chevron gulf of mexico business unit 2017 social investment report

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1 chevron gulf of mexico business unit 2017 social investment report

2 message from VP a message from our vice president industry overview business unit overview environment education universities economic festivals sports health human energy testimonials Chevron is most successful when the communities where we live and operate are thriving. The Gulf of Mexico Business Unit maintains partnerships with the community to improve livelihoods and boost economic development. Our commitment to deliver reliable and affordable energy has empowered our presence on the Gulf Coast for more than 80 years. And this behavior is embedded in the hallmark of our Company s performance over 100 years: The Chevron Way. The Chevron Way endures as the fundamental expression of our company s core values-the essential statement of who we are, what we believe, how we achieve, and where we aspire to go. And our values guide our business in a socially and environmentally responsible manner, respecting the law and universal human rights to benefit the communities where we work. A large part of our success can be attributed to respecting the cultures where we operate. We deliver highperformance results while maintaining the trust of our partners and operating with the highest ethical standards. And we achieved our performance through the right people, right partnerships, and right technology, while placing the highest priority on the health and safety of our workforce and protection of our assets, communities, and the environment. In the Gulf of Mexico region, we have demonstrated our behavior through Chevron s community programs and volunteering opportunities offered to help our community prosper. Because communities need to be part of transforming ordinary relationships into more collaborative partnerships to promote common goals and outcomes. This effort will keep evolving as we continue collaborating for a better future. Mark Hatfield Vice President Gulf of Mexico Business Unit 1

3 industry overview business unit overview Louisiana is the No. 2 producer of crude oil and the No. 4 producer of natural gas. 262,000 Louisianians work in and alongside the industry each day. The oil and gas industry contributed $2.8 billion in taxes and fees to the federal government in 2017, and $689 million in direct state taxes and fees. Revenue generated by oil and gas activity will fund more than 50 percent of Louisiana s coastal restoration efforts in the state s 2019 fiscal year. Supporting Our Industry The Grow Louisiana Coalition (GLAC) rallies behind Louisiana s oil and natural gas industry, demonstrating that the industry is vital to Louisiana s economic future and the way of life of nearly 300,000 Louisianians. GLAC works daily to reach the public and elected leaders at the local level to advocate for a productive business climate in Louisiana and a viable future for citizens. Visit for more information. Chevron Gulf of Mexico Business Unit s vision is to be the premier energy company in the Gulf of Mexico delivering industry leading returns with Operational Excellence. In 2017, the Gulf of Mexico Business Unit, based in Covington, Louisiana, combined with the Houston-based Deepwater Exploration and Projects Business Unit. The new, dual-located Gulf of Mexico Business Unit (GOMBU) is headquartered in Covington and builds upon both legacy organizations history of innovation and achievement to deliver industry-leading results with an unwavering commitment to Operational Excellence. As part of that commitment, we believe in cultivating strong partnerships with local civic and charitable organizations to understand their needs, collaborate to develop solutions, and create positive change in the communities where we live and work. Our investments in the areas of education, environmental sustainability, economic development, and health and social well-being seek to eliminate barriers to economic growth and improve the quality of life in our communities. In this report, you ll learn more about the people, programs, and projects that help us fuel the social and economic vitality of our home. 2 3

4 environment Chevron believes that protecting the environment is compatible with meeting the Gulf Coast region s energy needs. 4

5 6 LSU Coastal Sustainability Studio The Louisiana State University Coastal Sustainability Studio (LSU CSS) fosters interdisciplinary collaboration between scientists, engineers, designers, and planners to research and develop solutions for critical issues facing coastal communities. The resulting findings inform the coastal restoration planning efforts of the state s decision makers. LSU CSS partnership with Chevron has enabled further research efforts and education in support of Louisiana s Coastal Master Plan, the state-mandated comprehensive plan outlining efforts to achieve coastal restoration and protection for Louisiana. Responding to Natural Disasters In the aftermath of the historic Louisiana floods of 2016, LSU CSS partnered with federal and state agencies to develop recovery and resilience-building workshops to aid impacted communities. Chevron s longstanding support enabled LSU CSS to provide immediate response and resources following this devastating natural disaster. With Chevron s support, LSU CSS hosted the Louisiana Community Resilience Institute (LCRI) Recovery and Resiliency Workshop August 16 18, 2017, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, for the six officials from Louisiana communities impacted by the August 2016 flooding: Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome of Baton Rouge, Mayor Darnell Waites of Baker, Mayor Michael Lambert of Sorrento, Ouachita Parish Police Juror Jack Clampit, Tangipahoa Parish President Robby Miller, and Mayor David McCreary of Livingston. During the LCRI Recovery & Resilience workshop, these elected officials worked with nationally-renowned planning, architecture, landscape architecture, hazard mitigation, development, and engineering professionals to develop projects to help their flooded communities approach recovery challenges through resilient community design. Expanding Coastal Research Leveraging its 2017 Chevron support, LSU CSS sought and was awarded $3 million in funding from the Gulf Research Program of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation which aim to enhance the science and practice of resilience in coastal communities located in the Gulf of Mexico region. CSS leads the multidisciplinary research team comprised of faculty from 10 areas of study and hailing from Louisiana Sea Grant, University of New Orleans and several LSU research units: CSS, Center for Coastal Resiliency, Life Course and Aging Center, and Center for River Studies. The three-year project, Inland from the Coast: A Multi-Scalar Approach to Regional Climate Change Responses, seeks to improve understanding of inland-coastal environmental conditions and vulnerabilities; determine indicators of community health and wellbeing; and develop best practices in design and planning for reducing risk and increasing adaptive capacity. Educating the Next Generation In January the exhibition Shifting Foundations, designed by CSS at the LSU Center for River Studies will open to the public. This partnership between CPRA and LSU highlights key elements of the Coastal Masterplan and the tremendous research to protect and restore the coast. Through its Watch the Delta Grow Partnership with Louisiana Sea Grant and the Coastal Roots conservation program, CSS helped guide hands-on learning experiences at two Louisiana capital-area events the Ebb & Flow Arts Festival and Ocean Commotion where approximately 2,000 children learned about the ocean, Louisiana coast, and Mississippi River Delta. 7

6 Audubon Nature Institute Audubon Nature Institute is a family of parks and museums in New Orleans, Louisiana, dedicated to nature. Through its conservation and education programs, Audubon makes a meaningful impact on wildlife in Louisiana and around the world. For more than 35 years, Chevron has partnered with Audubon on a range of projects at Audubon Zoo, Audubon Louisiana Nature Center, and Audubon Park. Chevron also supports the Gulf of Mexico Gallery at Audubon Aquarium of the Americas, which highlights the coexistence of environment and industry to more than one million visitors each year. Coastal Wildlife Network Audubon s Coastal Wildlife Network works in coordination with Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries to respond to calls of marine wildlife injury and stranding. Audubon is certified by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and serves as the only entity in Louisiana to rehabilitate live marine mammals and sea turtles. With Chevron s support, Audubon animal care experts are on call around the clock to respond to wildlife calls. AquaVan For more than two decades, Chevron has supported Audubon s AquaVan, a vehicle custom-designed to showcase aquatic life at local schools, libraries, summer camps, and community events. In 2017, more than 13,500 Louisiana students learned about animals from a variety of aquatic and semi-aquatic habitats, including rainforests, swamps and oceans. Whooping Crane Breeding Program Audubon s Freeport-McMoRan Audubon Species Survival Center is one of only a few facilities in the United States working to repopulate the whooping crane, which is one of the world s most endangered birds. In cooperation with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries and with the support of Chevron, Audubon is increasing its capacity to breed, hatch, and rear chicks to supplement the wild whooping crane population. Whitney Zoo-To-Do Celebrating its 40th year, Whitney Zoo-To-Do has generated more than $32 million for Zoo projects. With Chevron s support, the 2017 event highlighted the Jaguar Jungle expansion at Audubon Zoo, taking guests on an adventure through a recreated archeological dig in the Mayan ruins to learn about and observe nocturnal species. 8

