St. Landry-Evangeline United Way

United Way to oversee FEMA food, shelter funds

St. Landry-Evangeline United Way will oversee distribution of $34,736 in federal funds made available through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

United Way establishes Hurricane Laura Relief Fund

St. Landry-Evangeline United Way announces the establishment of the Hurricane Laura Relief Fund to assist evacuees who are staying in St. Landry and Evangeline parishes. According to Ginger LeCompte, executive director of St.

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Acadian Medical, United Way mark milestone for Imagination Library

Ten years ago, Acadian Medical Center, partnered with St. Landry-Evangeline United Way to distribute Dolly Parton Imagination Library enrollment forms in the hospital’s maternity ward and waiting areas.

Hospital, United Way to celebrate library

Ten years ago, Acadian Medical Center, partnered with St. Landry-Evangeline United Way to distribute Dolly Parton Imagination Library enrollment forms in the hospital’s maternity ward and waiting areas.

Donation to St. Landry-Evangeline United Way

A ceremonial check for $1,161 was presented to Ginger LeCompte, center, executive director of the St. Landry-Evangeline United Way, by Patrick Jenkins, left, school superintendent, and Tricia Fontenot, school system webmaster and social media manager.

Yard Bird Cook-off headed to 2nd year

St. Landry-Evangeline United Way invites the public to experience Cajun Cooking at its finest with the second annual Comme Ci, Comme Ca Yard Bird Cook-off in downtown Opelousas from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. April 13. Admission is free.

Eunice Elementary tapped for Leader in Me, Myers Family Foundation

Eunice Elementary and three other schools in St. Landry Parish have been added to those to particpate in The Leader in Me program. according to an announcement by the St. Landry-Evangeline United Way.

St. Landry-Evangeline United Way moving its office in January

The St. Landry-Evangeline United Way will be moving its operation from its West Vine Street location to the St. Landry Economic Development facility on I-49 in January. Ginger LeCompte, executive director of St.

United Way plans Boogie Ball

The St. Landry-Evangeline United Way Boogie Ball will be held on from 7 to 11 p.m. Oct. 28 at the Opelousas Delta Grand Theatre. Food will include Cochon “Ghoul”lait provided by Café Josephine, eggplant and shrimp dressing from Soileau’s, and brisket.