From strengthening local resilience to advancing healthy communities, youth opportunity and financial security, United Way Southwest Louisiana is mobilizing com
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☀️ Need help covering summer camp costs?
United Way Southwest Louisiana's Summer Camp Assistance Program is now accepting applications from eligible ALICE families.
📅 Apply by June 28, 2026, at 5 PM:
unitedwayswla.org/summercamp…
#LiveUnited #UWSWLA #SummerCamp #SWLA
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Our Marketing & Communications team is in Alexandria today for the LAUW Marketing & Communications Exchange Day!
Learning, collaborating, and bringing back fresh ideas for Southwest Louisiana. 💙
#LiveUnited #UWSWLA
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Last week, Louisiana 211 partners met with legislators at the Capitol on the final day of session to highlight the impact of 211 services across our state.
Thank you to those who took the time to learn how 211 connects Louisianans to critical resources every day.
#Louisiana211
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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. 💙
#LiveUnited #SWLA #HurricanePreparedness
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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. 🇺🇸
#MemorialDay #RememberAndHonor #LiveUnited
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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. 💙
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💙 THANK YOU, VITA VOLUNTEERS 💙
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. That’s real impact in SWLA.
We appreciate you! #LIVEUNITED
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Bigfoot sighting in SWLA 👣
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, we’re working to ensure kids have food when school is out.
Even Bigfoot shows up. 💙 #LiveUnited #SWLA
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💙 VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT: JASON MARTINEZ
Jason Martinez, United Way SWLA Volunteer of the Year, embodies what it means to LIVE UNITED.
“Volunteering opens your eyes to the good in our community… people genuinely care.”
Thank you for making SWLA stronger 💙
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💻✨ 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. 💙
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✨💖 Lace up, fluff that hair & channel your inner Dolly 💖✨
The Dolly Run is THIS WEEKEND 🎤👟
5K, 1K, or just show up in your best Dolly look 💅
🎀 Big hair
✨ Rhinestones
👢 Boots
All for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library 📚💙
👉 unitedwayswla.org/dollyrun
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⏰ Time’s almost up! Get your taxes done FREE with United Way SWLA’s VITA program.
Skip the stress, keep more of your money, and file with confidence 💼✨
📞 Call 211
💻 unitedwayswla.org/vita
Spots are filling fast—book now ✔️💙
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Behind every number is a neighbor.
A family. A second chance.
This is what your United Way does — every single day.
#Impact #UnitedWaySWLA
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Taxes are due soon ⏳ Don’t wait.
File for FREE with our VITA Program and get the refund you deserve—no fees, no stress.
Schedule your appointment: unitedwayswla.org/vita
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Delivered Literacy Kits to Brentwood Elementary & Prien Lake Elementary this week 📚💙
Small tools, big impact — helping students build confidence, strengthen reading skills, and succeed in the classroom.
Because when we invest in literacy, we invest in our future. ✨
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School meals are a lifeline for many kids.
When school closes, the need doesn’t.
Through United Against Child Hunger, we’ve delivered 50,000 Weekend Food Packs. 🍎
Volunteer for Day of Caring on May 2: LINK
#EndChildHunger #ALICE
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🇺🇸 Supporting Those Who Serve 🇺🇸
We’re proud to support administrative teams within Homeland Security & Border Patrol — the behind-the-scenes professionals who keep operations running smoothly every day.
Grateful for their dedication and the opportunity to support them. 💙
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🍹 Volunteers needed for Rum Revival!
📅 March 28
📍 Golden Nugget
Join us for a fun night giving back to SWLA. Multiple roles available—don’t wait!
🔗 unitedwayswla.org/rum-reviva…
Be part of the impact 💙
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💼⏳ Still need to file your taxes? There’s time!
Get FREE help through @UWSWLA VITA — fast, accurate, and trusted.
Don’t miss out on refunds & credits!
🔗 unitedwayswla.org/vita
📞 Dial 211 for help
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✈️ United Way of Southwest Louisiana partnered with the Ward 3 Marshal’s 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.
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