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Today, educators spend an average of $820 of their

Today, educators spend an average of $820 of their personal dollars to fulfill the needs of their classroom. If you want to help support these educators, consider becoming a drop-off location for UWA's Stuff the Bus event. It's easy to register as a drop-off location for school supplies!

Visit unitedwayofacadiana.org/stuffthebus for all the information you need! #UWA #StufftheBus #SchoolSupplyDrive

Economic forces such as job disruption, inflation,

Economic forces such as job disruption, inflation, wage increases, pandemic assistance, and migration worked with and against each other throughout the pandemic. The result: From 2019 through 2021, Louisiana saw an increase in the total number of households in poverty and ALICE households – earning above the Federal Poverty Level but not nearly enough to afford basics – from 879,488 to 902,468.

Explore #UnitedForALICE’s new Report, “ALICE in the Crosscurrents”: United4ALICE.org/ALICE2023 #ALICE2023

The COVID-19 pandemic, a global health and economi

The COVID-19 pandemic, a global health and economic crisis, upended life as we knew it three years ago. It claimed the lives of millions and unleashed a storm of competing economic forces – a phenomenon rarely seen. How did our state's most vulnerable ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) families fare financially?

Today, #UnitedForALICE launches its newest Report for Louisiana, “ALICE in the Crosscurrents,” which illustrates the impact of the pandemic’s competing economic forces on financially struggling households. Take a deeper dive with us:

☑ Read the Report: United4ALICE.org/ALICE2023
☑ Follow along over the next few days as we explore how these forces played out for ALICE in Louisiana. #ALICE2023

Interested in becoming a drop-off location for our

Interested in becoming a drop-off location for our 2023 Stuff the Bus event? It's easy to sign up! Visit unitedwayofacadiana.org/stuffthebus for more information and to register your business as a drop-off location! #UWA #StufftheBus #SchoolSupplyDrive

United Way of Acadiana is pleased to announce the

United Way of Acadiana is pleased to announce the winners of the 2023-2024 PACT (Plan of Action for Community Transformation) Grant cycle. United Way of Acadiana received many outstanding applications from organizations working towards improving our community. After careful consideration and review, 10 organizations have been selected to receive funding for their impactful programs.

2023 – 2024 PACT Grant Cycle Awardees:
Faith House of Acadiana
American Red Cross
Catholic Charities of Acadiana
Second Harvest Food Bank
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Acadiana
The Clearport Learning Center
The Family Tree Information, Education, & Counseling Center
VITA (Volunteers Instructors Teaching Adults)
ASSIST Agency
Escape from Poverty

United Way of Acadiana is proud to support these organizations in their efforts to create positive change in Acadiana. PACT Grant funding will provide these organizations with the necessary resources to continue their vital work and make a lasting impact. These organizations meet a diverse range of needs ultimately focusing on areas of interest that United Way of Acadiana invests in: education, essentials, and earnings. For more information about the United Way of Acadiana and our PACT Grant program, please visit our website at unitedwayofacadiana.org/collaborations/pactgrants.

We had a great time at our second Nonprofit Meetup

We had a great time at our second Nonprofit Meetup of 2023! Attendees had the pleasure of hearing and participating in an informative presentation by Dr. Lise Anne Slatten. Dr. Slatten is the Associate Dean for Administration & Quality in the B.I Moody III College of Business Administration and an Associate Professor of Management at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. With a distinguished background in the nonprofit sector spanning two decades, including ten years as the executive director of a grant-making nonprofit organization in Lafayette, Dr. Slatten brings extensive experience to the table. She is also highly regarded as a nonprofit governance consultant with over fifteen years of expertise.

During the presentation, Dr. Slatten delved into essential topics such as the definition of nonprofit organizations, the significance of nonprofit governance, an overview of different board types and their functions, as well as the core responsibilities of board members.

Stay tuned for more thought-provoking discussions and invaluable insights from accomplished experts. We want to help build your nonprofit's capacity! Be on the lookout for when we announce our next Nonprofit Meetup!

We know how critical educators are to the growth o

We know how critical educators are to the growth of our communities. With the shortage of educators statewide, it is important that we do our part to support the thousands of educators across our region. Today, educators spend an average of $820 of their personal dollars to fulfill the needs of their classroom. At United Way of Acadiana we are dedicated to being a part of the solution.

With the support of our sponsors, we are happy to present this year’s Stuff the Bus event and hope that you will commit to being a drop off location! To sign-up, visit unitedwayofacadiana.org/stuffthebus #UWA #StufftheBus #SchoolSupplyDrive

Thank you to our volunteers that showed up today t

Thank you to our volunteers that showed up today to help stuff bags for the Resources for Developing Minds initiative launching June 2023! We stuffed 600 bags that will be used as part of the program and will be given to every new baby born at our partner hospitals. The bag contains age-appropriate books, toys, and other educational materials that are designed to promote positive parent-child interactions, encourage early literacy and language development, and provide families with resources to support their child’s growth and development.

Be on the lookout for future Resources for Developing Minds volunteer opportunities! #UWA #R4DM #VolunteerOpportunities

If you are a parent with a child 0-8 years old, be a part of this initiative by texting 'Acadiana' to 274 448. This program sends free, research-based tips and activities, and are designed to be easily digestible, actionable, and fun, and cover a wide range of topics related to child development. For more information visit unitedwayofacadiana.org/developingminds

We are one month away from launching our Resources

We are one month away from launching our Resources for Developing Minds Initiative! This program connects Acadiana families with resources for early brain development after the birth of their child in a local hospital. Help us stuff the bags needed for this program on May 16, 2023, 2:00 - 4:00 pm! Sign up today at unitedwayofacadiana.org/volunteer!

Every child should have an equal opportunity to thrive, and the Resources for Developing Minds bags are designed to support their early brain development. In addition to teaching parents how to care for their newborn while in the hospital, our aim is to educate them on the importance of activities such as talking, singing, playing, reading, and pointing to things in their environment, which can further aid in their child's brain development. Read more at unitedwayofacadiana.org/developingminds

Women United invites you to attend the first Lesso

Women United invites you to attend the first Lessons in Leadership of 2023! Dr. Mae Winbush, will lead the morning with her presentation, Persevering through Pitfalls.

The event will be on Tuesday, May 16th at 9:00 am at Gethsemane Christian Academy, (701 E. Pinhook Rd.). Register for this event at the form below! Price of admission to the event will be one age appropriate book or toy.

We are one month away from launching our Resources

We are one month away from launching our Resources for Developing Minds Initiative! This program connects Acadiana families with resources for early brain development after the birth of their child in a local hospital. Help us stuff the bags needed for this program on May 16, 2023, 2:00 - 4:00 pm! Sign up today at unitedwayofacadiana.org/volunteer!

Every child should have an equal opportunity to thrive, and the Resources for Developing Minds bags are designed to support their early brain development. In addition to teaching parents how to care for their newborn while in the hospital, our aim is to educate them on the importance of activities such as talking, singing, playing, reading, and pointing to things in their environment, which can further aid in their child's brain development. Read more at unitedwayofacadiana.org/developingminds

Women United invites you to attend the first Lesso

Women United invites you to attend the first Lessons in Leadership of 2023! Dr. Mae Winbush, will lead the morning with her presentation, Persevering through Pitfalls.

The event will be on Tuesday, May 16th at 9:00 am at Gethsemane Christian Academy, (701 E. Pinhook Rd.). Register for this event at the form below! Price of admission to the event will be one age appropriate book or toy.

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