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We are changing the world right here at home through our mix of in-house Initiatives and funded partners. Together, we served over a million individuals since the pandemic. To be exact, 1,015,713 people! United, we can do so much more.

Because we know that UNITED is the word...

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Catch The Feeling

Gregory P. Thibodeaux, director for business development at Turner Industries, assisted with the first Battle for the Paddle fundraiser and was the 2019 Leonard Richard Employee Campaign Chair (ECC) Awardee. Thibodeaux, an LSU graduate, will lead the community workplace giving campaigns with the 2022 theme of "Catch the Feeling."

"We are incredibly fortunate that we consistently attract dedicated community members who donate their time and talent to United Way of Southwest Louisiana," said Denise Durel, President and CEO. "These individuals are leaders who commit to our mission and four pillars: education, healthcare, economic mobility and basic needs. We are always grateful for their service as they help lead all of us forward after several devastating years."

 

Team United

Join United Way of Southwest Louisiana's Campaign Chair, Calcasieu Parish District Attorney Stephen Dwight, as he rallies Team United against the Disastros. From global pandemics leading to massive layoffs to Hurricanes Laura and Delta, United Way of Southwest Louisiana's supporters are headed to the Big Leagues!

We Are...

Every year, people like you help drive a movement to solve some of our region's toughest challenges. You inspire thousands of people to widen their perspectives, to invest in our collective future, to act for a brighter tomorrow. Calcasieu Parish Sheriff's Office Commander James McGee is our Campaign Chair for 2020 and leads us through some challenging times.

Take Action

We are stepping up and delivering a campaign full of promises that will be fulfilled, granting hope to the thousands in our region struggling day to day. We are taking action to help move all members of Southwest Louisiana toward success, health and happiness. When we all have what we need, everyone wins.

Count On Me

Every year, people like you help drive a movement to solve some of Southwest Louisiana's toughest challenges. You inspire thousands of people to widen their perspectives, to invest in our collective future, to act for a brighter tomorrow.

Community of Champions

No matter how prepared we are, things can change in an instant. In times of disaster and personal emergency United Way makes resources for intervention and recovery readily available. I am a champion for THOSE IN CRISIS.

Unite to Fight

Problems.
The ones most people don’t have the stomach for.
The ones nobody talks about at cocktail parties.
The ones that can’t be solved.
We go looking for them.

The Power of One

The Power of One is a Wonderful Thing

make a grown man cry, make a child sing

Volunteering Time to do a Job Well Done

What a Great Feeling that’s the Power of One