Community Resources
Finding the right support shouldn’t be complicated. This page is designed to connect students and families with local organizations and services that can help with education, career planning, and other wraparound support needs. Explore the resources to discover programs, assistance, and opportunities available in your area.
Statewide Resources
- Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital Foundation – Provides funding and support for pediatric healthcare programs
- Family & Youth Counseling Agency – Offers counseling, therapy, and mental health support for youth and families
- Lighthouse Louisiana – Offers services and support for visually impaired and blind individuals
- Advocates for the Blind of Louisiana – Advocacy, resources, and skill-building programs for visually impaired adults
- Louisiana SPCA – Baton Rouge – Rescue, adoption, and veterinary support programs
- Louisiana Center for Children’s Rights – Provides legal support and advocacy for children in the juvenile justice system
- Louisiana Housing – Mission to ensure that every Louisiana resident can obtain safe, affordable, energy-efficient housing
- Ochsner Medical Center Foundation – Provides funding for healthcare programs and patient support
- Louisiana Mental Health Association – Programs for adults with severe and persistent mental illness and individuals suffering from substance addictions in the Greater Baton Rouge area and statewide.
- Louisiana Food Bank List – Food Banks in Louisiana
- Department of Children & Family Services – Works to keep children safe, helps individuals and families become self-sufficient and operates shelters during disasters
- Louisiana Feed Your Soul – Promotes Louisiana’s cultural and natural assets to its residents and potential visitors
- Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs – Aids residents of the state who served in the United States military during any war, combat or special periods of service during peacetime, as well as their dependents and beneficiaries, in receiving any and all benefits to which they may be entitled
- Louisiana Works – Administers programs designed to enhance workforce growth and provide family-sustaining jobs for Louisiana residents
- State Personal Assistance Services – Provides personal/home assistance to adults with significant disabilities to help them live in their communities
- Louisiana Public Health Institute – A statewide nonprofit focused on health equity, capacity-building, community engagement, data, and public health improvements
- Affordable Housing Hub – Provides assistance with housing insecurities
- Louisiana Utility Relief Program – Looks to provide assistance to utilities through grants
- “The Boot” – Supports military members transitioning to civilian life with employment, mental health, and community programs
Regional Resources
Baton Rouge Community Resources
- Baton Rouge Area Foundation – Supports nonprofits, community initiatives, and regional development
- Capital Area United Way – Supports programs addressing education, financial stability, and health
- Volunteers of America – Louisiana South Central – Provides housing, social services, and support for vulnerable populations
- Greater Baton Rouge Habitat for Humanity – Builds and renovates homes for low-income families
- Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Baton Rouge – After-school programs, mentorship, and enrichment activities
- YMCA of Greater Baton Rouge – Health, fitness, youth programs, and community outreach
- Junior Achievement of Greater Baton Rouge – Financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and career readiness programs
- Baton Rouge Council on Aging – Supports seniors with services, resources, and advocacy
- American Red Cross – Baton Rouge Chapter – Provides disaster assistance, health education, and blood drives
- Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Baton Rouge – One-on-one mentoring programs for children and teens
- CASA of East Baton Rouge – Court-appointed special advocates for children in foster care
- Family Road- GBR – Offers resources, parenting programs, and community support for families
- Baton Rouge Community Clinic – Provides affordable medical care to uninsured and underinsured patients
- The Arc of Baton Rouge – Supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Genesis House- BR – Provides shelter, counseling, and support for mental health services
- Companion Animal Alliance – Animal rescue, adoption, and community education programs
- Capital Area Reentry Coalition – Provides support and reintegration programs for formerly incarcerated individuals
- Baton Rouge Children’s Advocacy Center – Supports children who have experienced abuse or trauma
- East Baton Rouge Parish Library Foundation – Supports library programs, literacy initiatives, and community education
- Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center – Offers educational programs, wildlife conservation, and recreational activities
- Baton Rouge Crisis Intervention Center – Provides counseling, crisis support, and mental health intervention services
- Baton Rouge Literacy Alliance – Promotes adult literacy and reading programs in the community
