Franklin Associates

We are proud to support Housing Forward, the organization leading one of the nation's most innovative and successful homeless response systems. Through our comprehensive case management services, Franklin is able to deliver trauma-informed services, connect individuals with resources promoting self-sufficiency, ensure housing meets Housing Quality Standards, and maintain required data entry in the Homeless Management information System.

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Housing Forward Case Management Services Franklin delivers comprehensive case management services to support Housing Forward in addressing housing barriers, facilitating transitions into permanent housing and promoting long-term stability.

Recently, our team facilitated community outreach for our client at local Halloween-themed events, creating opportunities to connect with residents in a fun and welcoming environment.

Meaningful engagement is ultimately about creating opportunities for those connections and conversations, and we're grateful for the opportunity to support efforts that strengthen relationships between organizations and the communities they serve.

One piece of legislation changed how communities access federal development funding.

Before 1974, communities relied on several separate federal programs to support initiatives such as urban renewal, neighborhood facilities, and water and sewer improvements. August 22,1974 changed this when President Gerald Ford signed the Housing and Community Development Act into law.

This established the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, consolidating existing funding programs into a more flexible approach to community development. More than 50 years later, CDBG remains an important source of funding for housing, infrastructure, neighborhood revitalization, and economic development.

Behind every successful CDBG-funded project is a combination of planning, coordination, compliance, and community engagement. Franklin Associates has helped communities navigate those processes and maximize the impact of these investments for the people they serve.

A community's future is shaped by more than one project, one road, or one development.

Rather than evaluating individual projects solely on their immediate needs, comprehensive plans provide a broader framework for considering how development, infrastructure, and community priorities fit together over time. They also help communities anticipate future needs, coordinate investments, and establish a shared vision for growth.

While individual projects may address today's priorities, their combined impact can influence how a community develops for decades.

The team looks forward to attending the 2026 Louisiana Smart Growth Summit this week.

The summit creates valuable opportunities to share perspectives, build new connections, and learn from others working to strengthen communities across Louisiana. We are eager to engage in meaningful conversations, connect with partners from across the state, and explore ideas that support stronger, more vibrant communities.

We'll see you there!

Franklin Associates and The Executive Center are excited to announce that this year's Taste of Mid City beneficiary is the A. C. Lewis YMCA!

Located in Baton Rouge's Mid City community, The A. C. Lewis YMCA is one of seven locations of the YMCA of the Capital Area, a cause-driven nonprofit organization with a mission to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. The A. C. Lewis YMCA provides programs and services that support children, families, adults, and seniors through wellness, aquatics, youth development, education, and community engagement opportunities.

For more than six decades, the A. C. Lewis YMCA has served as a trusted Mid City gathering place where residents can improve their health, build relationships, and access supportive resources. Through partnership, outreach, financial assistance, and programs for all ages, the YMCA connects residents with opportunities that support health, youth development, education, and social connection. Its continued presence strengthens neighborhood relationships and helps ensure that Mid City’s growth remains healthy, connected, and inclusive.

We are proud to support the A. C. Lewis YMCA as this year's beneficiary and look forward to shining a spotlight on the incredible work they do throughout our community. Stay connected for event updates, opportunities to get involved, and ways to support their mission!

Behind every project, plan, or initiative are people who experience its impacts firsthand.

Data plays a critical role in identifying trends, measuring conditions, and informing decisions. Public input adds another layer by providing local knowledge, lived experiences, and perspectives that help bring those findings into context. Meaningful engagement creates opportunities for people to be heard and helps build a deeper understanding of the challenges, priorities, and opportunities that shape a community.

When quantitative data and community perspectives are considered together, excellence in planning can be achieved.

We're excited to be attending the 2026 Louisiana Smart Growth Summit hosted by The Center for Planning Excellence.

This event brings leaders from across Louisiana to discuss the challenges and opportunities shaping our state's future. Ideas communicated here will become strategies with clear, actionable solutions that support sustainable growth, economic development, and stronger communities across the state.

We look forward to being part of these important discussions and connecting with others who are committed to building a better future for Louisiana.

Franklin Associates is proud to be named one of Baton Rouge’s Best Places to Work for the fifth consecutive year!

Our commitment to Putting People First starts with our team. The care, support, and respect we foster within Franklin extend into every interaction with our clients, partners, and communities.

Here’s to continuing to care for the people around us and creating a workplace where our team can thrive!

During , we recognize the importance of awareness, education, and support. This month and every month, we stand with those impacted by breast cancer and celebrate the strength, courage, and resilience they inspire.