Transforming Lives and Building Community
Our Mission
The mission of the Ben D. Johnson Educational Center is to build community in Natchitoches and give access to social and economic success to all its residents.
“We provide an option for young adults and set them on the path towards a sustainable life, free of barriers. The BDJ Center’s staff provides a safe place for individuals to learn and grow. We meet students where they are and then help to guide them to where they need to be for success. Everyone deserves a chance.”
JoAnna Cooper, Executive Director
Over 1500 Lives Transformed
How We Provide Access
EDUCATION & TRAINING
CASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES
COMMUNITY
Help Us Achieve Our Mission
Other Ways You Can Help
Make an impact by employing our graduates.
Donate goods and monetary gifts to support our participants.
Become a hands-on member of our community.
Upcoming Events
OSHA and Forklift Classes Begins
May 19th, 2025 at 8 AM
Want to sign up for our program? Contact us today to ask about enrollment!
HeartSaver Class
Interested in learning CPR and First Aid? Sign Up today to become certified!
May 23rd, 2025
A Very Special Thank You to Our 3rd Annual “I Tried” Sponsors
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Phil & Mary Lou Brown
Platinum Sponsor
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Cane River Charities
Platinum Sponsor
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Terri & Joe Cunningham
Platinum Sponsor
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Kelly & Townsend
Gold Sponsor
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Bank of Montgomery
Silver Sponsorship
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Cane River National Heritage Area
Silver Sponsor
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City of Natchitoches
Silver Sponsorship
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Connie Cormier
Silver Sponsor
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Edward Ward
Silver Sponsor
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Engage Federal Credit Union
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Law Offices of Howard E. Conday
Silver Sponsor
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Natchitoches Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated
Silver Sponsor
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Southwestern Energy
Silver Sponsor
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Intermetro Industries
Silver Sponsor
