Hayden was among our younger volunteers and being that the smallest Disaster Response t-shirt we had to offer was an adult medium, the shirt hung long over his shorts. This did not phase him in the least. Having recently learned to whistle, Hayden set about carrying and sorting donations diligently, whistling the entire time he was serving! And he did not stop for hours!
Read MoreThe Emergency Aid Center is blessed to have a giving community and dedicated volunteers! Especially so when a storm, like Hurricane Francine, comes and our community is in need of our services more than ever. Thankfully, with the help and generosity of the City and fellow non-Profit Catholic Charities of Acadiana; who donated food and other needed items to help those affected by the storm.
Read MoreOne of the most beautiful parts of this experience is how it brings my family together in service. Seeing my children so excited to help and share in this mission has been so precious. It’s heartwarming to watch them take pride in contributing to a new beginning for someone else.
Read MoreThe physical, emotional, and financial toll of a disaster is significant. For those fortunate enough to have a strong foundation—such as health, financial stability, and insurance—recovery is still challenging. But for those experiencing poverty, recovery can be nearly impossible, leading to unsafe living conditions or even homelessness.
At Catholic Charities of Acadiana, we recognize this reality and emphasize that disasters disproportionately affect the poor, compounding their suffering. As part of our mission to care for the most vulnerable, we ask ourselves how we can best serve those who are most in need during times of crisis.
Read MoreWe all take this life for granted. Being here was a humbling experience, one that left us all wanting to help. Kayla and Ben not only shared the “what”, but did an amazing job explaining the “why” behind what Catholic Charities of Acadiana does. Experiencing these programs and services for yourself allows you to see the “why”. Now we can be in a position to help fill the gaps and get involved.”
Read MoreMy heart was truly full as I witnessed children as young as four contribute to the collection as they entered the school campus that morning. At the end of the day for them to walk out and gasp in awe of overflowing donation bins, these students were able to see the impact of everyone contributing a little for us to give a lot.
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