With forecasted weather to be at or below freezing temperatures later this holiday week, Catholic Charities of Acadiana will enact a freeze shelter plan to ensure the safety of those experiencing homelessness.
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At approximately 11:00am on December 14th, several tornadoes touched down in Iberia Parish. Catholic Charities of Acadiana is currently working to assess the devastation in coordination with local government and our disaster response partners from the Acadiana VOAD (Acadiana Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster).
Catholic Charities of Acadiana is deploying staff, assets, volunteer teams, and other resources to directly support survivors.
We ask the community to assist in our disaster response by making a monetary donation, volunteering, or shopping on our disaster Amazon shopping list.
Your timely contributions will provide immediate relief and assist in the long-term recovery process.
Catholic Charities of Acadiana’s Chief of External Affairs, Ben Broussard, recently sat down with the hosts of the popular local podcast “Can I Getta Amen.” Listen in right here.
Read MoreDid you know that FoodNet Food Bank averages 3000 bags a month distributed to neighbors and families who are experiencing food insecurity? That comes at a cost of over $25,000 a month in purchasing food.
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In preparation for a whole-school service learning day taking place in November, St. Thomas More leadership invited Catholic Charities of Acadiana to present to staff on the “why” behind our dedicated service to the poor and vulnerable.
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I was homeless three times before I turned 18. We had no food more times than not. We had no refrigerator in our home for six weeks at one point. Our electricity and water were turned off with frequency. Right here in Louisiana. Right amongst you.
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