Celebrating Community Partnerships that Make Every Meal Possible

Each week, we serve more than 3,500 meals to neighbors throughout Acadiana who are experiencing food insecurity. From a hot breakfast to a nourishing lunch and evening meal, every plate we serve offers more than food, it provides hope, dignity, compassion, and the reassurance that no one has to face hunger alone

Blog, St. Joseph DinerTodd ButeauxAugust 7, 2026partnerships, partner, St. Joseph Diner, Acadiana, donations, communityComment

Meeting Pope Leo

As a member of the Catholic Charities USA Board of Directors, I had the opportunity to travel to Rome this spring for a private audience with our Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV. It was my first time traveling to the Vatican, to Rome, or even to Italy. In his address, the Holy Father shared a message of hope and encouragement for the work of Catholic Charities across the United States, as we continue the essential tradition of our faith: caring for the poor. He reminded us that "love for our neighbor is tangible proof of the authenticity of our love for God" (Dilexi Te, 26).

BlogKim BoudreauxJuly 16, 2026Pope, Vatican, Rome, Charity, ServiceComment

Press Release: FoodNet’s Summer “Grab One Extra” Food Drive Encourages Shoppers to Help Feed Acadiana Families

While hunger affects families year-round, summer often presents unique challenges for households already struggling to make ends meet. When school is out of session, many children lose access to free and reduced-price meal programs, placing additional strain on family budgets and increasing demand at local food pantries. Across Acadiana, FoodNet's network of partner agencies regularly experiences a rise in requests for assistance during the summer months as families work to stretch limited resources.