7 The Louisiana Wildlife Fisheries Foundation The Coastal Conservation Association of Louisiana The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Foundation was formed to provide a means for individuals and corporations to become partners with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) in the challenge of conserving and protecting Louisiana s wildlife and fish resources to ensure they remain available for future generations. LDWF identifies conservation issues and develops solutions that can be implemented through strategic partnerships with companies like Chevron. The Coastal Conservation Association of Louisiana (CCA Louisiana) works to educate the public on marine resource conservation and to enhance coastal resources for the enjoyment of future generations. With Chevron s support, CCA Louisiana attracts more than 13,000 fishing enthusiasts to Louisiana waters for the Statewide Tournament and Anglers Rodeo, which serves as a strong economic driver in south Louisiana s summer months. Whooping Crane Reintroduction Coastal Conservation through Artificial Reefs 10 As recently as 1941, only 16 whooping cranes existed in total, bringing the species to the brink of extinction due to habitat loss, farming, and hunting. Several of these birds called southwest Louisiana home, and others used Louisiana land as wintering grounds. Today, the Foundation and LDWF are leaders in whooping crane conservation work, and through a multifaceted partnership with Chevron and the Audubon Nature Institute, monitor whooping crane nests and chicks, track the status and health of the crane population, and educate the public on respecting Louisiana s wildlife resources. In November 2017, 12 juvenile whooping cranes were released into LDWF Rockefeller Wildlife Refuge in Grand Chenier as part of an ongoing effort to protect the species from extinction. The juvenile cranes join 49 other whooping cranes that are a part of an experimental population being monitored by LDWF. Today, there are approximately 400 whooping cranes in the wild and more than 150 individual cranes residing in research and wildlife facilities. CCA Louisiana and Chevron have partnered to create several artificial reefs along coastal Louisiana made from crushed concrete and limestone. These manmade reefs contribute to coastal restoration, reestablish habitat for local marine life, and serve as popular recreational fishing destinations. In 2017, Chevron and CCA Louisiana partnered on the construction of an enhancement to the Point Mast Reef in Lake Pelto, the southwestern portion of Terrebonne Bay, Louisiana. This was the second enhancement to the original Point Mast reef, constructed by the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries in An additional 3,500 tons of crushed limestone was added by CCA Louisiana in This project marks the third reef-building collaboration between CCA Louisiana and Chevron and is the 22nd artificial reef overall to be built by CCA Louisiana. In total, CCA has constructed more than $8 million in marine habitat projects on the Louisiana coast. This addition will be comprised of approximately 1200 tons of crushed limestone and will create between two and three acres of new reef habitat on the site. 11

8 Ducks Unlimited Ducks Unlimited (DU) is the world s leader in wetland conservation, with more than 14 million acres of North American wetlands conserved to date. Based on extensive research, monitoring, and evaluation and with support from companies like Chevron DU focuses on conservation through restoring grasslands, replanting forests, and educating landowners on the wetland-based migratory patterns of wildlife. Cameron Parish Creole Marsh Project In 2017, Chevron s support of the Creole Marsh Project enabled construction of a multi-bay water control structure near Creole, LA to manage more than 11,000 acres of marsh habitat, resulting in an increase in coastal marshland with additional storm surge protection. After construction, the large multibay water control structure will be turned over to the local gravity drainage district in Cameron Parish. Bay Denesse Delta Management The Bay Denesse Delta Management project, located in Plaquemines Parish, helps combat the overall net loss of wetlands within the Breton Sound Basin, increases protection for coastal communities, provides important habitat for waterfowl, fisheries and other wildlife, and supports the natural resource-based economy and culture of Louisiana. DU restored approximately 2,550 acres of coastal marsh to increase the flow of sediment-laden river water into the open waters of Bay Denesse, and constructed marsh terraces to facilitate sediment capture and marsh accretion. South Louisiana Wetlands Discovery Center The South Louisiana Wetlands Discovery Center (SLWDC) works to ensure the survival of south Louisiana s culture and workforce by educating the public about Louisiana s coastline and emphasizing the importance of adaptation when it comes to coastal living. Coastal Classroom Series Chevron supports SLWDC s Coastal Classroom Series, a STEM-based program that educates local students on coastal land loss and restoration issues, using Louisiana s Coastal Master Plan as the foundation. 13

9 The Nature Conservancy in Louisiana and Mississippi Through its work in all 50 states and 72 countries, The Nature Conservancy (TNC) works with communities to conserve land and water and build a more sustainable coast. Founded in 1987, TNC s Louisiana chapter collaborates with partners like Chevron to increase sustainability of coastal communities and habitat. Through community-based conservation, education, and outreach, TNC Louisiana works to protect critical marsh that supports fish and wildlife diversity and helps to ensure the safety of coastal communities. The Water Institute of the Gulf The Water Institute is a not-for-profit, independent applied research and technical services institution with a mission to help coastal and deltaic communities thoughtfully prepare for an uncertain future. Through an integrated and inter-disciplinary approach, the Water Institute s work helps to create more resilient communities, thriving economies, and a healthy environment. Supporting the Working Coast: Port Fourchon, Louisiana Living Shoreline Oyster Reef Restoration Chevron is a major supporter of TNC s continuing work to conserve oyster reefs, which are vital to the protection of Louisiana s coastline. Oyster reefs serve as living shorelines, offering structure to the shoreline, protection against storm surge and coastal erosion, and valuable habitat for fish, shellfish, and oysters. TNC has been working since 2014 to construct oyster restoration and shoreline protection projects in southwest Louisiana. In 2017, TNC and Chevron collaborated to expand the living shoreline program along the Sabine National Wildlife Refuge in Calcasieu Parish, adding 500 linear feet, and catalyzing a project that was ultimately a mile in length. This project brought the total to six miles of established artificial oyster reef statewide. Port Fourchon is Louisiana s southernmost port, located 100 miles south of New Orleans. The Port supplies the U.S. with approximately 18 percent of its total oil supply. More than 250 companies utilize Port Fourchon as a base of operations and contribute over 90 percent of the Gulf of Mexico s deepwater oil production. As Port Fourchon continues to grow, there are plans to deepen the Port s access channel, which could yield more than 20 million cubic yards of dredged sediment. The Water Institute has created a public-private-ngo partnership with Chevron and other organizations to determine the best natural way to use the dredged material by orchestrating the testing and prioritization of a variety of ecosystems projects including marsh creation, marsh terracing, and ridge restoration. This, in turn, will help the Port, local communities, Chevron, and others develop site-specific, cost-effective mitigation strategies and projects to fight the impacts of ongoing land loss. The project will conclude in May 2018, and will serve as a model of collaborative coastal planning and shared funding along the Gulf Coast, across the country, and likely around the world

10 education Chevron is proud to invest in educational programs that improve access to handson science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education programs. We support educational standards, proven curricula, and teacher professional development to foster bright young talent for the future workforce and healthy economic growth for the country. 16

11 Bayou Civic Club STEM Camp The Bayou Civic Club in Larose, Louisiana, hosts a 10-week summer camp each year to provide a safe and friendly environment for local kids ages 5 to 13 to play and learn during summer vacation. Students engage in a different hands-on experiment each week to inspire an interest in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). As part of camp programming, community leaders and professionals are invited to speak to campers on a variety of cultural, educational, and recreational topics. The National WWII Museum The National WWII Museum is the top-rated tourist destination in New Orleans, offering an unforgettable way to experience WWII through sweeping narrative and poignant personal detail, immersive exhibits, multimedia experiences, and an expansive collection of artifacts and oral histories. Since 2000, the Museum has hosted more than 5 million visitors, including nearly 800,000 teachers and students. Annual Robotics Challenge The National WWII Museum Robotics Challenge is an opportunity for students in fourth to eighth grades to participate in STEM-based activities to solve historical scenarios from WWII. Open to both established teams and newcomers, the annual competition emphasizes innovation, teamwork, community, and cooperation using the LEGO Mindstorm system. The 2017 Robotics Challenge theme was Monuments Men, celebrating the dedication, creativity, and courage of those who worked to protect Europe s cultural heritage during WWII. In 2017, 37 teams programmed their robots to identify, protect and restore cultural artifacts and landmarks. 18

