From strengthening local resilience to advancing healthy communities, youth opportunity and financial security, United Way Southwest Louisiana is mobilizing com
Hurricane season starts today.
Now is the time to review emergency plans, restock supplies, check insurance documents, prepare for pets and medications, and stay informed through trusted sources.
Prepared communities recover stronger. ๐
#LiveUnited#SWLA#HurricanePreparedness
Today, we remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Their service and sacrifice will never be forgotten. ๐บ๐ธ
#MemorialDay#RememberAndHonor#LiveUnited
Hurricane season begins June 1.
In SWLA, preparedness is personal. Now is the time to review emergency plans, refill supplies, check important documents, prepare for pets & medications, and stay informed through trusted local sources.
Prepared communities recover stronger. ๐
๐ THANK YOU, VITA VOLUNTEERS ๐
23 volunteers. 3,006 hours. Countless lives impacted.
Your dedication this tax season helped families file with confidence and keep more of what they earned. Thatโs real impact in SWLA.
We appreciate you! #LIVEUNITED
Bigfoot sighting in SWLA ๐ฃ
He stopped by @UnitedWaySWLA to help prep for #DayOfCaring as we pack 3,000 weekend food packs for local kids.
Through United Against Child Hunger, weโre working to ensure kids have food when school is out.
Even Bigfoot shows up. ๐ #LiveUnited#SWLA
๐ VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT: JASON MARTINEZ
Jason Martinez, United Way SWLA Volunteer of the Year, embodies what it means to LIVE UNITED.
โVolunteering opens your eyes to the good in our communityโฆ people genuinely care.โ
Thank you for making SWLA stronger ๐
๐ปโจ 200 laptops. 200 new opportunities.
United Way SWLA recently distributed 200 laptops to local students, helping bridge the digital divide and expand access to education, connection, and resources.
Because when students have the tools they need, they move forward. ๐
โจ๐ Lace up, fluff that hair & channel your inner Dolly ๐โจ
The Dolly Run is THIS WEEKEND ๐ค๐
5K, 1K, or just show up in your best Dolly look ๐
๐ Big hair
โจ Rhinestones
๐ข Boots
All for Dolly Partonโs Imagination Library ๐๐
๐ https://t.co/RCvNKDqiW6
โฐ Timeโs almost up! Get your taxes done FREE with United Way SWLAโs VITA program.
Skip the stress, keep more of your money, and file with confidence ๐ผโจ
๐ Call 211
๐ป https://t.co/LFUVINqnIu
Spots are filling fastโbook now โ๏ธ๐
Taxes are due soon โณ Donโt wait.
File for FREE with our VITA Program and get the refund you deserveโno fees, no stress.
Schedule your appointment: https://t.co/LFUVINqnIu
Delivered Literacy Kits to Brentwood Elementary & Prien Lake Elementary this week ๐๐
Small tools, big impact โ helping students build confidence, strengthen reading skills, and succeed in the classroom.
Because when we invest in literacy, we invest in our future. โจ
School meals are a lifeline for many kids.
When school closes, the need doesnโt.
Through United Against Child Hunger, weโve delivered 50,000+ Weekend Food Packs. ๐
Volunteer for Day of Caring on May 2: LINK
#EndChildHunger#ALICE
๐บ๐ธ Supporting Those Who Serve ๐บ๐ธ
Weโre proud to support administrative teams within Homeland Security & Border Patrol โ the behind-the-scenes professionals who keep operations running smoothly every day.
Grateful for their dedication and the opportunity to support them. ๐
๐น Volunteers needed for Rum Revival!
๐ March 28
๐ Golden Nugget
Join us for a fun night giving back to SWLA. Multiple roles availableโdonโt wait!
๐ https://t.co/r3Q23RU6dd
Be part of the impact ๐
๐ผโณ Still need to file your taxes? Thereโs time!
Get FREE help through @UWSWLA VITA โ fast, accurate, and trusted.
Donโt miss out on refunds & credits!
๐ https://t.co/1BFKFZ9p1I
๐ Dial 211 for help
โ๏ธ United Way of Southwest Louisiana partnered with the Ward 3 Marshalโs Office to thank the TSA team at Lake Charles Regional Airport.
18 TSA officers received grocery and gas gift cards in appreciation for keeping our community and travelers safe every day.
๐ฅ Todayโs the Day!
30 teams are competing in Battle for the Paddle: Jambalaya & Pastalaya Cook-Off ๐ฒ๐
๐ถ The Flamethrowers โ 5PM
๐ Free Kid Zone
๐ Vote for Peopleโs Choice
๐ Sampler Tickets: 337-433-1088
๐ VIP ๐ https://t.co/WTJ1zscavJ
๐ฅ Triad Electric & Controls is back at Battle for the Paddle!
Last year they earned ๐ฅ 2nd Place in the Jambalaya Division ๐ฒ๐ฅ
Can they take the top spot this year? ๐ฅ
๐ฅ First-time team alert!
Welcome Able Tool & Rental to Battle for the Paddle as they join the Pastalaya Division ๐๐ฅ
๐๏ธ Get your tickets ๐ 337-433-1088