Community Resiliency

united is the way to community resiliency

Every community deserves the opportunity to prosper. At United Way of Acadiana, we work with our neighbors to build resilient communities that are ready for any challenge. Through initiatives in social programs, community resources, and nonprofit building, we are strengthening the foundations of Acadiana for a more sustainable and secure future.

How We Help

Acadiana Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (AVOAD)

Acadiana Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters (AVOAD) is a humanitarian association of local community voluntary organizations in the greater Acadiana Region of Southwest Louisiana.

Volunteer Center

Looking to give back and make a difference in your community? The Volunteer Center connects you with local opportunities that match your passions and schedule. Whether you’re volunteering as an individual or a group, there’s a way for everyone to get involved.

Nonprofit meetup

United Way of Acadiana’s mission is to unite people and organizations with passion, expertise, and resources to create more opportunities for a better life. Our Nonprofit Meetup initiative was created to convene local nonprofit organizations while providing professional development, networking opportunities, and share best practices.

resources for resilience

Resources for Resilience is focused on understanding and addressing Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) and promoting resilience within our communities.

reentry coalition

United Way of Acadiana’s PRI goal is to bolster public safety by executing a seamless strategy of support and monitoring tailored to each offender through cooperation between state and local entities, spanning from the point of their incarceration to their transition, reintegration, and aftercare within the community.

Court Appointed Special Advocates of SoLA (CASA)

CASA strengthens community resiliency by ensuring vulnerable children have a consistent advocate during crises, helping them navigate instability and fostering long-term stability and safety.

Big Towns

This summit allows us to connect cross-sector partners from our community to explore best practices and adopt evidence-based programming/projects that drive meaningful results

Our Partners