- Capital Area Alliance for the Homeless – Provides shelter, housing assistance, and supportive services for homeless individuals
- Face to Face Reach Baton Rouge – Mentoring programs for at-risk youth
- Catholic Charities of Diocese of Baton Rouge – Provides food assistance, housing support, and social services
- Family Service of Greater Baton Rouge – Counseling, family programs, and community support services
- The Three O’Clock Project – Collects and redistributes excess food to local communities
- Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank – Collects and redistributes excess food to local communities
- Faith-Full Food Program – Collects and redistributes excess food to local communities
- Louisiana SPCA – Baton Rouge – Animal rescue, adoption, and veterinary support programs
- Baton Rouge Area Foundation – Nonprofit Support – Grants, training, and support for nonprofits
- The Refinery – Our Mission is to be a catalyst for men in transition
Central Louisiana Community Resource
- Central LA Homeless Coalition – Offers Permanent Supportive Housing, street outreach, homeless resource center
- Cenla Community Action Committee – Serves Rapides Parish, aiding low-income residents with rent, utilities, food, and more
- Central Louisiana Human Services District – Provides outpatient mental health, substance use treatment, developmental disability services, and a 24/7 mobile crisis team
- The Food Bank of Central Louisiana – Distributes food to network pantries, mobile pantries, Backpack/Kids Café programs, senior grocery delivery
- United Way of Central Louisiana – Operates 2‑1‑1 referral service for food pantries, SNAP application help, prescription discounts (SingleCare), and tax assistance
- Central Louisiana Pro Bono Project – Free legal services in family law, housing, bankruptcy, wills, civil matters; serves Rapides, Vernon, Avoyelles Parishes
- Acadiana Legal Service Corporation – Natchitoches Office – Civil legal aid (eviction, foreclosure, domestic violence) for Central Louisiana residents
- Central Louisiana Area Health Education Center – Supports health career development programs for students and professionals across 17 parishes
- Central Louisiana Community Foundation – Provides grants, donor services, and capacity-building to nonprofits in 9 parishes
- Community Development Works – Nonprofit sector mapping, training, leadership programs tailored to Central Louisiana organizations
- Community HealthWorx – Central Louisiana’s oldest free medical and dental clinic, offering holistic care, pharmacy services, preventative education
- CENLA Area Agency on Aging – Serves older adults with home care, meals, legal help, transportation, ombudsman services, wellness programs
- Cenla Work Ready Network – Facilitates ACT WorkKeys certification to prepare individuals for in-demand regional jobs
- Central Louisiana Economic Development Alliance – Provides business recruitment, workforce training, entrepreneurship support across the region
- SHARE CENLA – Volunteer and fundraising platform connecting donors and supporters to local nonprofits
- The Rapides Foundation – Supports regional initiatives in healthcare access, education, healthy behaviors, economic development
- Catholic Charities of Central Louisiana – Coordinates disaster planning and long-term recovery efforts; active in post-hurricane response
- Volunteers of America South Central Louisiana – Provides supportive services and housing assistance for homeless or at-risk veterans in Rapides and surrounding parishes
- Renaissance Home for Youth – Youth shelter and crisis center for ages 11–17, offering emergency housing, counseling, tutoring, transportation, and community referrals
- Stand for Hope – Offers a collection of emergency shelters, counseling, tutoring, transportation, and transitional housing for ages 11–24, plus a youth crisis hotline
- YMCA Alexandria-Pineville – Mentoring program for children ages 5–12 matched with positive adult role models; school and site-based mentoring sessions
- The Learning Center of America – Approved vendor under the state’s Steve Carter Literacy Tutoring Initiative, helping K–6 students with reading difficulties such as dyslexia. Offering one-on-one tutoring in Cenla
Feliciana Community Resources
- East Feliciana Parish Council on Aging – Provides senior services, meal programs, and caregiver support
- West Feliciana Parish Council on Aging – Offers services for elderly residents including transportation, meals, and activities
- East Feliciana Parish Library – Public library services, literacy programs, and community events
- West Feliciana Parish Library – Public library programs, adult literacy, and youth education programs
- Central Louisiana Homeless Coalition – Supports housing assistance and transitional services
- St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church – Outreach Programs – Provides food, clothing, and community support programs
- East Feliciana 4-H Club – Offers youth development programs, leadership, and agricultural education
- West Feliciana 4-H Club – Programs in leadership, STEM, and agriculture for youth
- Quad Area – Provides assistance for housing in East and West Feliciana
