The Emerge Center

Nominations are officially OPEN for the 2026 Baton Rouge Area Volunteer Activists Awards! Please visit emergela.org/BRAVA for event information or to nominate an individual.

Oink! 🐷 Woof! 🐶 Chirp! 🐥

Petting zoo visits brought so many smiles, moments of connection, and opportunities to explore, play, and engage in new ways.💜

Toni’s world is expanding in more ways than one. 💜

He now eats a variety of foods, speaks clearly, and uses full sentences to share his thoughts and needs with those around him. These everyday abilities are meaningful steps toward independence and connection.

At Emerge, progress like this is built through consistent, individualized support, and Emerge helped Toni open new doors that make continued growth possible across daily living!

Help us open the next door by making a contribution today: igfn.us/form/97RDBg

Please note that Emerge will be closed on Memorial Day!

Join the fun! Emerge is looking to expand our team!

Please visit https://emergela.isolvedhire.com/jobs/ for a detailed description of the job and to apply!

Donovan opened a door to a world of connection.

Since starting at Emerge, he said his own name for the first time and is now playing with his brother, discovering friendship, confidence, and joy.

Emerge helped Donovan open new doors. Can you help us open the next one? Your support gives children like him the tools to make real, genuine connections with people in their lives to build meaningful relationships.

Give today: igfn.us/form/97RDBg

Milkshake break! 🍨 We can't think of a more delicious way to kick off summer!

Remi is discovering new ways to express herself. ☀💖

With support from Emerge, she has developed regulation skills that help her find healthy outlets to express her emotions and communicate her thoughts and feelings more effectively.

Emerge helped Remi open new doors, and your support gives children like her the tools and opportunities to keep growing and thriving.

Please give today: igfn.us/form/97RDBg