Andrus Peat came from a big family – one of seven children. After being drafted by the Saints, he knew he wanted to give back to the New Orleans community by making sure families got to experience Christmas with gifts under the tree for every child, in every family they could reach. 

Those holiday events lit a fire inside Andrus and his wife, Ashley. They launched Peat’s Purpose because they wanted to do so much more than put presents under a tree each year. Now, they’ve expanded their efforts in hopes of helping families get practical resources, educational help, and athletic opportunities. From baby showers for single mothers to elementary school pep rallies to fundraising through celebrity sporting events, Peat’s Purpose is on the ground in NOLA, offering families tangible support and community.

Helping Families in NOLA + Beyond

As lovers of personal style and owners of the clothing line Seven Five, Andrus and Ashley are passionate about providing resources to up-and-coming fashion brands. The Peat’s Purpose Foundation offers mentorship and exposure for brands who may not have the financial resources to launch into the next level of the fashion space on their own. With an emphasis on female and Black owned brands, The Peat Foundation is always looking for ways to help the fashion icons of the

Helping Fashion Brands Thrive

The 2023 Cocktails for a Cause event gathered close friends, family, VIPS, and professional connections for an intimate night to share our mission, while being inclusive of our visions for the foundation.

cocktails for a cause

Andrus Peat Youth Football Camp

2024 - Tbd on date

located in arizona

Upcoming Events

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We have upcoming events in Arizona and NOLA, and we’d love for you to help us serve our communities. To get involved, send us an email and we’ll connect with you about future projects.

Join Peat’s Purpose and Partner With Us For Good.

Thank you for being here, I hope this website will help us get to know each other. I plan to share my work, my life and my passion in this space. What I've done, what I plan on doing and where I'm going in the future- I'd love to have you along for the ride.

ashley simmons peat

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