- East Feliciana Mental Health Services – Provides counseling, therapy, and community mental health support
- West Feliciana Mental Health Services – Offers mental health support, counseling, and outreach programs
- West Feliciana Historical Society – Promotes historical preservation and community education
- East Feliciana Parish – Economic Stability – Assistance with SNAP benefits
- West Feliciana Local Government Resources – West Feliciana local Government
- East Feliciana Local Government Resources – East Feliciana Local Government
Jefferson Region Community Resources
- Jefferson Parish Council on Aging – Provides senior services, meal programs, transportation, and caregiver support
- Jefferson Parish Library – Public library services, literacy programs, and community events
- Second Harvest Food Bank – Jefferson Parish – Provides emergency food and nutritional programs
- Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southeast Louisiana – One-on-one mentoring programs for children and teens
- CASA Jefferson – Court-appointed special advocates for children in foster care
- Habitat for Humanity – Jefferson Parish – Builds and repairs homes for low-income families
- Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans – Jefferson Office – Provides food assistance, housing support, and social services
- Jefferson Performing Arts Society – Promotes arts, music, and cultural programming
- Jefferson Parish Animal Shelter – Adoption, rescue, and animal care programs
- Jefferson Parish Mental Health Services – Provides counseling, therapy, and mental health support
- YMCA of Jefferson Parish – Health, fitness, youth programs, and community outreach
- Jefferson Parish Food Pantry Network – Provides food assistance to families in need across the parish
- Jefferson Parish Veterans Services – Provides support, resources, and advocacy for veterans
- Jefferson Youth Empowerment Program – After-school programs, mentoring, and leadership training
- Jefferson Parish Cultural Arts – Supports arts programs, cultural events, and education
- Jefferson Parish Recreation Department – Offers community programs, sports leagues, and recreational activities
- Jefferson Parish Emergency Management Agency – Coordinates disaster response, emergency preparedness, and public safety
Lafayette Community Resources
- Acadiana Outreach Center – Provides food, clothing, and emergency assistance to families in need
- United Way of Acadiana – Supports programs addressing education, financial stability, and health
- FoodNet Food Bank – Acadiana – Provides food assistance to individuals and families in Lafayette Parish
- Boys & Girls Clubs of Acadiana – After-school programs, mentorship, and enrichment activities
- Lafayette Parish Council on Aging – Offers meal programs, transportation, and senior services
- Habitat for Humanity – Lafayette – Builds and renovates homes for low-income families
- Catholic Charities – Diocese of Lafayette – Provides food assistance, housing support, and disaster relief
- Acadiana Center for the Arts – Supports arts education, exhibitions, and cultural programming
- Lafayette General Foundation – Supports healthcare initiatives, patient care, and community programs
- YMCA of Acadiana – Health, fitness, youth programs, and community outreach
- Acadiana Center for Mental Health – Counseling, therapy, and mental health support
- Acadiana Housing Services – Provides housing, social services, and support for vulnerable populations
- Acadiana Veterans Services – Provides resources, advocacy, and support for veterans
- Big Brothers Big Sisters of Acadiana – One-on-one mentoring programs for children and teens
- Acadiana Rehabilitation Center – Provides rehabilitation and support services for individuals with disabilities
- Acadiana Cultural Center – Offers art exhibitions, cultural events, and education programs
- Acadiana Cares – Food Bank – Collects and redistributes surplus food to local organizations
- The ARC of Acadiana – Provides social services, activities, and advocacy for individuals with disibilites
- Lafayette Veterans Affairs Office – Assistance with benefits, housing, and resources for veterans
- Lafayette Animal Shelter and Care – Rescue, adoption, and spay/neuter programs
- DCFS – Lafayette – Counseling, parenting support, and family services
- AMIkids Acadiana – Mentoring, after-school programs, and leadership training
- Acadiana Disability Services – Provides support and resources for individuals with disabilities
- Catholic Charities of Acadiana – Provides food, clothing, and emergency assistance to families in need
Monroe Community Resources
- United Way of Northeast Louisiana – Supports programs in health, education, and financial stability
- Monroe Council on Aging – Provides meal programs, transportation, and senior services
- Northeast Louisiana Food Bank – Provides food assistance and nutrition programs to local families
- Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Louisiana – After-school programs, mentorship, and enrichment activities
- CASA of Northeast Louisiana – Court-appointed special advocates for children in foster care
- Habitat for Humanity – Monroe – Builds and renovates homes for low-income families
