Jay Huffstatler Appointed as Executive Director of the OnPath Foundation

Jay Huffstatler Appointed as Executive Director of the OnPath Foundation
 
Appointment of Huffstatler reinforces the Foundation’s mission to empower communities through education, homeownership, and entrepreneurship.
 
Metairie, LA – The OnPath Foundation, the philanthropic arm of OnPath Credit Union, is proud to announce the appointment of Jay Huffstatler as its new Executive Director. With a distinguished career in nonprofit leadership, Huffstatler’s expertise will drive the Foundation’s continued growth and deepen its impact on the communities it serves.
 
“We are thrilled to welcome Jay as the new Executive Director of the OnPath Foundation. His proven leadership and passion for making a difference will undoubtedly elevate the Foundation's impact and help us better serve our members and the broader community," said Candace Washington, Senior Vice President of Member Engagement. "We look forward to the incredible work the Foundation will accomplish under his leadership."
 
Huffstatler joins the OnPath Foundation with an extensive background in nonprofit and community leadership. He has held key positions at CrescentCare, Habitat for Humanity, the American Red Cross, and Tulane University Law School. Notably, as Chief of Staff for the BP Gulf Coast Restoration Organization, he led recovery efforts across five Gulf States following the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Huffstatler is deeply involved in the community. He serves as Board President of the Gulf South LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce and is an active leader in organizations such as the Association of Fundraising Professionals and the Super Bowl LIX Host Committee’s Supplier Diversity Committee.
 
Born in Pascagoula, Mississippi, Huffstatler now resides in New Orleans, Louisiana. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Southern Mississippi and an Associate of Arts from Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, where he was inducted into the Alumni Hall of Fame.
 
About OnPath Foundation
Founded to strengthen and uplift the communities served by OnPath Credit Union, the OnPath Foundation is dedicated to empowering individuals and families through education, homeownership, and entrepreneurship. By delivering innovative programs and fostering impactful partnerships, the Foundation plays a vital role in driving financial wellness and economic development. For more information, visit onpathfoundation.org