12 Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeast Louisiana The Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeast Louisiana (BGC SELA) believes that every child deserves a great future. For more than 50 years, BGC SELA programs and activities have helped local youth achieve academic success, live a healthy lifestyle, and demonstrate good character and citizenship. In 2017, BGC SELA served more than 1,300 students in the Covington, Gretna, New Orleans, and Slidell clubs, more than 80 percent of whom live in poverty. Students who participate in Boys & Girls Clubs programs are more likely to: Believe school work is meaningful Graduate on time from high school Expect to attend college Volunteer regularly in the community Be physically active five or more days per week Hoops for Kids The Hoops for Kids 3-on-3 basketball tournament is an annual fundraising event benefitting BGC SELA s Covington Club, located near Chevron s Gulf of Mexico headquarters in Covington. In 2017, more than $20,000 was raised to support the Club s after school programs focused on academic enrichment, the arts, technology, health and life skills, character and citizenship, and sports and fitness activities for members age 6 to 18. Of the Covington Club s members, 99 percent will graduate from high school and 73 percent will complete a post-secondary education program. In addition to volunteering at the annual Hoops for Kids event, Chevron employees regularly volunteer with homework assistance, mentoring, and outdoor activities. After-school and Summer Programs BGC SELA s after-school programs support academic success, encourage healthy lifestyles, and promote good character and leadership skills. Chevron is proud to support BGC SELA s after school and summer programming, where Club kids can enjoy all the elements of the ultimate Club experience: a safe environment, fun and a sense of belonging, supportive relationships, opportunities, expectations, and recognition. After school and summer programs include Power Hour homework assistance, Money Matter financial literacy lessons, Healthy Habits nutritional programs, fitness activities, social recreation and sports, drug and alcohol prevention programs, STEM education programs, arts programming, and a variety of educational and cultural field trips. Teaching Garden Through a partnership with BGC SELA, the American Heart Association, and Chevron, the Covington Club is now home to a Teaching Garden, a real-life learning laboratory that directly addresses the nationwide issue of childhood obesity while teaching students how to plant seeds, nurture growing plants, harvest produce, and ultimately understand the value of good eating habits. Garden-themed lessons teach nutrition, math, and science while providing an opportunity for kids to work with their hands and have fun. 21

13 Delgado Community College Delgado Community College supports economic growth in south Louisiana by training the skilled workforce that the region s industries depend on to deliver quality products and services. Delgado graduates who complete associate degree programs, certificates, technical training, and on the job internships are prepared for careers in highdemand, high-wage industries and contribute to the economic growth in the region. Technical Skills Expo The two-day Technical Skills Expo at Delgado Community College provides Greater New Orleans high school students direct exposure to in-depth demonstrations and career information about the automotive, carpentry, electrical, industrial maintenance, instrumentation, machining, and welding industries. In 2017, more than 800 students attended the Technical Skills Expo to learn about the following programs: Fab Lab NOLA Fab Lab NOLA located at Delgado Community College provides K-12 students, postsecondary students, local small business owners, and community leaders opportunities to innovate, design, and create using stateof-the-art laser cutters, 3D printers, vinyl cutters, and milling machines. Fab Lab visitors can partake in guided exploration and free experimentation to learn about STEM-based fabrication and invention. Automotive Electrical Water & Waste Water Technology Instrumentation and Control Wastewater Management Welding

14 New Orleans Center for Creative Arts Since its founding in 1973, the New Orleans Center for Creative Arts (NOCCA) has become one of the country s preeminent creative learning institutions at the high school level. Its alumni are renowned cultural leaders. Students attend NOCCA from across southeast Louisiana, either half-day for intensive arts learning or full-day for integrated arts and academic learning. The Academic Studio prepares students for college and post-secondary success, while furthering their development as artists and intellectuals through hands-on learning that encourages critical and interdisciplinary thinking. Chevron is proud to support NOCCA and the Academic Studio, ranked among the top openenrollment academic programs in Louisiana. Project Lead the Way Project Lead the Way (PLTW) develops transformative STEM curricula and learning experiences for more than 2.5 million K-12 students and more than 10,500 schools across the U.S. Since 2011, the collaboration between Chevron and PLTW in Louisiana has resulted in support for implementing and sustaining PLTW programs at more than 50 under-resourced elementary, middle, and high schools in five parishes. Pop-Up Science Museum At the Full STEAM Ahead: NOCCA Sciences Pop-Up Museum, sponsored by Chevron, NOCCA s Integrated Sciences department shares a wide array of science, technology, engineering, the arts, and math (STEAM) experiments, projects, and lessons with more than 200 students and educators from across the region. Academic Studio students demonstrate the creativity behind math and science, while educators receive lesson plans for hands-on projects to share with their students. The Pop-Up Science Museum engages students in the excitement of math and science through discovery and experimentation while sharing NOCCA s innovative STEAM pedagogy. Partnering with Local School Boards Chevron partners with select schools and school boards in the parishes and counties where we operate to support professional development for educators, including specialized training, formal education, and advanced professional learning opportunities, to help educators improve their professional knowledge, competence, skill, and effectiveness in teaching STEM-related subjects. 24

15 Fuel Your School Urban League 26 Chevron s Fuel Your School (FYS) program makes a positive difference in communities by funding materials and supplies for local public schools through DonorsChoose.org. Every year in October, consumers are encouraged to fill up their tanks at Chevron or Texaco stations. For every fill-up, Chevron donates $1 up to a total of $1 million to help fund materials and supplies for local public schools. Since its inception in 2010, FYS has raised more than $37 million to fund nearly 40,000 classroom projects for 25,900 teachers in 5,000 public schools across the U.S. In 2017, FYS funded more than 1,400 projects in Houston; 421 in New Orleans; 70 in Pascagoula, Miss.; and 156 in Mobile, Ala.; engaging a total of more than 238,400 students in 850 schools in the Gulf Coast region. $1 was donated for fill-ups of 8 or more gallons during October at participating Chevron and Texaco stations in 17 U.S. communities 1 to help fund public school classroom projects on DonorsChoose.org. $351,095 IN PROJECT FUNDING IN 2017 $2,306,589 IN PROJECT FUNDING SINCE SCHOOLS 421 TEACHERS 41,958 STUDENTS MOST REQUESTED STEM ITEMS BUILDING & SCIENCE KITS Fuel Your School is part of Chevron s overall support for education, which has totaled over $340 million worldwide since In 2017, the program was available in parts of Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, California, Florida, Idaho, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oregon, Texas, and Utah, with the help of local Chevron and Texaco marketers and retailers in seven markets. 2. The program included St. Bernard and Vermilion parishes in 2013, 2014, and The program also included East Baton Rouge Parish in 2014 and The Urban League of Louisiana assists African Americans and other communities seeking equity to secure economic self-reliance, parity, and civil rights through programs focusing on education, youth development, workforce and economic development, public policy, and advocacy initiatives. In May 2017, eight Project Ready students simultaneously graduated from Landry-Walker High School (New Orleans), and Nunez Community College (Chalmette). Two students received the Associate of Applied Science in Industrial Technology, three students received the Certificate of Technical Studies in Electrical Construction, and three students received the Certificate of Technical Studies in Welding. All eight students were recognized for their accomplishments at a June 2017 New Orleans City Council Meeting. You meet so many people in this program, and every one of them leads you in the direction of a successful life, said Jomyra Mathis, 18, a Project Ready student who graduated with honors from Nunez Community College with an Associate s Degree in Applied Science in Industrial Technology, just two weeks after earning her high school diploma. Mathis is currently working towards her Bachelor of Science Degree in petroleum engineering at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Pictured left to right: Erika McConduit, President/CEO, Urban League of Louisiana; Evelyn Jackson, Director, Urban League Project Ready; Theronae Armstrong, Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) in Electrical Construction; Mya Cooley, CTS in Electrical Construction; Jomyra Mathis, Associate of Applied Science in Industrial Technology; René Lewis-Carter, CEO, Algiers Charter School Association. Project Ready 2.0 With support from Chevron, the Urban League of Louisiana s Project Ready 2.0 (Project Ready) provides high school students with academic support and career skills development to prepare them for long-term success in college, career, and life. Through its college and career preparatory programming during in-school and out-of-school time, Project Ready currently serves over 200 students enrolled in two partner high schools in New Orleans and Baton Rouge. Among the services and supports offered to Project Ready students are dual enrollment courses; college and Behind the Business tours; college and career advising; academic support; exposure to science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) activities; and mentoring. 27