- Catholic Charities Diocese of Monroe – Provides food, housing, and disaster assistance
- Humane Society Of Monroe – Adoption, rescue, and animal care programs
- Community Health Center of Northeast Louisiana – Offers medical and preventive services to underserved populations
- YMCA of Monroe – Health, fitness, youth programs, and community outreach
- Monroe Veterans Affairs – Provides resources, assistance, and advocacy for veterans
- Monroe Behavioral Health Clinic – Offers counseling, crisis support, and intervention programs
- Christopher Youth Center – Offers support and housing for runaway youth
- Monroe Cultural Arts Center – Promotes local arts, music, and cultural events
- Monroe Council on Domestic Violence – Shelter, counseling, and support services for survivors
- Early Steps – provides services to families with infants and toddlers from birth through age 2 (35 months) who have a medical condition likely to result in a developmental delay, or who have developmental delays
- Northeast Early Childhood Coalition – Pre-K and early childhood education programs
- Monroe Food Assistance Program – Provides supplemental food for families in need
- Monroe Emergency Management Agency – Coordinates disaster response, emergency preparedness, and safety programs
- West Monroe AmeriCorps – Volunteer coordination and community service programs
- ARCO of Monroe – Provides support and resources for individuals with disabilities
- DCFS – Monroe Family Services – Counseling, social services, and family support programs
- Monroe Health & Wellness Center – Primary care and wellness programs for residents
- Monroe Arts & Cultural Programs – Promotes arts, culture, and education programs
- Monroe Emergency Reserve Corps – Provides support and resources during natural disasters
- Monroe Rehabilitation Center – Rehabilitation services and physical therapy
- Families Helping Families of North Louisiana – Providing information and referral, education and training and peer to peer support to individuals with disabilities and their families.
- Monroe Volunteer Opportunities – Coordinates volunteer opportunities and community service
New Orleans Community Resources
- United Way of Southeast Louisiana – Supports programs in education, health, and financial stability
- New Orleans Council on Aging – Provides meal programs, transportation, and senior services
- Second Harvest Food Bank of Greater New Orleans – Provides food assistance and nutrition programs across the region
- Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater New Orleans – After-school programs, mentorship, and enrichment activities
- CASA New Orleans – Court-appointed special advocates for children in foster care
- Habitat for Humanity – Greater New Orleans – Builds and renovates homes for low-income families
- Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans – Provides food, housing, and disaster assistance
- Greater New Orleans Mental Health Services – Counseling, therapy, and crisis support services
- St. Thomas Community Health Center – Provides affordable medical care to uninsured and underserved populations
- YMCA of Greater New Orleans – Health, fitness, youth programs, and community outreach
- New Orleans Veterans Affairs – Provides resources, assistance, and advocacy for veterans
- New Orleans Youth Empowerment Program – After-school and leadership programs for children and teens
- Contemporary Arts Center
New Orleans – Promotes local arts, music, and cultural events - New Orleans Council on Domestic Violence – Shelter, counseling, and support services for survivors
- The New Orleans Early Education Network – Pre-K and early childhood education programs
- New Orleans Food Assistance Program – Provides supplemental food support for families in need
- New Orleans Women’s Shelter – Emergency shelter, counseling, and advocacy for women
- Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness – New Orleans – Coordinates disaster response, emergency preparedness, and public safety
- New Orleans Volunteer Corps – Volunteer coordination and community service programs
- New Orleans Disability Services – Provides support and resources for individuals with disabilities
- New Orleans Senior Center – Central City – Meals, activities, and programs for seniors
- New Orleans Family Services – Counseling, social services, and family support
- New Orleans Sports Programs – Sports programs for children and teens
- New Orleans Health & Wellness Center – Primary care and wellness programs for residents
- New Orleans Arts & Cultural Programs – Promotes arts, culture, and educational programs
- New Orleans Mental Health Advocacy – Advocacy, education, and resources for mental wellness
- New Orleans Disaster Relief Services – Provides support and resources during natural disasters
- New Orleans Youth Mentoring Alliance – Mentoring and leadership programs for at-risk youth
- New Orleans Arts Education Program – Offers arts education and community outreach programs
- New Orleans Community Legal Aid – Free or low-cost legal services for qualifying residents
- New Orleans Rehabilitation Center – Provides rehabilitation services and physical therapy
