Ara's Love Foundation

The mission of the Ara's Love Foundation is two-fold. The first is to educate and bring awareness to New Orleans communities regarding the cause and prevention of Pancreatic Cancer and Lupus. Secondly, the Foundation will provide support to patients and caregivers with resources that will assist with the care of their love ones, as well as themselves. It is the Foundation's mission to share a little bit of "Ara's love" and the spirit of "We Care" to all.

Ara's Love Foundation was founded in 2019 on the basis of one woman's love for her family and friends. Mrs. Aralean H. Porter shared her spirit of giving with a smile to everyone. Her kindness was simply infectious in her everyday living. Even throughout her illness she managed to still give sound advice or a monetary gift to someone in need. Although she battled Lupus for many years, in November 2017 she succumbed to Pancreatic Cancer. Her strength and endurance throughout her illness was impeccable, which makes starting the Ara's Love Pancreatic Cancer and Lupus Awareness Foundation a labor of love motivated by her audacious spirit. It is important that communities know there is help available for them. Pancreatic Cancer and Lupus are two diseases people just don't or want talk about. Now it's time we talk about it. Now it's time we tell the truths about these diseases. It's time we give caregivers the tools needed to take care of their loved one as well as their own mental and physical health.

Due to the Covid-19 Pandemic, the last two years have been difficult to host events to assist patients and educate the public. Ara's Love Foundation is ready to get back to work. Its pertinent that we assure the community that we are here for them.

The Ara's Love Foundation that you in advance for your consideration and your generous contribution!

Testimonials

"I am beyond honored to have been singled out for this award, but accept it on behalf of all Pancreatic Cancer patients who are fighting this disease." Reggie Scanlan, 2020 Pancreatic Cancer Survivors Award

"The atmosphere was great , everyone was friendly and attentive. The food was hot and fresh, the band was excellent with wonderful selections. You just felt the Love in the room, and the colors were so beautiful. Overall the Event was over and beyond my expectations even with the limitations due to COVID. Thank you for nominating me I was truly humble and blessed to receive such a wonderful award." Antoinette Polite, 2020 Volunteer of the Year

"My cousin and fellow caregiver, Kimberly Langlinais and I were recognized by Ara's Love Foundation at their 2nd annual Pancreatic Cancer & Lupus Jazz & Blues Brunch as the 2020 Caregivers of the year for our role during the last months of our aunt & mother's life, while fighting Pancreatic Cancer. Ara's Love Foundation raises Pancreatic Cancer & Lupus Awareness and provides resources to patients, survivors & caregivers, like us.
We, with our family & friends, enjoyed a delicious meal & great entertainment during this wonderful event and award presentation." Lori Sheehy and Kimberly Langlinais, 2020 Caregivers of the Year

"My Jazz & Blues Brunch experience was amazing and absolutely beautiful. As a recipient of the Ara's Love Award, I was truly surprised and honored." Melvina Skidmore, 2019 Lupus Survivors Award Recipient

"I was nominated by my doctor, Dr. Emery Minnard, for whom I have so much love and respect. I was so humbled and grateful to receive this award. I believe the work the Foundation & Dr. Minnard will administer, is needed and will bless so many people". Mrs. Isabelle Melvina Sias, 2019 Pancreatic Cancer Survivors Award

"It was an honor and a privilege to be chosen as one of the Ara's Love award recipients. To me the award meant someone saw something in me, for that I am grateful, thankful and most of all blessed." Erica Zeringue, 2019 Caregiver's Award Recipient.