16 New Orleans Recreation Development Commission Teen Programs The New Orleans Recreation Development Commission (NORD) teen programs provide diverse academic, professional, and enrichment-based programming throughout the year. Chevron Future Leaders The Chevron Future Leaders program is an innovative leadership development program offered by NORD and proudly supported by Chevron. Designed to prepare future leaders for post-high school success in both college and the workplace, this program focuses on skills development and early career exploration for young adults from schools across the city. The ambitious curriculum exposes future leaders to qualities of successful business and community leaders and addresses topics such as public speaking, fine dining etiquette, entrepreneurship, environmental awareness, and career pathways. In order to participate in the program, students must maintain a 2.5 or greater GPA and submit two letters of recommendation along with a 250-word essay on leadership. NORD Teen Council The NORD Teen Council is a year-long, enrichment-based curriculum that empowers teens through event planning, character development, and monthly recreation opportunities. Participants also earn service hours through teen-oriented social action and community service projects. 29

17 The Lake Pontchartrain Basin Maritime Museum The Lake Pontchartrain Basin Maritime Museum (LPBMM) is an educational nonprofit organization whose mission is to preserve the history, culture, and importance of the Lake Pontchartrain Basin, the lower Mississippi River Basin, and the Gulf Coast of Louisiana. Aquatic Robotics Summer Camp For three weeks each summer, LPBMM s Aquatic Robotics summer camp program introduces students ages 11 to 15 to modern maritime technology. During the weeklong camp, participants learn about the Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) industry, observe ROV demonstrations, perform hands-on STEM activities, travel to maritime industry sites for ROV demos, and build and test their own ROV. Students from six parishes and four states have participated in the summer program since Summer Engineering Experience for Kids The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Summer Engineering Experience for Kids (SEEK) program is the society s signature, national initiative designed to expose students from underrepresented communities to STEM fields. It s a free, three-week engineering immersion program proven to increase students aptitude in math and science and their interest in engineering. SEEK students engage in interactive, team-based engineering and technology projects led by NSBE collegiate students and industry professionals who serve as instructors, mentors, and program facilitators. Within each class, students are split into smaller groups in which they engage in applied engineering by building and coding their own prototypes. Students learn about the engineering design process, corresponding vocabulary, and the math and science principles involved in making the prototypes work. On Friday of each week (Competition Friday), students showcase their content knowledge and prototype designs. Now, eleven years running, SEEK has impacted over 21,700 students across the U.S. through programs operating in over 16 U.S. cities. Since 2012, Chevron has been the proud sponsor of SEEK New Orleans, which has benefited over 1,000 local students. Annually, more than 30 Chevron employees volunteer during the Competition Friday events.

18 Investing in Colleges and Universities Chevron s University Partnership and Association Relations program works with colleges and universities around the world to develop talented students and teachers and help achieve a more technically proficient global workforce. The program provides strategic support, including scholarships, grants, funding for faculty positions, department gifts, and laboratory upgrades. Chevron believes these educational partnerships to be strategic investments in the economic development of local communities and the future of the energy business. University of Houston Chevron s partnership with the University of Houston supports the schools of Business, Engineering, and Natural Sciences. The University of Houston s Program for Mastery of Engineering Studies (PROMES) focuses on the recruitment, retention, and academic development of students in the Cullen College of Engineering. In 2017, Chevron s leading support of PROMES was recognized by the University as having made a measurable impact in advancing the success rate of participating students. Louisiana State University 32 For more than 50 years, Chevron has partnered with Louisiana State University (LSU) to provide opportunities for top students to further develop leadership skills necessary to excel in the workplace. In 2017, Chevron s funding supported more than 30 programs, student organizations, and colleges, including the E. J. Ourso College of Business, College of Engineering, College of Science, Division of Student Affairs, Veteran Affairs, Career Services, Summer Scholars Program, and 15 student organizations. In the same year, Chevron and LSU created the university-wide Chevron Energy Leaders Scholarship program, providing programmatic and financial support to students in business, engineering, and science degree programs. More than 600 LSU alumni work for Chevron globally. Rice University Chevron has partnered with Rice University for more than 50 years, supporting programs including the Energy and Environment Initiative, Jones Graduate School of Business, Baker Institute for Public Policy, and the Brown School of Engineering s Oshman Engineering Design Kitchen, a 20,000-square foot facility where undergraduate engineering students can design, prototype, and deploy solutions to real-world engineering challenges. Chevron also supported student organizations, including the Society of Women Engineers, Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, National Society of Black Engineers, Engineers Without Borders, and Rice Society for Women in Computer Science. More than 240 Rice alumni worked for Chevron in Mississippi State University Chevron has partnered with Mississippi State University (MSU) for more than a decade. In 2017, Chevron s investment in MSU supported several initiatives in the Bagley College of Engineering, including a new teaching lab, academic and study abroad scholarships, and the Chevron Engineering Transfer Program, which supports minority engineering students transferring into the university. Funding for MSU also benefits the Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College s undergraduate engineering program, the result of a collaborative solution to the rising need for engineers in Gulf Coast states by the year

19 University of New Orleans Tulane University Chevron is proud to support the University of New Orleans College of Engineering in their effort to provide quality undergraduate and graduate engineering programs that meet the needs of Louisiana s growing industries. Through its partnership for the academic year, Chevron s funding will also support student organizations and scholarships. University of Louisiana at Lafayette The University of Louisiana at Lafayette (ULL) College of Engineering prepares students to be professionals and leaders through exceptional academic programs. Chevron is proud to support ULL Engineering student activities, lab equipment, and projects within the petroleum and facilities engineering programs. Tulane University s School of Science and Engineering Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering encourages students to perform innovative and highquality research that advances engineering solutions as applied to health, energy, and the environment. Chevron is proud to provide two student scholarships for the academic year. University of South Alabama The University of South Alabama (USA) College of Engineering acts as a catalyst for the economic and technological development of the Gulf Coast Region by preparing graduates for professional careers of lifelong learning and promoting the creation and dissemination of knowledge. Chevron is proud to support USA with scholarships for chemical, mechanical and electrical engineering programs, as well as support for the Society of Women Engineers and National Society of Black Engineers. TX University of Houston LA Louisiana State University MS AL Auburn University University of Alabama Mississippi State University University of South Alabama University of Alabama Auburn University The University of Alabama (UA) College of Engineering has 10 nationally-accredited undergraduate degree programs that drive innovation and collaboration. Chevron supports UA s mechanical, chemical, electrical, and civil engineering programs with scholarships. Additional support is provided to the UA chapters of the Society of Women Engineers and the National Society of Black Engineers. Auburn University s Samuel Ginn College of Engineering provides students access to worldrenowned faculty and groundbreaking technologies to achieve success. Chevron is proud to support the College s chemical, mechanical, electrical and minority engineering programs, as well as the Auburn 100+ Women Strong, an alumni organization focusing on recruiting, retaining, and rewarding outstanding female students. University of Louisiana at Lafayette Rice University University of New Orleans Tulane University 34 35

20 economic development Chevron supports programs that help communities thrive by positively impacting job growth, incomes and livelihoods, and promoting the region s one-of-a-kind culture and history. 36

