Hurricane season can be a challenging time for ALICE families. Still, there are affordable ways to prepare and ensure your safety. Start by creating a simple emergency kit with essentials like water, non-perishable food, a flashlight, and first aid supplies—many of which can be sourced on a budget. 

Bank On SWLA works to connect everyone to safe and affordable financial products and services.

In our ongoing commitment to safeguarding communities and enhancing disaster preparedness, we've launched a transformative program aimed at fortifying homes against the threats of natural disasters.

In our ongoing commitment to safeguarding communities and enhancing disaster preparedness, we've launched a transformative program aimed at fortifying homes against the threats of natural disasters.

CRISIS CHAT is for anyone who is going through a hard time, has thoughts about suicide, or just needs to talk. Crisis intervention specialists are ready to listen, provide emotional support and help you cope. Specialists are not here to judge or tell you what you should do. We understand that people are the experts in their own lives.

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People in great need often file early - and at great expense - through commercial tax preparation services that charge large fees. We want to spread the word that FREE tax help is available. By filing returns at local VITA sites people receive 100% of their refund. IRS-trained volunteers can help you find special tax credits. DIAL 211 TO MAKE YOUR APPOINTMENT.

IRS-certified volunteers who provide tax counseling are often retired individuals associated with non-profit organizations that receive grants from the IRS. Taxpayers who come to free tax preparation sites can find out about programs that will help them leverage their refunds toward the financial success of their families. These asset-building programs provide financial education, homebuyer's education, down payment assistance and low-interest car loans.

It is possible to build a stronger community where everyone has more opportunities to succeed—when we work together. Now more than ever, United Way Southwest Louisiana and volunteers can join forces to fight for change. We develop youth volunteers who understand the impact made and continue to give back throughout their lives. Our community thrives when everyone is healthy, happy and safe.

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