As we discussed, one senior walked up quietly and gave me a $20 bill. He told me it was tip money earned the previous night at work and he was gifting it so we could add to our total. His gesture touched me deeply, but the impact it had on that class and the ones to follow, he may never understand.
Read MoreGoodwill Industries of Acadiana employee and first-time Catholic Charities of Acadiana volunteer, Megan Briscoe, was originally inspired to spend her time serving at St. Joseph Diner because she loves helping others. She has always seen herself as a “giver” who is blessed to be able to do good for others.
Read MoreCatholic Charities has a large presence in the LaPlace community. Their impact is big, but their challenges are sometimes bigger. They need our support, because they cannot solve all of these social problems themselves. They need the help of concerned and caring businesses and citizens. People that share the belief that societal problems are all of our problems.
Read MoreFoodNet Food Bank is excited to announce the launch of the One Extra Can Campaign in partnership with local grocery stores, aiming to tackle the critical issue of empty collection bins at FoodNet Food Bank’s partner grocery stores. The campaign invites individuals across the region to make a simple yet impactful commitment: To purchase one extra can of non-perishable food during each shopping trip and place it in the designated collection baskets at participating grocery stores.
Read MoreSeveral months ago, we shared about the restoration of the St. Joseph Statue located at St. Joseph Diner by committed volunteer, Rachelle Blanchard. Just a few weeks ago, the restored statue of St. Joseph was delivered and installed!
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