21 Greater New Orleans, Inc. Greater New Orleans Foundation Greater New Orleans, Inc. (GNO, Inc.) is the regional economic development alliance that supports business development, workforce development, small business capacity building, and other issues related to the largely coastal 10-parish region. Chevron s multi-year partnership with GNO, Inc. has resulted in an increase of Louisiana s skilled workforce, more contract opportunities for local minority- and womenowned businesses, and engagement of future leaders in the region. The mission of the Greater New Orleans Foundation (GNOF) is to drive positive impact through philanthropy, leadership, and action. GNOF s core values inform its ongoing practice of building the capacity of nonprofits making strategic discretionary grants aimed at systems change; and implementing dynamic programs that address issues of economic opportunity, equity, and sustainability. GNO Career Guide In the next decade, the Greater New Orleans economy will need to fill 78,000 STEM jobs in skilled trades, applied sciences, and technology that require training beyond high school, but less than a four-year degree. Through collaboration with Chevron, GNO, Inc. developed a Career Guide providing information on our region s six key economic sectors: advanced manufacturing, international trade, energy and petrochemical, digital media, environmental management, and biosciences. Each guide gives an overview of potential jobs within the industry, a career map listing educational and training requirements, and salary expectations. Approximately 600 career guides have been distributed to education and workforce development partners in all 10-parishes GNO, Inc. serves (Orleans, Jefferson, Plaquemines, St. Bernard, St. James, St. Charles, St. John the Baptist, Tangipahoa, St. Tammany, and Washington). Emerge Summit GNO, Inc. s inaugural EMERGE Summit, sponsored by Chevron, featured 21 thought leaders from across the U.S. presenting on topics including leadership, business development, and marketing. More than 200 attendees attended the Summit and learned about navigating challenges facing young leaders, leveraging natural talents in the workplace, effective negotiation strategies, and more. The Executive Director Intensive Nonprofit executives from the Greater New Orleans region convened at the Chevron Learning Center at GNOF s Center for Philanthropy in New Orleans. Throughout three days, leaders received expert instruction on ways to improve their nonprofits ability to deliver programs that help the community. Tackling issues such as effective management, board governance, strategic planning, and fundraising, executive directors became better equipped to harness their human energy to make our communities better. Pitch It! GNOF s innovative Pitch It! competition, presented in partnership with Chevron, encourages human service organizations to rethink and reframe how they provide services to their communities. Utilizing a competitive submission process, three nonprofit organizations were selected to pitch their ideas to a panel of community leaders, including Chevron staff. All participants receive guidance and feedback from GNOF s Organizational Effectiveness team to win the critical capital they can use to grow their programs. While three finalists compete for the top $25,000 prize, all receive funding to implement their projects. The 2017 Pitch It! competition prize was earned by Rising Foundations/The First 72+ for their concept to create a Pay It Forward Communal Loan Fund to convert debt into an opportunity to build credit for previously incarcerated individuals

22 The Southern Region Minority Supplier Development Council The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Louisiana The Southern Region Minority Supplier Development Council (SRMSDC) was founded in 1973 to assist large buying entities with developing, enhancing, and expanding their small business utilization programs by integrating minority business enterprises into their procurement processes. SRMSDC provides the only nationally-recognized ethnic minority business certification in Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, and Mississippi, connecting business owners with corporate members representing many of America s largest publicly- and privately-owned companies. Contractor Workshop Series Louisiana is on track to receive substantial funding for coastal restoration efforts. Through a collaboration between Greater New Orleans, Inc., SRMSDC and Chevron, local minority-owned businesses can now participate in a series of online workshops exploring opportunities to participate in future coastal restoration projects. Each workshop explores a different topic about coastal restoration, including an overview of Louisiana s coastal issues, a look at the various stakeholders and organizations leading the effort, and the type of work involved in the process. The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Louisiana (HCCL) facilitates business growth and networking opportunities among members of the Hispanic business community in Louisiana. Chevron proudly supports HCCL by participating in its Small Business Forum and Trade Show, Hispanic Business Training & Development Center, Small Business Breakfast Series, and the U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Town Hall Meeting and Business Seminar. Bilingual Workforce Training & Business Development Center In January 2017, with Chevron s support, HCCL opened the Bilingual Workforce Training & Business Development Center in Kenner, Louisiana. The Center provides programs supporting economic growth, development, and promotion of education within the Hispanic community through language classes, business development seminars, and job placement assistance. In its first year of operation, nearly 60 percent of program participants either found employment or continued their education through vocational training. Women s Business Enterprise Council South For more than 20 years, the Women s Business Enterprise Council South has worked to advance and enhance business opportunities between corporations and women-owned businesses through certification programs, education, and professional growth opportunities

23 Northshore Community Foundation Since 2007, the Northshore Community Foundation has worked to unite human and financial resources to enhance the quality of life in the Northshore region, where Chevron s Gulf of Mexico headquarters are located. Since 2014, Chevron has partnered with the Northshore Community Foundation to support its civic leadership efforts, cultural programs for thousands of the region s citizens, and after school and summer programs for the community s most at-risk youth. Civic Leadership Initiative With Chevron s support in 2017, the Northshore Community Foundation expanded on its Civic Leadership Initiatives by collaborating with the multiple organizations working to maximize economic development in St. Tammany Parish. Alongside eight partner organizations including St. Tammany Parish Government, St. Tammany Economic Development District, St. Tammany Economic Development Foundation, East St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce, West St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce, Northshore Business Council, and the St. Tammany Tourist Commission, the Foundation led an effort to consolidate messages, identify commonalities, and create a cohesive vision for the future of St. Tammany Parish. 42 The South Central Industrial Association The South Central Industrial Association (SCIA) is an economic engine representing more than 250 member companies based in Louisiana s bayou region that support the oil, gas, and marine operations in the Gulf of Mexico and around the world. Work It! Louisiana: Females Fueling our Workforce SCIA s Work It! Louisiana program is an awareness campaign designed to educate students and parents about technical education, career paths, and job opportunities available in south Louisiana. Females Fueling Our Workforce is a Work It! Louisiana event designed specifically for 10th-grade female students to hear from successful female oil and gas professionals on how to pursue a career in a STEM-related field. Each year, more than 1,000 students attend the event, and dozens of Chevron employees regularly volunteer as presenters. 43

24 St. Tammany Economic Development Foundation St. Tammany West Chamber of Commerce The St. Tammany Economic Development Foundation works to promote St. Tammany Parish as a business destination, attract new businesses and employment opportunities to the area, and improve residents quality of life by strengthening the local economy. To date, more than 130 companies have decided to locate or grow their operations within the Parish, resulting in nearly $100 million in economic impact and thousands of new jobs. The mission of the St. Tammany West Chamber of Commerce is to strengthen the business climate of west St. Tammany Parish by promoting the community s continued development and enhancing the economic vitality of the region. The Chamber provides peer-to-peer networking opportunities, educates the public on issues of importance, and advocates for favorable laws within the Louisiana legislature. Workforce Development Series The Workforce Development Series engages Louisiana business, education, nonprofit, and governmental partners in conversations about workforce needs, industry expectations, growth projections, and education expectations. As a result, statewide educators integrate material tailored to the fastest growing industries in the region so students can be prepared and equipped to enter the manufacturing, healthcare, information technology and digital media, and maritime and distribution/logistics industries. Leadercast St. Tammany Leadercast is the largest one-day leadership event in the world. Every year this event is held in Atlanta and simulcast to more than 100,000 people in hundreds of locations around the world. The leadership event brings together many recognized and respected global leaders and offers learning solutions and tools to equip individuals, teams, organizations, and corporations across all industries to become leaders who change the world. With support from Chevron, the St. Tammany West Chamber of Commerce hosts the annual Leadercast event in St. Tammany Parish, attracting more than 200 attendees each year. 44

