The Harry Tompson Center is committed to providing a calm and caring environment in which to serve the needs of the poor and homeless in the downtown New Orleans area. The Center is dedicated to improving the quality of life for all those who come to us in need, not merely by responding to physical needs, but also by attending to the whole person with respect and compassion, after the example of Jesus.

Mission Statement

The Harry Tompson Center is committed to providing a calm and caring environment in which to serve the needs of the poor and homeless in the downtown New Orleans area. The Center is dedicated to improving the quality of life for all those who come to us in need, not merely by responding to physical needs, but also by attending to the whole person with respect and compassion, after the example of Jesus.

Board of Directors

Fr. Stephen Sauer, SJ
President
Immaculate Conception Jesuit Church

 Ms. Mary Ann Baudouin
Secretary
Jesuits of the New Orleans Province

 Mr. Craig Silva, CPA
Treasurer
Silva & Associates, LLC

John Combe, Esq.
Jones Walker

 John Barker
Ericksen, Krintel and LaPorte

 Jack Saux
Prudential Realtors
Michael Hammer
Principal, Pontchartrain Capital

Executive Director

Mr. Don Thompson has held the responsibilities of Executive Director of the Harry Tompson Center since 2000. Mr. Thompson brings twenty years of social service experience with him to the position. His responsibilities include supervision of the provision of services for 250 to 275 homeless guests who visit the Harry Tompson Center each day, recruitment and supervision of volunteer and salaried staff, liaison responsibilities with neighboring businesses and the coordination of donations and fundraising for the Center. Mr. Thompson has completed all of the required coursework for a Ph.D. in Urban Studies. With an undergraduate degree in Philosophy, Mr. Thompson holds a Masters degree in Pastoral Theology. Mr. Thompson holds himself equally accountable to the Board of Directors and the homeless community.