- New Orleans Family & Community Services – Offers counseling, social services, and community programs
- New Orleans Senior & Community Programs – Provides social, recreational, and support programs for seniors
- New Orleans Food Pantry Network – Provides food assistance for families and community organizations
- New Orleans Volunteer Opportunities – Coordinates volunteer opportunities and community service
- New Orleans Veterans Resource Center – Support and resources for veterans
- New Orleans Cultural Preservation Society – Promotes local culture, arts, and heritage programs
Shreveport Community Resources
- United Way of Northwest Louisiana – Supports programs in education, health, and financial stability
- Caddo Council on Aging – Provides meal programs, transportation, and senior services
- Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana – Provides food assistance and nutrition programs to local families
- Boys & Girls Clubs of Northwest Louisiana – After-school programs, mentorship, and enrichment activities
- CASA of Northwest Louisiana – Court-appointed special advocates for children in foster care
- Catholic Charities Diocese of Shreveport – Provides food, housing, and disaster assistance
- Northwest Louisiana Mental Health Services – Counseling, therapy, and crisis support services
- Community Health Center – Shreveport – Provides affordable medical care to underserved populations
- YMCA of Northwest Louisiana – Health, fitness, youth programs, and community outreach
- Shreveport Veterans Affairs – Provides resources, assistance, and advocacy for veterans
- Crisis Intervention Center – Shreveport – Offers counseling, crisis support, and intervention programs
- Shreveport Youth Empowerment Program – After-school and leadership programs for children and teens
- Early Childhood Development – Shreveport – Pre-K and early childhood education programs
- Shreveport Literacy Council – Adult literacy programs and educational support
- Shreveport Food Assistance Program – Provides supplemental food for families in need
- Shreveport Women’s Shelter – Emergency shelter, counseling, and advocacy for women
- Shreveport Emergency Management Agency – Coordinates disaster response, emergency preparedness, and public safety
- Shreveport Volunteer Corps – Volunteer coordination and community service programs
- Shreveport Disability Services – Provides support and resources for individuals with disabilities
- Shreveport Family Services – Counseling, social services, and family support
- Shreveport Health & Wellness Center – Primary care and wellness programs for residents
- Shreveport Community Health Advocates – Health education and outreach programs
- Shreveport Emergency Food Network – Provides meals and food assistance across the city
- Shreveport Arts & Cultural Programs – Promotes arts, culture, and educational programs
- Shreveport Mental Health Advocacy – Advocacy, education, and resources for mental wellness
- Shreveport Youth Mentoring Alliance – Mentoring and leadership programs for at-risk youth
- Shreveport Community Legal Aid – Free or low-cost legal services for qualifying residents
- Shreveport Rehabilitation Center – Provides rehabilitation services and physical therapy
- Shreveport Family & Community Services – Counseling, social services, and community programs
- Shreveport Senior & Community Programs – Provides social, recreational, and support programs for seniors
- Shreveport Volunteer Opportunities – Coordinates volunteer opportunities and community service
- Shreveport Early Learning Center – Pre-K and early childhood education programs
- Shreveport Veterans Resource Center – Support and resources for veterans
- Shreveport Cultural Preservation Society – Promotes local culture, arts, and heritage programs
St. Charles Community Resources
- United Way of St. Charles – Funds local nonprofits and programs supporting education, health, and financial stability
- St. Charles Parish Department of Community Services – Provides housing, food, rental, and utility assistance to residents
- St. Charles Council on Aging – Offers meals, transportation, recreation, and support services for seniors
- St. Charles Parish Hospital – Provides medical care, wellness programs, and community outreach
- Second Harvest Food Bank – St. Charles – Food distribution and hunger relief services across the parish
- Arc of St. Charles – Provides advocacy, day programs, employment, and family support for individuals with disabilities
- St. Charles Parish Public Schools – Family & Community Engagement – Provides student, family, and community resources for education support
- Matthew 25:35 Food Pantry – Church-based food pantry serving families in need
- St. Charles Parish Recreation Department – Offers sports leagues, fitness, and recreation programs for children and families
- American Red Cross – Southeast Louisiana Chapter – Provides disaster preparedness, response, and recovery services
- Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans – St. Charles – Provides housing, counseling, food, and family support services
- St. Charles Women’s Club – Provides scholarships, community service projects, and charitable giving