25 Festivals Satchmo SummerFest Chevron supports local festivals and arts programs to inspire people, promote culture and tourism, celebrate diversity, stimulate economic growth, and fuel the social vitality of our community. Louisiana s tourism industry is thriving more than 100,000 jobs nearly $10 billion in state GDP over $1 billion in state and local tax revenue equating to 4% of the local economy Source: Louisiana Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism. Festivals are a major driver of the tourism industry in Louisiana. New Orleans alone hosts more than 100 festivals per year, drawing over two million attendees and generating more than $950 million in economic impact for the city. Satchmo SummerFest pays homage to Louis Satchmo Armstrong. Born in New Orleans in 1901, Armstrong revolutionized the jazz genre, transforming it into the jazz we know and love today and introducing it to the world. The three-day festival is held in the historic New Orleans French Quarter and showcases local music with a focus on contemporary and traditional jazz and brass bands. In addition to outdoor concerts, the more than 20,000 festival goers in attendance each year enjoy music history seminars, jazz exhibits, a jazz mass, and a second-line parade, in addition to festival food by some of New Orleans most notable restaurants. This well-attended summer festival is held during the first full weekend of August, contributing to economic development and tourism during New Orleans off-season summer months

26 French Quarter Festival Chevron STEAM Zone The Chevron STEAM Zone at French Quarter Festival draws thousands of kids and their parents each year, providing hands-on, interactive activities presented by local organizations and nonprofits. Each activity is designed to encourage an interest in science, technology, engineering, the arts, and math, while having family-friendly fun. The 2017 STEAM Zone featured activities by the Louisiana Nature Conservancy, Fab Lab NOLA at Delgado Community College, Audubon Institute, Project Lead the Way, the New Orleans Pelicans and more, focusing on the vital role of water in Louisiana s coastline. 48 The first French Quarter Festival was held in 1984 to attract residents back to the historic French Quarter after the World s Fair and extensive construction efforts in the area. Today, it is the largest free music festival in the South generating more than $100 million in total economic impact annually and has been consistently voted favorite festival, favorite food festival, and favorite event open to the public by locals. In 2017, more than 700,000 people attended the annual festival, with more than half traveling to New Orleans from across the country and around the world. The festival features more than 800 musicians on 23 stages, along with food from more than 65 of New Orleans finest restaurants. Chevron first partnered with French Quarter Festivals, Inc. in 2010 by sponsoring a musician and the Children s Headquarters. In 2013, Chevron became the presenting sponsor of the festival, serving in that capacity ever since, and growing the partnership to include several multifaceted components, including the Chevron STEAM Zone. In 2017, French Quarter Festival generated $196 million in economic impact to the community resulting from the event.

27 Best of the Bayou Festivals Acadiens et Créoles Best of the Bayou Music Festival transforms downtown Houma, Louisiana, into a two-day festival extravaganza, complete with local culinary creations, arts and culture, and local and nationally-acclaimed musical acts. Chevron is proud to sponsor this highly anticipated event that stimulates the tourism and economic development of the bayou region. Each October, Festivals Acadiens et Créoles is held in Lafayette, Louisiana, to celebrate the Cajun and Creole culture of Acadiana and draws thousands of people from across the country and around the world. It acts as three festivals in one the Festival de Musique Acadienne, Bayou Food Festival, and the Louisiana Craft Fair making it one of the largest free public events in Louisiana. At the 2017 Festivals Acadiens et Créoles Musicians Workshop tent, presented by Chevron, living legends of Cajun and Creole music congregated on stage and shared their knowledge with eager musicians, young and old

28 French Food Festival Rougarou Festival Named a Top 20 Event by the Southeast Tourism Society, the French Food Festival is a three-day event in Larose, Louisiana, touting the best in French-inspired Cajun food, live music, and local art, attracting more than 35,000 attendees each year. Among the more than two dozen food booths at the festival, crowd favorites include alligator sauce piquant, fried crab claws, shrimp boulettes, pork etoufée, seafood gumbo, and tarte a la bouille. The legend of the rougarou a creature with the head of a wolf and the body of a human has been handed down for many generations and used by south Louisiana parents as a bedtime tale of ill-fated children who don t behave. The annual Rougarou Festival, held in October, celebrates the rich folklore of Southeast Louisiana while showcasing the best of Louisiana culture: music, food, parades, and more, all with a spooky flair. The festival has been named one of the Top 10 Best Costume Parties in the U.S. by USA Today. Proceeds benefit the South Louisiana Wetlands Discovery Center

29 Plaquemines Parish Fair & Orange Festival Plaquemines Parish Seafood Festival Plaquemines Parish is known for its high-quality citrus produce, including Satsumas, navel oranges, and kumquats. Since 1947, the Plaquemines Parish Fair & Orange Festival has been a celebration of the citrus industry. Today, the three-day festival promotes the region s rich agricultural resources through live performances, seafood and citrus eating contests, carnival rides, and helicopter rides giving an overview of the Parish and the Mississippi River. The Plaquemines Parish Seafood Festival celebrates the region s renowned Gulf of Mexico seafood and rich culture while raising crucial funds for the Parish s nonprofit organizations. Since the festival s founding in 2005, more than $500,000 has been raised to benefit local organizations including the volunteer fire department, YMCA, Boys & Girls Clubs, and school groups. Attendees enjoy live music, local crafts, familyfriendly activities, and even crown a queen in the annual Seafood Queen Pageant

30 Sports Partnerships Through longstanding and multifaceted partnerships with professional sports teams in New Orleans, Chevron fuels regional economic development, multi-level educational opportunities, and engaging after-school athletics programs for kids. Changing the Lives of Local Youth: Giving Back to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeast Louisiana In July 2017, the New Orleans Pelicans, New Orleans Saints and, Chevron presented a $50,000 donation to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeast Louisiana. On hand to celebrate the occasion were New Orleans Pelicans Head Coach Alvin Gentry, Saints cornerback Delvin Breaux, team mascots Gumbo and Pierre the Pelican, and the Pelicans Dance Team members. In December 2017, more than 450 local Boys & Girls Club members were invited to the Ochsner Sports Performance Center for an annual holiday event, where they could play alongside Pelicans and Saints players, meet Santa Claus, and pick out a holiday gift. Employee Engagement As part of Chevron s multifaceted partnership with the New Orleans Saints and New Orleans Pelicans franchises, the Gulf of Mexico Business Unit receives tickets to every home game, which company leaders distribute to employees as part of Chevron s Recognition and Award program for outstanding contributions to the company s success. New Orleans Saints The New Orleans Saints football franchise was founded on Nov. 1, 1966, known as All Saints Day. For more than 50 years, the team has represented New Orleans and the Gulf Coast region and hosted more than 65,000 fans at each home game in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Chevron has strategically designed a partnership with the New Orleans Saints to align with our social performance guidelines, support our business continuity and growth, build relationships with key stakeholders, and enhance the economic and social vitality of the communities where we live and work. Today, the Saints and Chevron are committed in their joint efforts to bring impactful community and youth programs to the Greater New Orleans area. Teacher of the Week Program The Chevron Teacher of the Week Program honors Greater New Orleans public school educators who are committed to the development and education of children and making a difference in their communities. In addition to being featured on the New Orleans Saints website and social media channels, the Teacher of the Week receives two tickets and pre-game field passes to that week s game and is recognized in an in-game feature presentation to thousands of fans in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Since 2011, Chevron s Teacher of the Week program has honored 108 teachers from eight Louisiana parishes

31 Saints Kickoff Run Since 2013, the Saints Kickoff Run 5K presented by Chevron has encouraged fans to share in the glory of the gridiron the weekend before the start of regular season. More than 5,000 runners, joggers, and walkers begin the race at Champions Square and finish on the 50-yard line of the Mercedes-Benz Superdome, while being cheered on by team mascots Sir Saint and Gumbo. All participants enjoy a post-race party with live entertainment and refreshments. Proceeds from the Saints Kickoff Run 5K benefit local nonprofit organizations. Past recipients include The Louisiana Children s Museum and Friends of City Park. Saints Play Football Experience Chevron is proud to support the Saints Play Football Experience, a traveling football camp open to boys and girls ages 6 to 14 living in the Gulf Coast region. The Football Experience brings football fun to kids, taking them through several football drills paired with life skills messages on topics including education, exercise, and goal setting

