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Become a LifeChanger

You care deeply about your family. If you're ready to strengthen your home, prioritize education, and build a more stable future, Ascend can help.

  • 100% free program

  • Applications open year-round

Check Your Fit

Is Ascend Right For You?

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    An Ascension Parish resident

    Ascend serves families who live in Ascension Parish.

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    A parent of a primary-aged child

    You have at least one primary school-aged child, age 3 and up.

Could you benefit from learning and applying practical skills to:

  • Strengthen your family

  • Prioritize education

  • Manage your money more effectively

If you can answer yes, Ascend may be the next step for you.

Why we call them LifeChangers

Our participants are called LifeChangers because they choose to invest in their lives by applying knowledge learned, making changes, and opening up opportunities for their future.

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Participants can earn up to

$1,000

Through incentive-based milestones

A real head start.

The incentive is for commitment, growth, and showing up consistently throughout the program. It's designed to help families move toward the goals they set, including:

Paying off debt

Long-term stability

Covering education expenses

Financial breathing room

Apply Now

2026-2027 LifeChanger Application

Ascend LifeChangers are parents that aim to grow in life and desire support for themselves and their families in three core areas: Family Relationships, Education and Money Management.  We're excited that you want to take this one-year life-changing journey with us!