Junior League of Lafayette’s Collaborative Opportunity Grants Committee awarded its 2020-2021 grants, which consist of volunteer support hours as well as financial contributions, to local nonprofit organizations.
A total of $18,385 in grants were awarded to 10 local nonprofit organizations during the League’s General Membership Meeting, held at Le Pavillon at Parc Lafayette on Tuesday, October 13, 2020.
According to Junior League of Lafayette President, Dr. Melanie Fowler, “By combining our member volunteers along with funding, Junior League of Lafayette’s Collaborative Opportunity Grants program allows us to serve local nonprofits in a very unique way, which speaks to our Mission of improving our community while training women leaders. It’s fitting that our 2020-2021 theme is Better Together!”
Annual grants are funded through Junior League of Lafayette fundraising efforts such as Tinsel & Treasures holiday market, the sales from the League’s four member-written cookbooks, and community program sponsorships.
Roya Boustany, Junior League of Lafayette Executive Vice President, stated, “Granting over $18,000 to help support the efforts of so many worthwhile nonprofit organizations in our community only serves to further our Mission. We are excited about the impact our funds and our members/volunteers will have on our community through these programs.”
The 2020 Fall Grant recipients include (details on each grant is attached):
- Acadiana Outreach Center
- Autism Society of Acadiana
- Catholic Charities of Acadiana
- Clearport Learning Center
- DREAMS Foundation of Acadiana
- Foster Friends
- Healing House
- Miles Perret Cancer Services
- Second Harvest Food Pantry
- United Way of Acadiana
In 2019-2020 even with COVID-19 restrictions, Junior League of Lafayette contributed almost 27,000 volunteer hours, valued at more than $496,000, to support League and community programs throughout the Lafayette community.
Other 2019-2020 fiscal year Junior League of Lafayette statistics included:
- 600 active volunteer members.
- 2,600+ member volunteer training hours
- $72,000+ invested back into our community
- 42 Community partners
- 4,185 individuals served through numerous League community programs
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About Junior League of Lafayette
Founded in 1957, Junior League of Lafayette is committed to building a better Lafayette. Our members are extraordinary women who are dedicated to improving the community through effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. By focusing on the organization’s mission, Junior League members have raised millions of dollars over the years which have been invested right back into the community to directly impact the lives of women and children. Learn more by visiting www.juniorleagueoflafayette.com
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