32 New Orleans Pelicans The New Orleans Pelicans basketball franchise honors Louisiana heritage in many ways. The team is named after Louisiana s state bird, the brown pelican, and the team colors are navy, gold, and red, based on the city flag of New Orleans. The New Orleans text on the front of the jerseys is modeled after French Quarter street signs, and the team s city edition uniform colors are purple, green, and gold, paying homage to the state s annual Mardi Gras celebration. Chevron proudly partners with the New Orleans Pelicans to celebrate our region and the community members who work to enrich it every day. Smoothie King Center STEAM Zone The Chevron STEAM Zone is a fully interactive area located at the main entrance of the Smoothie King Center. At each Pelicans home game, more than 6,000 attendees can stop by the custom learning space to discover how science, technology, engineering, the arts, and math play a role in the game of basketball. Mathletes Since 2012, Chevron and the New Orleans Pelicans have partnered to strengthen and promote mathematics skills for local youth, as part of their shared commitment to science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education. The 2017 Mathletes program recognized fourth-grade students in St. Tammany and Lafourche parishes, incentivizing their success in the classroom by offering Pelicans-branded gear to students who raised their math grade by one letter grade or maintained an A average in their math class each quarter. In addition to being recognized at a Pelicans home game, Mathletes get to participate in a rewards assembly at their school attended by Pelicans players, dancers, entertainment teams, and the team mascot, alongside Chevron representatives. Boys & Girls Club of Covington Court Refurbishment Chevron partnered with the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation and the New Orleans Pelicans to refurbish the Boys & Girls Club of Covington basketball court and install a new playground. A ribbon-cutting celebration was attended by guests including Covington Mayor Mike Cooper, Louisiana State Representative John Schroder, New Orleans Pelicans Head Coach Alvin Gentry, and Chevron Gulf of Mexico Business Unit Vice President Mark Hatfield. New Orleans Pelicans players hosted a basketball mini-camp on the new court. 60 Run Wild To increase awareness about Louisiana wildlife, the New Orleans Pelicans showcase Run Wild with Chevron, an on-screen video featuring a race between Sam the Black Bear, Frasier the Whooping Crane, and Allie the Alligator. Fans that have the Pelicans app receive a push notification with the winning character, which provides them with $5 off admission to any of the Audubon Nature Institute facilities, including the Audubon Zoo, Audubon Aquarium of the Americas, Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium, or the Entergy Giant Screen Theatre. Toast for the Coast The Pelicans annual Toast for the Coast gala is a memorable evening with NBA stars benefitting coastal restoration. Funds raised at Toast for the Coast benefit Audubon Nature Institute s wetlands education program. Together, the Pelicans, Chevron, and Audubon Nature Institute empower the community to save the wetlands and the native species that call them home. To date, Toast for the Coast has raised over $1 million. 61

33 health and social well-being Chevron believes that our success is tied to the health and prosperity of the communities where we operate. When basic needs are met, communities can focus on the next steps in education and economic development. 62

34 American Diabetes Association American Heart Association Heart disease is our nation s #1 killer, causing 40.6 percent of all deaths more than the next three causes of death combined. Stroke is the #5 killer in the nation and the leading cause of serious, long-term disability. More than 12,000 Louisiana residents die from cardiovascular disease and stroke each year. The American Heart Association (AHA) is working to improve the cardiovascular health of all Americans and reduce deaths from cardiovascular disease. 64 Approximately 520,000 people in Louisiana have diabetes, equating to nearly 14 percent of the state s total population. Additionally, Type 2 diabetes among children and adolescents is now one of the fastest growing forms of diabetes in the country. The American Diabetes Association (ADA) leads the fight against the deadly consequences of diabetes by funding research to prevent, cure, and manage diabetes. Camp PowerUp! Chevron is proud to support ADA s Camp PowerUp! Program, the first step to helping families reverse the trends of physical inactivity and unhealthy eating that have resulted in childhood obesity. In 2017, 85 youth at highrisk for diabetes attended Camp PowerUp!, a free, two-week camp in Orleans Parish with a curriculum offering nutrition education, physical activity, and social and emotional learning. Campers were engaged in discussions about the dangers of poor nutrition and sedentary behaviors and the importance of adopting healthy lifestyles while enjoying healthy snacks and lunches, and learning about healthy food preparation. CPR in Schools Program Nearly 300,000 Americans suffer sudden cardiac arrest each year. Sadly, only an average of 8 percent of victims survive these medical emergencies. CPR can more than double or triple the victim s chances of survival. AHA s CPR in Schools program empowers faculty, staff, and coaches to learn the core skills of CPR, defibrillator use and choking relief, so they can, in turn, give lifesaving assistance to any student or person having a cardiac episode.

35 Northshore Food Bank New Orleans Recreation Development Commission The Northshore Food Bank serves an average of 375 Northshore families each week. The Food Bank also collaborates with other organizations to provide food for school-aged children during the summer, school supplies, holiday meals, coats during the winter, and Christmas gifts for children of families in need. Within six months of registering for Food Bank assistance, 60 percent of participants are able to break free from poverty. The New Orleans Recreation Development Commission (NORD) works to advance the physical, mental, and social well-being of New Orleans residents by providing safe and welcoming environments for recreational, athletic, and cultural experiences. For nearly a decade, Chevron has partnered with the NORD Foundation, the nonprofit fundraising body of NORD, to support the organization s post-katrina rebuilding of the public recreation system. National Accreditation Through a Chevron-funded strategic plan developed with a national consulting agency in 2012, NORD identified accreditation by the National Recreation and Parks Association as its primary goal. NORD immediately began the challenging, multi-year task of preparing to be evaluated for its business practices, facilities, management, staff development, and benefit to the community. In 2017, NORD earned its national accreditation, becoming one of only two Louisiana park and recreation agencies to do so. National accreditation signifies that NORD has implemented and uses national best practices, from programming to community engagement and business operations. CHAMPIONS Gala The NORD Foundation s inaugural CHAMPIONS Gala, held in 2017, honored NORD alum and former NFL quarterback Peyton Manning for his outstanding achievements and generous philanthropy, and New Orleans civil rights activist Jerome Smith for his commitment to improving the lives of children. Smith addressed the crowd, emphasizing that the health of a community depends on the health of its individuals. Proceeds from the special event supported NORD s free summer camp for more than 1,000 children from low-income families

