As part of its mission to change banking for good, Capital One launched the Impact Initiative to support growth in underserved communities and advance socioeconomic mobility by closing gaps in equity and opportunity. This includes a focus on helping people achieve financial well-being. The company encourages employee volunteerism and engagement, contributing not only financial resources but also the time and expertise of their workforce to make a difference in communities across the United States, including Greater New Orleans.
Capital One is an ardent supporter of Son of a Saint and continues to show generosity and commitment to our organization’s core mission and long-term growth. Since 2018, Capital One has supported Son of a Saint’s mission and core services. This level of support includes grant funds awarded for COVID-19 relief; sustained financial support in the areas of education and career development; and increased investment in targeted initiatives for Son of a Saint’s upperclassmen and alumni mentees.
Son of a Saint and Capital One work together creatively to enhance not only the memorable moments and experiences for mentees, but also the mission of the organization. In October 2022, Capital One dedicated its Tulane Football sponsorship to highlight Son of a Saint at Tulane University’s Homecoming Football game. This partnership included on-site branding, media and press mentions, game tickets for Son of a Saint families, and an opportunity for Son of a Saint mentee, Angelo, to lead the pregame coin toss alongside Karen DeBlieux, Head of US Corporate Banking and Market President for Capital One Commercial Banking. In 2023, Son of a Saint and Capital One came together once again to re-engage and optimize this uniquely impactful opportunity during Tulane’s Homecoming weekend.
In addition to providing meaningful funding support and community engagement opportunities for Son of a Saint, Capital One’s comprehensive partnership is reflected at the Board leadership level. Carol Starr, Head of Institutional Equity Sales at Capital One, joined Son of a Saint’s Board of Directors in late 2022. In her board role, Carol brings a wealth of expertise, experience, and professional insight. Serving on Son of a Saint’s Board of Directors Finance Committee, Carol provides guidance and fiduciary oversight to the organization, ensuring Son of a Saint’s financial health and long-term sustainability. Carol also leverages her network to bolster key relationships in both educational and community engagement opportunities, along with her colleagues from the Capital One leadership team.
"Capital One is deeply committed to fostering opportunity and equity in the communities we serve. By partnering with Son of a Saint, we are able to align this commitment with tangible impact on the Greater New Orleans region," says Carol. “I’m honored to be able to blend my professional background with mission-driven service as a member of Son of a Saint’s Board of Directors. Capital One proudly partners with Son of a Saint to realize our shared goal of creating brighter futures for the next generation of young leaders.”
Son of a Saint thanks Capital One and its leadership team for the continued partnership, generosity, and shared success.