CFA Announces New Community Investment Department and Key Staff Promotions
LAFAYETTE, LA – Community Foundation of Acadiana (CFA) is entering an exciting new chapter of regional service with the launch of its Community Investment Department. This organizational evolution is designed to deepen the Foundation’s role as a proactive partner in...
Lafayette Initiates Data-Informed, Value-Driven Strategy to Address Future Housing Needs and Affordability
Comprehensive housing solution study funded by broad community partnership LAFAYETTE, LA — A broad coalition of public, private, and philanthropic partners today announced the release of a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for the Lafayette Housing Needs Assessment, a...
CFA Welcomes 2026 Board Members
LAFAYETTE, LA – Community Foundation of Acadiana is pleased to announce the appointment of two new members to its 2026 Board of Directors: Mandi Mitchell and Steven Ramos. The appointments were effective January 1, 2026. Board member Ian Macdonald will serve a second...
Community Foundation of Acadiana Announces $161K in Grants to Support 34 Nonprofit Projects
Grants Made Possible Through Five Affiliate Foundations LAFAYETTE, LA – Community Foundation of Acadiana (CFA) is proud to announce that $161,100 in grants are being awarded to 34 community-based projects through its Affiliate Grants Program, launched this year. The...
Giles To Be Presented With 93rd Civic Cup November 11
The Lafayette Civic Cup will recognize business and civic leader Robert “Bob” Giles as its 93rd recipient at the annual banquet on Tuesday, November 11 at 5:30 p.m. at the City Club at River Ranch. The Civic Cup, one of Lafayette’s most distinguished honors,...
CFA Announces Lafayette Resource Development Initiative, Anita Begnaud Named Managing Director
The Community Foundation of Acadiana (CFA) is proud to announce the launch of the Lafayette Resource Development Initiative (LRDI), a privately funded initiative. In conjunction with this launch, CFA and LRDI are pleased to welcome Anita Begnaud as LRDI’s first...