting change possible. From nonprofit leaders and volunteers to donors, advocates, and community champions, every act of generosity helps strengthen our communities. 

Together, we are grounded in purpose and empowered by the collective power of community. Please consider making a gift today to support High Voltage and our community initiatives.

Your donation over our goal will help make programs like these possible:

• Community outreach events for Thanksgiving, Christmas and Mardi Gras 
• Legacy Lines senior art and storytelling project 
• Senior meals for 100 senior citizens
• Technology update for our website 

Thank you for investing in our community and helping us create a lasting impact.

Donation Levels:  

High Voltage Hero                                                          $10 

Activities for Seniors                                                       $20

Bags of Hope for the Unhoused:                                    $25 

College Student Internship Support                              $50 

Technology Improvement                                             $200 

Meals for 100 Senior Citizens                                       $250 

  Major Gift of $500 or more                                         $500  

Testimonials

Hi, I am Sonia a graduate of the University of Maryland.  I completed an internship extending from summer through fall of 2025.  I was trusted with meaningful responsibilities in marketing, including creating social media content and managing newsletters. I was encouraged to think strategically, analyze results, and contribute ideas that directly supported the organization’s mission. This hands-on experience helped me strengthen my professional skills while gaining a deeper understanding of how nonprofit work creates real community impact. The High Voltage team is supportive, collaborative, and genuinely invested in student learning. I’m grateful for the opportunity to grow professionally while contributing to programs that truly make a difference in communities across Louisiana.

-Sonia Chen

"Hi , I'm Kailyn a graduate of Southern University at New Orleans. I started volunteering as a part of my graduation requirement and throughout the experience, I have met many wonderful and welcoming people and have been apart of quite a few great community events that I have really enjoyed. My experience volunteering with High Voltage has been so impactful and educational, that I plan to continue to volunteering with High Voltage for many years.

-Kailyn Pennington