Your Community Foundation

connects people who care with causes that matter while enhancing the quality of life in Southwest Louisiana.

member spotlight

The Avery Family–Supporters of our community and the Community Foundation

board member spotlight

“I grew up going to Drew Park where my grandmother, Willie Landry, was the director. My first job was working for the city of Lake Charles in the Recreation Department at Drew Park."

–Julie Moore Miller

Take a walk down memory lane and celebrate with us as we congratulate Sara, Community Foundation President and CEO, on 10 years of connecting people who care with causes that matter.

mardi gras and valentine’s day gift ideas

Show some love to your friends or those serving as Mardi Gras Royalty by donating in their honor to enhance our community!

Your gift recipient will receive a festive card letting them know that you thought of them and helped a worthy cause at the same time

Just Imagine SWLA

The Just Imagine SWLA project created a 50-year resilience plan for Calcasieu and Cameron Parishes, including 10 specific projects that show the potential of the region and lay out strategies to implement them.