Give Acadiana Day: 5 Nonprofits, 1 Donation Drive

Join us on August 8, 2026, for Give Acadiana Day, a donation drive at the Cajundome and other satellite locations around Acadiana.

Goodwill Acadiana is teaming up with Catholic Charities of Acadiana, Gifting Grace Project, Habitat for Humanity, and Second Harvest Food Bank to make it happen. Bring your gently used items between 8 am and 2 pm and help your neighbors right here in Acadiana.

Visit the Give Acadiana Day website for more details!

Five Missions, One Goal

Every nonprofit in this donation drive is working to make Acadiana better, just in different ways. Some help families find a home. Some help kids feel hope again. Some make sure a plate of food is on the table. We're joining forces for one day to create a bigger, lasting impact for our community. Here's a look at who we are and who we serve:

Goodwill Acadiana helps our neighbors find meaningful jobs, get their high school diploma for free, and receive compassionate support in time of need through crisis assistance, affordable housing, and more. All services are offered free of cost and funded through donations and purchases in their thrift stores. Every donation and purchase stays local, fueling opportunities and transforming lives across Acadiana.

Catholic Charities of Acadiana serves our neighbors in need through a wide range of programs that address hunger, homelessness, housing, disaster recovery, and other essential services. Guided by their mission to care for all human life, especially the most vulnerable, they affirm the dignity of every person and help individuals and families move from crisis towards stability.

Gifting Grace Project exists to freely love, serve, and support homeless and vulnerable children. They annually reach over 2,000 children and teens across Acadiana, partnering with school homeless programs and other local nonprofits to provide free school supplies and other basic necessities. Donor-supported and volunteer-driven, they believe restoring a child's hope is one of the simplest, most meaningful things they can do.

Lafayette Habitat for Humanity builds strength, stability, and self-reliance through affordable homeownership. They partner with local families and supporters to construct affordable, safe, and energy-efficient homes. Through homebuilding and their ReStore, they’re helping families build equity, invest in their futures, and break the cycle of housing instability. creating stronger neighborhoods and a more vibrant Acadiana.

Second Harvest Food Bank leads the fight against hunger and builds food security in Acadiana. Through a network of community partners and specialized programs, they provide food access and resources to children, seniors, and families facing food insecurity. Their mission ensures that every person in our community has enough to eat, fostering health and stability across South Louisiana.

Different missions but one goal - a stronger Acadiana.

Everyone Needs Something Different

One of the best parts of this drive is that no matter what you have on hand, there's a place for it.

• Goodwill Acadiana is collecting gently used clothes and household items.

• Catholic Charities of Acadiana needs 25-foot professional-grade tape measures, 8-ounce Styrofoam cups, and gallon-sized liquid laundry detergent.

• With the school year right around the corner, Gifting Grace Project is gathering backpacks and school supplies for local kids.

• Habitat for Humanity is accepting gently used furniture and appliances.

• Second Harvest Food Bank is collecting shelf-stable food like canned goods and other non-perishables.

Whatever you're able to give, chances are one of these nonprofits needs exactly that.

What Your Donations Make Possible

Every item you donate stays right here in Acadiana and goes straight to helping your neighbors. Once the drive wraps up, donations are split between the nonprofits based on what their community needs most.

• That backpack could help a kid start the school year with confidence.

• That tape measure could help a family move into a safe, affordable home.

• That can of food could be dinner for a family going through a hard time.

When you give, you're not just donating an item, you're helping someone in Acadiana get a step closer to stability and change.

Join Us on August 8th

Getting involved is simple. Show up, bring what you can, and give. If you don't have items to donate, your time is just as valuable. We need volunteers too, whether it's helping unload donations or greeting folks as they arrive. However you choose to show up, you're helping change someone's life right here in Acadiana.

See you on August 8th!