The current media was created by experienced journalists to address a shortfall of in-depth, thoughtful journalism in this area. further, lafayette and the broader acadiana region lack local ownership among its media organizations. virtually all of the publishers and undercurrent awards honor 'wavemakers' who help move the lafayette community forward and demonstrate selflessness, creativity and a vision for a better lafayette.

Provide support to charities.

Public access television

The corporation is organized and is operated exclusively for charitable, scientific and educational purposes relating to the promotion of the total well-being of women and their families, including in furtherance of such purposes, the providing of such services to the general public and medical professionals in such areas as pre-natal care, childbirth and parenting; sponsoring public discussion groups, forums, panels, lectures and similar educational programs relating to promoting the total well being of woman and their families. continuing medical education programs are provided to medical professionals in the areas of disease and mental health conditions affecting woman and their families: and such other activities as may promote the general purposes stated above.

United way of acadiana is working to build a strong acadiana and advance the common good by mobilizing our communities to improve people's lives through the building blocks of a good life: essentials, education, and earnings.

Camps for children with congenital heart defects

To provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better, forever.

Fostering art and culture in acadiana - the aca provides education and outreach activities to all ages, grant funds and assistance to nonprofits, and visual art exhibits and performances in a state-of-the-art facility.

The organization was organized for the benefit and support of its related 501(c)(3) health care entities which provide medical care to restore, maintain and improve the health of the community in which it serves

To provide support to families coping with miscarriages, stillbirths or the loss of an infant

Community foundation of acadiana was created to improve the quality of life in our region. the foundation achieves this goal by increasing charitable giving, creating meaningful and effective giving opportunities for our donors, and providing leadership in our region. these efforts are grounded in the belief that through philanthropy the foundation can positively impact our community. the foundation is committed to servicing and benefitting the geographic area of south-central louisiana. it has positioned itself as a "tool" for individual donors, families and corporations to increase and enhance their charitable and philanthropic interests. it has also positioned itself as a "tool" for other entities (including local government entities) to help realize objectives and/or projects that may need an objective third party.

To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.

Girl scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. girl scouts is the world's preeminent organization dedicated solely to girls - all girls - where, in an accepting and nurturing environment, girls build character and skills for success in the real world. in partnership with committed adult volunteers, girls develop qualities that will serve them all their lives, like leadership, strong values, social conscience, and conviction about their own potential and self-worth.

The organization provides medical care to improve, maintain, and restore the health of the people in the communities we serve, regardless of the patients' ability to pay. the organization also serves the community by operating as a teaching facility.

Provide funding to other 501(c)(3) organizations

The organization provides its members with the necessary tools to communicate and educate its members to make them more productive

To improve the quality of life for individuals and families through education, counseling and information services that are delivered in a professional, accessible and compassionate manner.

To contribute to children's education

Address the issues associated with the hiv/aids pandemic and provide education and services for hiv prevention and care for those living with and affected by hiv/aids