36 New Orleans Ballet Association Rebuilding Together New Orleans The New Orleans Ballet Association (NOBA) is a nationally-recognized institution providing dance education, health and wellness for ages 3-80+, offering training, youth development and programming as well as the presentation of world-class performances on its main stage. Through its 26-year partnership with the New Orleans Recreation Development (NORD) Commission, NOBA makes professional, tuition-free dance training accessible to New Orleans most at-risk youth. NORD provides the facilities, and NOBA provides meaningful, high-quality instruction. More than 20,000 youth have experienced dance training, received mentoring and been given tools to inspire values like hard work, discipline, commitment, healthy living, and teamwork. In addition, more than 2,000 senior citizens have enjoyed programming that enhances their quality of life, provides wellness education, and improves their health. Chevron has been a proud partner of NOBA for more than 30 years, playing a significant role in making NOBA a nationally recognized institution. Chevron Master Artist Series Through the year-round Chevron Master Artist Series, youth and senior citizen participants from NOBA s Center for Dance receive unprecedented opportunities to study with and perform alongside world-renowned artists. To date, Chevron Master Artist students have trained with some of the top companies in dance San Francisco Ballet, Complexions Contemporary Ballet, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Alonzo King LINES Ballet, The Joffrey Ballet, and Limón Dance Company, among others. The 2017 Chevron Master Artist Series was highlighted with Brazil s Grupo Corpo and Ronald K. Brown/Evidence, who together trained nearly 500 students during the season. Senior Dance Fitness Program The process of aging is a profound experience marked by increasing physical and emotional change and a heightened search for meaning and purpose. Dance and movement serve as a powerful way to engage elders in the creative process of self-expression, enabling them to create and participate in works that honor their life experience. The free NOBA Senior Dance Fitness Program engages senior citizens in the art of dance while simultaneously strengthening their bodies, minds, health and wellness, and social support systems. In 2017, more than 500 seniors between the ages of 55 and 93 participated in the Senior Dance Fitness Program at four locations across New Orleans. Rebuilding Together New Orleans (RTNO) works to improve the quality of life for the elderly, disabled, veterans or single heads of households with minor children by completing critical repairs needed to make their homes safe. Chevron has partnered with RTNO since the organization s inception in 1988, supporting two programs vital to the New Orleans community. October Build Every year, RTNO s October Build initiative attracts hundreds of volunteers from across the country to complete critical home repairs for local homeowners who are physically or financially unable to do so themselves. Since 2005, RTNO has completed more than 550 homes in the New Orleans area. More than 35 Chevron volunteers have participated in the annual October Build. Safe at Home Program RTNO s Safe at Home program provides the repairs and modifications necessary for elderly or disabled homeowners to remain safe and independent in their homes. The Safe at Home services are tailored to the specific physical limitations of each homeowner and are completed by local volunteers. Rebuilding Together New Orleans and Rebuilding Together Acadiana, with support from Chevron, partnered to assist a local family displaced by the historic Louisiana floods of Knowledge learned from those historic events was used in the days and weeks after Hurricane Harvey to assist the residents of Houston

37 NO/AIDS Task Force Susan G. Komen New Orleans New Orleans is consistently in the top five cities in the U.S. for new HIV/AIDS infections, with African American, Hispanic, and youth populations especially vulnerable. Founded in 1983, the NO/AIDS Task Force is now the largest HIV/AIDS organization in the Gulf South, currently operating under the umbrella of CrescentCare and serving more than 4,000 clients with primary medical care, behavioral health services, food pantry and home-delivered meals, peer support, life skills, legal counsel, housing, and more. Additionally, the Task Force s education, testing, and prevention outreach efforts reach more than 30,000 people in the community. The Task Force is one of only two providers in the New Orleans area to be recognized as a Leader in LGBTQ Healthcare Equality by the Human Rights Campaign for its efforts to eliminate barriers to high quality HIV/AIDS care. CareVan The Task Force s CareVan serves as a mobile medical unit, providing testing to at-risk communities in the Greater New Orleans area at high-traffic events including Mardi Gras, Southern Decadence, the annual NO/AIDS Walk, and World AIDS Day. In 2017, the CareVan provided free HIV/AIDS testing for more than 500 individuals. Chevron NO/AIDS Walk More than 1,500 people participated in the 28th annual Chevron NO/AIDS Walk and Festival for Life at New Orleans Crescent Park. The event raised $120,000 for HIV/AIDS services. In the United States, breast cancer mortality decreased 38 percent from , but Louisiana still holds the second highest rate of breast cancer deaths in the nation. Susan G. Komen New Orleans was founded in 1992 as a resource for women and men in need of breast cancer screening, diagnostic, and support services across an 8-parish area. Peer Support and Life Skills Program The NO/AIDS Task Force Life Skills program provides clients with the support they need to live a more independent life, providing training in topics including technology, financial literacy, self-care, benefit education, and stress relief. In addition, the Peer Support program arranges for clients in need of emotional support or guidance on day-to-day issues to speak with a peer who understands the situation and can offer positive advice and assistance. Race for the Cure Race for the Cure is the world s largest and most successful education and fundraising event for breast cancer, raising much needed funds to help the underinsured and uninsured women and men struggling with breast cancer and honoring those who have lost their battle with this disease. More than 9,000 people participated in the 2017 New Orleans Race for the Cure, raising more than $450,000 to fund critical breast cancer research and local programs. Mammography Program Chevron s support of the New Orleans Mammography Program enables Susan G. Komen New Orleans to provide life-saving breast cancer screening mammograms, treatment, and education projects right here in our community

38 According to the Violence Policy Center s report on homicide rates, Louisiana has one of the highest rates of female homicide in the nation. Without appropriate intervention, these crimes can cause permanent damage to families and the community. Safe Harbor has been the federally-recognized domestic violence program in St. Tammany Parish since 1991, providing crisis intervention, emergency shelter, and other services to victims of domestic, family, and dating violence. Safe Harbor Real Men of St. Tammany Studies show domestic violence prevention is more effective when men encourage other men to take a zero-tolerance stance on the issue. Safe Harbor s annual fundraiser, Real Men of St. Tammany, recognizes men in the community who represent character, compassion, dedication to family, and community-mindedness. Proceeds support Safe Harbor s emergency shelter and operational costs. Second Harvest Food Bank of Greater New Orleans and Acadiana Every day, nearly 400,000 individuals in South Louisiana struggle to put food on the table for themselves and their loved ones. Second Harvest Food Bank was created in 1982 to address hunger and make our communities more food-secure. Now the largest anti-hunger organization in Louisiana, the organization provides more than 34 million meals each year to more than 200,000 individuals across 23 South Louisiana parishes. Habitat for Humanity St. Tammany West Since 1981, Habitat for Humanity St. Tammany West (HFHSTW) has built more than 252 affordable new homes with low-income families across western St. Tammany Parish. With funding and volunteer support from companies like Chevron, HFHSTW is able to provide the opportunity for homeownership with a no-profit, zero interest mortgage, empowering families to strive for a better future. In healthy, decent housing, families can provide stability for their children, grow their sense of dignity and pride, and increase educational and job prospects. Women Build Women Build is an annual project supported by Chevron in which HFHSTW empowers women, without excluding men, to build homes, enabling them to positively impact the lives of families by making home ownership a reality. In 2017, more than 400 volunteers, including Chevron employees, contributed 3,000 volunteer hours during October to build two homes in Covington. School Pantry Program More than 140,000 children in South Louisiana struggle to get access to food, which can have signiffcant effects on their cognitive development and academic performance, weakening their future ability to achieve success in the workforce and increasing their chances of suffering from chronic illness. Second Harvest s School Pantry Program addresses this problem by partnering with schools in high-poverty neighborhoods to establish food pantries and provide at-risk children and their families with accessible fresh foods and pantry staples. With Chevron s support, Second Harvest operates school pantries in 20 schools, ensuring hungry children and families are receiving the nutrition they need to be happy, healthy, and successful now and in the future

39 human energy Chevron strives to build lasting partnerships that help create prosperity in areas where we operate now and for generations to come. 74

40 Volunteerism Chevron promotes volunteerism by providing its workforce the time and resources to lend a hand to the causes and community organizations they care about. In 2017, employees and contractors contributed more than 10,000 hours of community service through projects including: After school STEM tutoring Mentoring high school students to achieve success in college and beyond Clean-up and maintenance of nature preserves critical to environmental sustainability Building homes for underserved populations, including Veterans and the elderly Helping students build, understand, and operate robotics and remote operated vehicles Planting gardens at local schools and Boys and Girls Clubs to teach students about the science behind healthy lifestyles Participating in career days to share experiences working in the energy industry Providing Human Energy to local festivals that contribute to regional economic development Sorting, packing, and distributing food for the hungry and homeless 2017 Humankind Campaign Chevron s Humankind Campaign, held annually in October, encourages all employees and contractors to get involved in a service project to positively impact the community. During the 2017 Humankind Campaign, GOMBU employees and contractors gave more than 1,500 hours of time and human energy to 19 service projects benefitting 17 nonprofit organizations in Louisiana and Texas. The coordinated, multi-location effort provided much needed support for the communities in which we live and work. Through these efforts, Chevron supported the following partner organizations: Participating in local races and walks to raise awareness for health and wellness causes 77